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Best West syndrome doctors in Spain: TOP 10 doctors

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Antonio Russi

  • 4.7 Excellent 435 reviews
  • 54 years of experience
  • 1500+ treatments performed
  • accreditation:
  • Spain, Barcelona, Centro Médico Teknon
  • Prof. Antonio Russi is recognized as Spain's top epileptologist, helping over 2,000 patients become seizure-free through precise medication therapy.

    • 52+ years specializing in severe and rare epilepsy cases
    • Performed 1,100+ procedures and 900+ diagnostic tests for epilepsy
    • Heads the Epilepsy Unit at Teknon Hospital and founded the Epilepsy Russi Institute
    • Featured in Forbes' Top 100 Spanish Doctors list
    • Provides remote consultations for international patients
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Vagus nerve stimulation
$52,976.43 - $55,330.94
Stereotaxic surgeries
$29,431.35 - $76,521.51
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Javier Herrero Jover

  • 4.7 Excellent 435 reviews
  • 46 years of experience
  • 10000+ treatments performed
  • Spain, Barcelona, Centro Médico Teknon
  • Dr. Javier Herrero Jover is a pioneer in plastic, reconstructive & aesthetic surgery with 30+ years of experience, specializing in advanced 3D surgical planning.

    • Founder of Alma IT Systems for virtual surgical planning
    • Leads the Herrero Jover Médicos Unit at Centro Médico Teknon
    • Author of 150+ publications and speaker at 350+ international congresses
    • Former President of CARS (Computer Assisted Radiology and Surgery)
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Vagus nerve stimulation
$52,976.43 - $55,330.94
Stereotaxic surgeries
$29,431.35 - $76,521.51
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Bartolome Oliver

  • 4.7 Excellent 435 reviews
  • 50 years of experience
  • 280+ treatments performed
  • accreditations:
  • Spain, Barcelona, Centro Médico Teknon
  • 40+ years' experience in functional neurosurgery, treating complex epilepsy conditions like West syndrome. A pioneer in minimally invasive robotic and endoscopic brain surgery.

    • Specializes in surgical approaches for epilepsy and functional neurosurgery
    • Co-founded the Foundation for Functional Neurosurgery in 1995
    • Co-director of the Neuroinstitut Oliver-Ayats at Centro Médico Teknon
    • Performs over 200 complex brain and spine surgeries annually
    • President of the European Skull Base Society and a top international lecturer
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Vagus nerve stimulation
$52,976.43 - $55,330.94
Stereotaxic surgeries
$29,431.35 - $76,521.51
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Roberto Martínez Álvarez

  • New
  • 42 years of experience
  • Spain, Madrid, Hospital Ruber Internacional
  • Head of Functional Neurosurgery at Ruber International Hospital – Dr. Martínez Álvarez specializes in cutting-edge treatments for West syndrome.

    • 180 publications in medical journals, including 60 in high-impact journals
    • Member of International Society of Stereotactic Radiosurgery's Executive Council
    • Honorary Professor at Autonomous University of Madrid
    • Performed 230+ scientific conference presentations worldwide
    • Trained at top international centers including La Timone and Karolinska Hospitals
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Jesus Romero Imbroda

  • 4.4 Good 5 reviews
  • 22 years of experience
  • Spain, Marbella, Quirónsalud Marbella
  • Dr. Romero Imbroda is a Fellow of the European Board of Neurology and heads neurology units at Quirónsalud Malaga and Marbella Hospitals.

    • President of the Andalusian Society of Neurology since 2020
    • Specializes in complex neurological conditions, including epilepsy and pediatric neurology
    • Author of multiple scientific publications on neurology treatments
    • Uses advanced diagnostic tools like MRI and electroencephalogram
    • Lecturer at the University of Granada with a focus on neurology
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Rafael Arroyo González

  • 3.8 Good 6 reviews
  • 30 years of experience
  • Spain, Madrid, Quironsalud Madrid
  • Dr. Rafael Arroyo González leads the Neurology Department at Quironsalud Madrid, with over 17 years' experience in complex neurological cases like West syndrome.

    • Principal investigator in 100+ clinical trials for neurological treatments
    • Published 139 international articles in top journals like NEJM and The Lancet
    • Professor of Medicine at European University of Madrid
    • Head of Neurology at Quironsalud University Hospital since 2006
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Find out about the best doctors here

20 top ranked West syndrome doctors in the world are represented on this page. The list includes only verified specialists known for their experience and high success rates.

The ranking is composed according to the Bookimed patient reviews and considers the rating of hospitals where doctors practice.

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How to choose the best West syndrome doctors in the world?

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Famous West syndrome doctors have vast experience, continue education constantly, participate in professional associations and have positive feedback from patients treated.

What is the cost of a doctor's consultation?

The price for the consultation on West syndrome varies between experts and depends on certain factors, such as:

  • the country of practicing
  • the clinical experience and reputation
  • the medical degree and educational background
  • the doctor’s workload
  • medical developments, proprietary techniques used, and awards, if any.

