Logo image
Prof. Dr. Alexis Arzimanoglou working place, University Pediatric Hospital Sant Joan de Deu Barcelona
Prof. Dr. Alexis Arzimanoglou
Excellent
AiroScore
9.90

Prof. Dr. Alexis Arzimanoglou

pediatric neurology and epileptology
pediatric neurology and epileptology
User ScoreExperienceRatingPrice RangePublicationsMedia FilesOnline Consultations
97%43 years9.9/10$$$$2066Yes

Overview

Country, City
Spain, Barcelona
Health facility
University Pediatric Hospital Sant Joan de Deu Barcelona
Medical unit
Department of pediatric epilepsy

About the doctor

Prof. Dr. Alexis Arzimanoglou is a highly accomplished pediatric neurologist and epileptologist with 42 years of experience. He is practicing at the University Pediatric Hospital Sant Joan de Deu Barcelona in Spain. Prof. Arzimanoglou's impressive career includes numerous notable achievements and positions of leadership. He has worked at renowned hospitals such as the Pitie Salpetriere University Hospital in Paris, where he served as a specialist in child neurology and head of the Pediatric Epilepsy Unit. He was also appointed director of the Department of Pediatric Epilepsy, Sleep, and Neurophysiology at the University Hospitals of Lyon, France. Prof. Arzimanoglou's expertise in pediatric neurology and epileptology is widely recognized, and he has received numerous accolades for his contributions to the field. He has published over 200 scientific articles focusing on topics such as seizure outcomes after epilepsy surgery, the efficacy of antiepileptic drugs, and the diagnosis and management of childhood epilepsy syndromes. His extensive research and clinical experience make him a highly skilled and knowledgeable practitioner. With his vast experience and expertise, Prof. Arzimanoglou is dedicated to providing the best possible care for his patients. He is continuously involved in research and stays current with the latest advancements in the field. His dedication to advancing the understanding and treatment of pediatric epilepsy makes him a highly respected and sought-after doctor in his area.

Skills & Expertise

epilepsy
children
pediatric epilepsy
hemiplegia
antiepileptic drug
neurology
status epilepticus
lennoxgastaut syndrome
partial epilepsy
encephalopathy
sclerosis
seizure
adhd
epileptology
convulsive seizures
convulsive
rufinamide
myoclonia
refractory epilepsy
eyelid myoclonia
tuberous sclerosis complex
brain
lobe epilepsy
dravet syndrome
myoclonic epilepsy
sturgeweber syndrome
hypothalamic hamartoma
epileptic encephalopathies
hamartoma
lacosamide
absence
vigabatrin
neurodevelopmental abnormalities
longterm seizure
epileptic disorders
mtorrelated hypomelanosis
centrotemporal spikes
focal seizures
temporal lobe epilepsy
vagus nerve stimulation
juvenile myoclonic epilepsy
rett syndrome
drugresistant partial epilepsy
vagus nerve
intractable partial epilepsy
temporal lobe
movement disorders
nerve stimulation
pediatrics
sleep disorders

Gallery

Resume

CV (Curriculum Vitae)

Education
  • 1981 Licensed in medicine. Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece
  • 1982-1983 Training in Neurology at Northwick Park Hospital and Queen Square Hospital in London University, United Kingdom
  • 1984-1991 Residence at the Pitie Salpetriere Hospital, with training in Child Neurology, as a student of Jean Aicardi, at the Necker-Enfants Malades Hospital, Paris
  • 1989 Specialization in Neurology
  • Diploma in Clinical Epileptology from the Academic Council of the French University
Experience
  • 1991-1997 Specialist in Child Neurology at the Pitie Salpetriere University Hospital and Head of the Pediatric Epilepsy Unit in Paris, France
  • 1998-2008 Appointed doctor of the University Hospital in Child Neurology and Head of the Epilepsy Program at the Robert Debré University Hospital in Paris, France
  • 2008 Appointed Director of the Department of Pediatric Epilepsy, Sleep and Neurophysiology of the University Hospitals of Lyon, at the Femme-Mere-Enfant Hospital of Lyon, France
  • Pediatric Neurologist and Epileptologist at the University Pediatric Hospital Sant Joan de Deu Barcelona, Spain
Awards & Memberships
  • Member of the Academic Council of the French University
  • Awarded the ILAE Epilepsy Ambassador Award
  • Member of the Cerebral Dynamics and Cognition research team at the Lyon Neuroscience Research Center, France
  • Co-chair of the Scientific Panel of Subspecialty in Pediatric Neurology of the European Academy of Neurology
  • Former president of the French chapter of the International League against Epilepsy
  • Former member of the ILAE Pediatric Commission and the Commission for the Classification of Epilepsies and Epileptic Seizures
  • 2006-2008 President of the European Society of Pediatric Neurology
  • 2006-2009 President of the Scientific Committee of the European Society of Pediatric Neurology
  • 2009-2013 Elected member of the ILAE European Affairs Commission
  • Editor in Chief of the educational journal Epileptic Disorders of the International League Against Epilepsy
  • Member of the Executive Committee, the Education Committee, and the Pediatric Epilepsy Surgery Working Group of the ILAE
  • Associate editor of the European Journal of Paediatric Neurology
  • President of the Expert Committee on Autism and Neurological Development of the Foundation of France

Languages

English flag
English
Spanish flag
Spanish
Catalan flag
Catalan

Publications

Safety, tolerability, and efficacy of adjunctive lacosamide in pediatric patients with epilepsy syndromes associated with generalized seizures: Phase 2, open-label exploratory trial.

7 August, 2023

Development and testing of methods to record and follow up spells in patients with alternating hemiplegia of childhood.

4 August, 2023

De novo mutations in CLDN5: alternating hemiplegia of childhood or not?

1 August, 2023

Location

Pg. de Sant Joan de Déu, 2, 08950 Barcelona, Spain

FAQ

What is the specialization of Prof. Dr. Alexis Arzimanoglou?

The primary specialization of the doctor is pediatric neurology and epileptology.

What is the experience of the specialist?

Prof. Dr. Alexis Arzimanoglou has been practicing for more than 43 years.

What is the rating of the doctor?

What topics does Prof. Dr. Alexis Arzimanoglou expert at?

The doctor has excellent knowledge in epilepsy, children, pediatric epilepsy, hemiplegia, antiepileptic drug.

Is the specialist involved in the research?

Where can I see the work of the doctor?

AiroMedical gallery has 2 images & 4 videos related to Prof. Dr. Alexis Arzimanoglou.

Does the specialist offer online consultations?

Yes, Prof. Dr. Alexis Arzimanoglou performs virtual appointments and offers a second medical opinion service.

Prof. Dr. Alexis Arzimanoglou
Prof. Dr. Alexis Arzimanoglou

Get individual treatment plan and cost estimate. Non-binding 100% free assessment.

© Prof. Dr. Alexis Arzimanoglou