Neurology
Michael Privitera, MD
Professor of Neurology and Director, Epilepsy Center, University of Cincinnati Gardner Neuroscience Institute
Michael Privitera, MD, is a professor of neurology and director of the Epilepsy Center at the University of Cincinnati Gardner Neuroscience Institute, which he co-founded over 25 years ago as the region's first comprehensive epilepsy program. He specializes in epilepsy, autonomic disorders, cranial trauma, and advanced treatments including new antiepileptic drugs (AEDs), cannabinoids (CBD), generic AED equivalence, and seizure prediction. Privitera treats patients with partial seizures, juvenile
45+
Years in Practice
Credentials
Board Certifications
- Neurology
- Epilepsy
Education & Training
- University of Cincinnati College of Medicine — Professor, Neurology
- SUNY Upstate Medical University — M.D., 1980
- Johns Hopkins — Neurology Training
- Georgetown — Epilepsy Training
- University of Texas — Epilepsy Training
Peer Recognition
2019
- Castle Connolly — Top Doctor
2012-2026 (15 years)
- Cincinnati Magazine — Top Doctor
2013
- Cincy Magazine — Best Doctor
2022-2023 (2 years)
- U.S. News & World Report — Top Doctor
2011
Recognition & Leadership
Awards & Honors
- Health Care Heroes Innovator Award (2004)
- AES Distinguished Service Award, American Epilepsy Society (2019)
- Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society (2003)
Leadership Roles
- Director, Epilepsy Center, University of Cincinnati Gardner Neuroscience Institute
- Professor, Department of Neurology, University of Cincinnati College of Medicine
- Division Chief for Epilepsy, University of Cincinnati
- President, American Epilepsy Society (2016)
- Medical Director, Charles L. Shor Foundation for Epilepsy Research
Clinical Focus
Subspecialties
Conditions & Treatments
Practice Details
Hospital Affiliations
- University of Utah Hospital
- University of Cincinnati Medical Center
- UC Health West Chester Hospital
- Gardner Neuroscience Institute
- Cincinnati Children’s Hospital
Languages
English
Experience
45+ years in practice