Specialties & Conditions Spanish Clinic for Epilepsy Patients
Spanish Clinic for Epilepsy Patients
To help provide the best care possible for families navigating an epilepsy diagnosis, Lurie Children’s Epilepsy Center offers a dedicated epilepsy clinic for families whose preferred language is Spanish. As the only epilepsy clinic of its kind in the Midwest, our clinic aims to create an environment where families feel heard, supported and empowered in their care journey.
Our dedicated team of Spanish-speaking healthcare providers and support staff is committed to providing expert, comprehensive care in a language that ensures clear communication and understanding.
Our Team
Rebecca M. Garcia-Sosa, MD
Attending Physician, Neurology and Epilepsy Center
Assistant Professor of Pediatrics (Neurology), Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine
Joanna I. Garcia Pierce, MD
Attending Physician, Neurology and Epilepsy Center
Assistant Professor of Pediatrics (Neurology and Epilepsy), Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine
Allison D. Dye, APRN-NP, CPNP-PC
Pediatric Nurse Practitioner, Neurology
Alicia Alonso, BSN, RN, CNP
Arely Cerda, MSW, LSW
Make an Appointment
Our clinic takes place at the main hospital on the first, third and fifth Monday of each month. When appropriate, our team also offers Telemedicine appointment.
For Referring Providers
To refer a patient to our clinic, please call 312.227.3540. Please send medical records, including EEGs and/or MRI, if possible.
For Families
For questions about our clinic or to speak with one of our team members, please call 312.227.3540. Please bring any medical records you have available.