Epilepsy, a neurological disorder characterised by recurrent seizures, often requires a multidisciplinary approach for effective management. Several doctors and medical departments play key roles in diagnosing, treating, and managing epilepsy:

1. Neurologists: Neurologists are the primary doctors involved in the diagnosis and treatment of epilepsy. They specialise in disorders of the brain and nervous system, including epilepsy. Neurologists evaluate patients experiencing seizures, perform diagnostic tests such as EEG (electroencephalogram) and imaging studies like MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) to determine the cause of seizures, and prescribe appropriate medications to manage epilepsy.
2. Neurosurgeons: In cases where epilepsy is resistant to medication or when the seizures originate from a specific area of the brain that can be surgically treated, neurosurgeons play a crucial role. They perform surgical procedures such as resection (removing the part of the brain causing seizures), laser ablation, or implantation of devices like vagus nerve stimulators or responsive neurostimulation systems (RNS) to help control seizures.
3. Epileptologists: Epileptologists are neurologists with specialised training in epilepsy. They often work in epilepsy centres and have expertise in diagnosing and managing complex cases of epilepsy. Epileptologists may provide consultations for patients with difficult-to-treat epilepsy and offer advanced treatment options such as epilepsy surgery or participation in clinical trials.
4. Neuroradiologists: Neuroradiologists are radiologists who specialise in interpreting imaging studies of the brain and nervous system. They play a crucial role in diagnosing epilepsy by interpreting MRI, CT scans, and other imaging modalities to identify structural abnormalities or lesions in the brain that may be causing seizures.
5. Paediatric Neurologists: Paediatric neurologists specialise in treating neurological disorders in children, including epilepsy. They have expertise in managing epilepsy in infants, children, and adolescents, considering the unique aspects of paediatric epilepsy treatment and the impact on development.