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Alexis Arzimanoglou

  • 4.8 Excellent 41 reviews
  • Spain, Barcelona, SJD Barcelona Children’s Hospital
  • 30 years specializing in childhood epilepsy – Dr. Arzimanoglou coordinates the Epilepsy Program at SJD Barcelona Children’s Hospital.

    • Heads the Epilepsy, Sleep Disorders and Pediatric Neurophysiology Unit at University Hospital of Lyon
    • Ambassador For Epilepsy Award laureate from the International League Against Epilepsy
    • Author of 124 scientific articles and 10 books on childhood epilepsy
    • President of the Autism and Neurodevelopmental Disorders Expert Committee
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Alia Ramírez Camacho

  • 4.8 Excellent 41 reviews
  • Spain, Barcelona, SJD Barcelona Children’s Hospital
  • Dr. Ramírez Camacho specializes in pediatric epilepsy at SJD Barcelona Children's Hospital, focusing on West syndrome.

    • Staff physician in the Epilepsy Group, Department of Child Neurology
    • Clinical Research Assistant in epilepsy and neurofunctional research
    • Works at one of Europe's leading children's hospitals
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Anna Pujol

  • 4.7 Excellent 435 reviews
  • 37 years of experience
  • Spain, Barcelona, Centro Médico Teknon
  • Dr. Pujol specializes in neurology at Hospital Clínic de Barcelona, with extensive research and teaching experience in neurological disorders.

    • Professor of Neurology at ISEP and UIB
    • PhD on neurological complications of liver transplantation
    • Member of American Academy of Neurology
    • Coordinator at Memory Research Unit, Sant Pau Hospital
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Vagus nerve stimulation
$52,976.43 - $55,330.94
Stereotaxic surgeries
$29,431.35 - $76,521.51
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Erika María Torres San Narciso

  • 3.5 Good 2 reviews
  • 16 years of experience
  • Spain, Alicante, Quironsalud Torrevieja
  • Head of the Advanced Neurosciences Unit at Quirónsalud – Dr. Torres specializes in epilepsy and complex neurological diagnostics.

    • Led multidisciplinary neurology teams focused on patient-centered care
    • Specialized training in movement disorders and clinical research
    • Active member of Spanish and Valencian Neurology Societies
    • Presented research on epilepsy at national conferences
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Bookimed Insights: Top Doctors for West syndrome Treatment in Spain

Bookimed has coordinated 10 patient requests for West syndrome treatment in Spain, working with 10 specialists. The doctors in this table consistently stand out for their credentials and expertise in addressing specific patient needs. All information comes from actual patient cases and treatment offers created by our partner clinics.
DoctorexperienceGood Fit ForWhat Sets Them ApartClinic & LocationConsultation
54 years of experienceMedication-resistant epilepsyPioneer in non-surgical epilepsy treatment with 70% success rate in drug therapy. Heads multiple epilepsy research centers and develops innovative antiepileptic medications.
Spain
from $600
46 years of experienceAdvanced 3D surgical planningGlobal pioneer in virtual surgical planning with 3D simulation. Founder of Alma IT Systems and former President of CARS. Author of 150+ publications.
Spain
from $250
50 years of experienceSurgical management of West syndromePioneer in minimally invasive brain surgery, co-founded a dedicated functional neurosurgery foundation. President of the European Skull Base Society with extensive international training.
Spain
from $350
42 years of experienceComplex West syndrome casesExpert in functional neurosurgery for pediatric epilepsy. Holds leadership roles in international neurosurgery societies and contributes to advancing treatment protocols through research.
Spain
Price on request
22 years of experiencePediatric neurology and complex epilepsyHead of neurology units at Quirónsalud hospitals with advanced diagnostic tools. President of Andalusian Society of Neurology and published researcher.
Spain
Price on request
30 years of experienceComplex neurological casesLeading researcher with 100+ clinical trials in neurology. Publishes in top medical journals like NEJM. Heads department at major university hospital.
Spain
Price on request
2026 years of experienceChildhood epilepsy with cognitive disordersSpecializes in cognitive development disorders linked to epilepsy – leads research on genetic features and mood dysregulation. Awarded by the International League Against Epilepsy.
Spain
Price on request
2026 years of experiencePediatric West syndromeSpecializes in pediatric epilepsy with a focus on West syndrome. Part of a leading research team at SJD Barcelona Children's Hospital.
Spain
Price on request
37 years of experienceNeurological complications in West syndromeSpecializes in neurology with a focus on complex neurological disorders. Active researcher and member of prestigious neurology societies.
Spain
Price on request
16 years of experienceComplex epilepsy casesLeads Quirónsalud's Advanced Neurosciences Unit with focus on epilepsy diagnostics. Published research on seizure disorders and trained at top Spanish hospitals.
Spain
Price on request