Neurology

Katherine Thaggard, MD

Assistant Professor, UAB Division of Pediatric Neurology

Katherine Thaggard, MD, is a pediatric neurologist specializing in child neurology, clinical neurophysiology, and epilepsy in children. She primarily treats pediatric patients, including those aged 6 months to 18 years experiencing first-time unprovoked seizures, as well as children with epilepsy and seizure disorders. Practicing at Children's of Alabama in Birmingham, Alabama, she participates in the UAB Pediatric Neurology First Time Seizure Clinic, where she collaborates with nurse practition

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Credentials

Board Certifications

Neurology with Special Qualification in Child Neurology (American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology)
Clinical Neurophysiology (American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology)

Education & Training

Emory University — Fellowship, Clinical Neurophysiology
University of Alabama at Birmingham — Residency, Child Neurology
University of Mississippi Medical Center — Residency
University of Mississippi Medical Center — M.D.

Years in Practice

8+ years

Peer Recognition

ABPN — Board Certified in Clinical Neurophysiology
2026

Clinical Focus

Subspecialties

EpilepsyChild Neurology

Conditions & Treatments

Neonatal NeurologyPediatric NeurologyNeurodevelopmental DisordersCerebral PalsyDrug-Resistant EpilepsyEpilepsy & Seizure Disorders

Insurance(s) Accepted

90 Degree BenefitsASR Health Benefits

AetnaAllegiance Health Plans

Ambetter

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Practice Details

Hospital Affiliations

University of Alabama at Birmingham
Children's of Alabama

Languages

English

Conditions Dr. Thaggard treats

Frequently asked

Does Dr. Thaggard accept 90 Degree Benefits insurance?

Katherine Thaggard's public profile lists 90 Degree Benefits, ASR Health Benefits, and Aetna plus 42 more health plans as accepted plans. Plan participation can change — confirm directly with the practice before your visit.

Where does Dr. Thaggard practice?

Katherine Thaggard practices in Birmingham, AL with hospital affiliations including University of Alabama at Birmingham and Children's of Alabama.

What does Dr. Thaggard specialize in?

Katherine Thaggard is a board-certified neurology specialist with focus areas in Epilepsy and Child Neurology.

How long has Dr. Thaggard been practicing?

Katherine Thaggard has 8+ years of clinical experience in neurology.

What is Dr. Thaggard's medical training?

Public profile training history includes: Emory University — Fellowship, Clinical Neurophysiology; University of Alabama at Birmingham — Residency, Child Neurology; University of Mississippi Medical Center — Residency.