Neurology

Elizabeth Gerard, MD

Associate Professor

Lake Forest, IL

Elizabeth Gerard, M.D., is a neurologist at Northwestern Medicine specializing in epilepsy care and treatment, with particular expertise in medication management for patients of childbearing age. Her clinical practice is informed by extensive research in neuropharmacology, brain-computer interfaces, and EEG diagnostics, supported by over 159 peer-reviewed publications. Dr. Gerard is based in Lake Forest, Illinois, and is affiliated with Northwestern University and Northwestern Memorial Hospital.

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Credentials

Board Certifications

Psychiatry and Neurology/Clinical Neurophysiology - Clinical Neurophysiology
Psychiatry and Neurology/Epilepsy - Epilepsy
Psychiatry and Neurology/Neurology - Neurology

Education & Training

MD, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, 2003
Residency, New York Presbyterian Hospital (Columbia Campus), 2007
Fellowship, New York Presbyterian Hospital (Columbia Campus), 2009

Years in Practice

23+ years

Peer Recognition

ABPN — Board Certified in Neurology
2026
ABPN — Board Certified in Epilepsy
2026
ABPN — Board Certified in Clinical Neurophysiology
2026
Healthgrades — Healthgrades Honor Roll

Clinical Focus

Subspecialties

EpilepsyClinical Neurophysiology

Conditions & Treatments

Electrodiagnostic Testing (EMG/NCS)Drug-Resistant EpilepsyPeripheral NeuropathyEpilepsy & Seizure Disorders

Insurance(s) Accepted

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Practice Details

Hospital Affiliations

Northwestern Memorial Hospital
Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital
Northwestern Medicine

Conditions Dr. Gerard treats

Insurance accepted

Frequently asked

Does Dr. Gerard accept Aetna insurance?

Elizabeth Gerard's public profile lists Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, and Blue Cross Blue Shield plus 15 more health plans as accepted plans. Plan participation can change — confirm directly with the practice before your visit.

Where does Dr. Gerard practice?

Elizabeth Gerard practices in Lake Forest, IL with hospital affiliations including Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital, and Northwestern Medicine.

What does Dr. Gerard specialize in?

Elizabeth Gerard is a board-certified neurology specialist with focus areas in Epilepsy and Clinical Neurophysiology.

How long has Dr. Gerard been practicing?

Elizabeth Gerard has 23+ years of clinical experience in neurology.

What is Dr. Gerard's medical training?

Public profile training history includes: MD, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, 2003; Residency, New York Presbyterian Hospital (Columbia Campus), 2007; Fellowship, New York Presbyterian Hospital (Columbia Campus), 2009.