Epilepsy is diagnosed when a person has had at least one seizure and there is a strong likelihood of future events. It is a neurological condition that can vary widely in symptoms, so it is best treated on an individual basis. Boston Medical Center’s [Comprehensive Epilepsy Center (CEC)](/pediatrics-neurology/epilepsy) is committed to helping patients and families get the best possible care for their unique case of epilepsy.



 

 ## Departments and Programs Who Treat This Condition

  department###  [Neurology (Pediatrics)](/departments/pediatric-specialty-care/neurology-pediatrics) 

 A program within Pediatric Specialty Care providing child neurology services, including diagnosis and treatment for neurological conditions affecting the brain, spine, and nervous… 

 

 

  department###  [Pediatric Inpatient Unit](/departments/pediatric-specialty-care/pediatric-inpatient-unit) 

 BMC’s Pediatric Inpatient Unit provides hospital care for patients ranging in age from newborn to 22 years. All 22 rooms in our state-of-the-art unit are private; each has its own…