Neurology

Marc Dichter, MD

Emeritus Professor of Neurology and Pharmacology

Marc A. Dichter, MD, PhD, is an Emeritus Professor of Neurology and Pharmacology at the University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine in Philadelphia, with over 55 years of experience in neurology. His subspecialty focus is epilepsy, neurophysiology, and neurodegenerative disorders, including the study of seizures and epileptogenesis. He previously served as Director of the Penn Epilepsy Center for twenty years and Interim Director of the Mahoney Institute of Neurological Sciences. Dr.

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Credentials

Board Certifications

Neurology (ABPN)

Education & Training

Medical School: New York University School of Medicine (MD, 1969)
Internship: Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (Internal Medicine, 1970)
Residency: Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (Neurology, 1976)

Years in Practice

55+ years

Peer Recognition

ABPN — Board Certified in Neurology
2026
Healthgrades — Healthgrades Honor Roll

Clinical Focus

Subspecialties

Epilepsy

Conditions & Treatments

Drug-Resistant EpilepsyEpilepsy & Seizure Disorders

Insurance(s) Accepted

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Practice Details

Hospital Affiliations

University of Pennsylvania Hospital

Languages

English

Conditions Dr. Dichter treats

Insurance accepted

Frequently asked

Does Dr. Dichter accept Amerihealth insurance?

Marc Dichter's public profile lists Amerihealth, Blue Cross Blue Shield, and CareFirst plus 5 more health plans as accepted plans. Plan participation can change — confirm directly with the practice before your visit.

Where does Dr. Dichter practice?

Marc Dichter practices in Philadelphia, PA with hospital affiliations including University of Pennsylvania Hospital.

What does Dr. Dichter specialize in?

Marc Dichter is a board-certified neurology specialist with focus areas in Epilepsy.

How long has Dr. Dichter been practicing?

Marc Dichter has 57+ years of clinical experience in neurology.

What is Dr. Dichter's medical training?

Public profile training history includes: Medical School: New York University School of Medicine (MD, 1969); Internship: Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (Internal Medicine, 1970); Residency: Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (Neurology, 1976).