David L. Ortiz, MD

Epilepsy Neurologist

Dr. David L. Ortiz is an Epilepsy Neurologist in Grand Rapids, MI with special training and skill in diagnosing and treating epilepsy. As an Epilepsy Neurologist, David L. Ortiz, MD performs epilepsy research, as well as tests and procedures to treat uncontrolled seizures. Epilepsy Neurology is a subspecialty of neurology that focuses on diagnosing and treating epilepsy. Significant diseases and conditions treated by Epilepsy Neurologists include seizure disorders: especially in pregnant women, patients who've had previously unsuccessful treatments, or those who've suffered epilepsy medication side effects. Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Epilepsy Neurologists include electroencephalography, functional MRI, anticonvulsant medication, hemispherectomy, resective surgery, and deep brain stimulation.

Epilepsy is a subspecialty of neurology focused on the diagnosis and treatment of patients with epilepsy, including new-onset, medically refractory epilepsy, psychogenic nonepileptic seizures, and epilepsy in special populations (the elderly, women, patients with co-morbidities). Epilepsy is a multidisciplinary field that provides comprehensive care of the patient.