Neurology

Michael Doherty, MD

Medical Director, Epilepsy Program

Edmonds, WA

Michael J. Doherty, MD, is a neurologist subspecializing in epilepsy, serving as Medical Director of the Epilepsy Program at Swedish Neuroscience Institute since joining in 2003. He treats a wide range of epilepsy-related conditions, including absence epilepsy, childhood epilepsy, new onset seizures, hard-to-treat epilepsy, drop attacks, and arteriovenous malformations (AVM). His expertise extends to special needs populations and medication management during pregnancy. Dr. Doherty collaborates w

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Credentials

Board Certifications

Neurology (ABPN)
Epilepsy (ABPN)

Education & Training

Medical School: Tufts University School of Medicine (MD, 1997)
Residency: University of Washington Department of Neurology (Neurology, 1998-2001)
Fellowship: University of Washington School of Medicine (Clinical Neurophysiology, 2001-2003)

Years in Practice

25+ years

Peer Recognition

Castle Connolly — Top Doctor
Healthgrades — Healthgrades Choice
Healthgrades — Healthgrades Honor Roll
Seattle Magazine — Top Doctor
2022

Clinical Focus

Clinical Neurophysiology

Insurance(s) Accepted

Please verify your coverage with the provider — plan participation can change.

Practice Details

Hospital Affiliations

Swedish Health
Swedish Medical Center
Swedish Neuroscience Institute
Providence Health & Services

Languages

English

Insurance accepted

Frequently asked

Does Dr. Doherty accept Aetna insurance?

Michael Doherty's public profile lists Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, and Blue Shield of California plus 11 more health plans as accepted plans. Plan participation can change — confirm directly with the practice before your visit.

Where does Dr. Doherty practice?

Michael Doherty practices in Edmonds, WA with hospital affiliations including Swedish Health, Swedish Medical Center, and Swedish Neuroscience Institute.

What does Dr. Doherty specialize in?

Michael Doherty is a board-certified neurology specialist with focus areas in Clinical Neurophysiology.

How long has Dr. Doherty been practicing?

Michael Doherty has 29+ years of clinical experience in neurology.

What is Dr. Doherty's medical training?

Public profile training history includes: Medical School: Tufts University School of Medicine (MD, 1997); Residency: University of Washington Department of Neurology (Neurology, 1998-2001); Fellowship: University of Washington School of Medicine (Clinical Neurophysiology, 2001-2003).