Denia Ramirez Montealegre, MD, MPH, PhD
Child Neurologist/Epileptologist
I love music, cooking and baking, crafting, the arts and nature. In my free time, I like to hike with my husband and our dog.
I graduated from medical school in 1995 and pursued further training at the University of Rochester, where I earned a Masters in Public Health and a PhD in Genetics. I have particular interest in genetic epilepsies, neurodegenerative diseases of childhood and love working with parents, families and patients.
Clinical Focus:
Neurodegenerative diseases of childhood, neurogenetics, headaches in pediatric population, epilepsy, transition of care
Specialties:
Neurology, Epilepsy/Seizures
Education & Credentials
Medical School
Escuela Autonoma de Ciencias Medicas, San José, Costa Rica
Internships
Pediatrics, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, New York
Residencies
Pediatrics, Universidad de Costa Rica, La Sabana, San Jose, Costa Rica, Pediatric Neurology and Epilepsy, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, New York
Other Education
Masters of Public Health, focus on Telehealth, PhD in Genetics
Board Certifications
Diplomate, American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (Neurology with Special Qualifications in Child Neurology, Epilepsy)
Organizations & Societies
Child Neurology Society American Epilepsy Society American Academy of Neurology
Earning the trust of parents is always humbling and an honor. I will always advocate for my patients and their families.
— Denia Ramirez Montealegre
Where I See Patients
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