At Lucas Family Brain and Spine Hospital in Indianapolis, Indiana, our doctors are experienced in diagnosing and managing epilepsy. Advanced imaging is used to diagnose seizures and epilepsy. Your neurosurgeon works with a team of specialists from across the country to deliver advanced treatment options – bringing the best of our national network of care, close to home.
When you choose Ascension St. Vincent, you get doctors and care teams who listen to you. We start each appointment with a complete evaluation. Tell us your concerns and your history with seizures. Your doctor may recommend a series of tests to better understand your seizures, such as blood tests and imaging. Then, we create a care plan that’s right for you. Our goal is to help reduce the number of seizures you have – and in some cases, prevent them.
Epilepsy monitoring for diagnosing seizures
Your neurologist may recommend a stay in our epilepsy monitoring if you are having new or unusual seizures, you are being evaluated for epilepsy surgery, or if you are starting or withdrawing from medication. At Ascension St. Vincent, patients have private, comfortable suites with their own bathroom and a sleeper sofa for someone to stay with you overnight while being monitored for epilepsy.
During your stay, you will have electrodes attached to your head that record your electrical brain activity during your entire stay. Video and audio will also be recorded. Most people stay in the hospital for monitoring for 3-5 days. You will be able to get up and move around the room, but are required to stay in the room during your entire stay so we can continuously monitor your brain activity.
Advanced treatment options for epilepsy
Depending on the cause of your seizures, your care plan may include medication, surgery or a combination of both. Your doctor takes the time to explain your treatment options and create a personalized care plan.
