MD, Neurologist, Epilepsy, EEG, TBI, Seizure Meds
Contact this Expert Witness
- Company: Hennepin Health Care (Level 1 trauma center in Minneapolis) Medical Director
- Phone: (773) 485-9055
- Cell: (773) 485-9055
- Website: simapatelmd.com/
Specialties & Experience of this Expert Witness
General Specialties:
Neurology and EpilepsyKeywords/Search Terms:
Brain injury, Seizures & Pregnancy, Lamotrigine, Epilepsy surgery, Video EEG ICU, Status epilepticus, Seizure medications, New onset seizures, VNS DBS RNS, TBI, Neurophysiology, Environmental exposure & seizures, Employment & Seizures, Driving & epilepsy, Cognition, Stroke & seizures, Non epileptic spells, Brain damageEducation:
Epilepsy Fellowship , Cleveland Clinic Foundation ; Neurology Residency , Medical College of Wisconsin; Medical Degree, Rush Medical College; Bachelor of Arts in Community Health , University of Illinois, Champaign UrbanaYears in Practice:
16Additional Information
Dr. Sima Patel MD, FAES, FANA is double board-certified physician in Neurology and Epilepsy (ABPN) and serves as Associate Professor of Neurology at the University of Minnesota. She is nationally recognized for her expertise in seizure cases involving traumatic brain injury, pregnancy, and complex neurologic conditions. Currently, she serves as Medical Director of Epilepsy and Video EEG at a Level 1 Trauma Center in Minneapolis. Dr. Patel earned her medical degree from Rush Medical College in Chicago, completed her neurology residency at the Medical College of Wisconsin, and pursued an Epilepsy Fellowship at the Cleveland Clinic Foundation—one of the nation’s leading institutions in epilepsy care. With nearly 20 years of clinical and academic experience (after medical school), she has authored numerous scientific papers, poster abstracts, and book chapters, and frequently present at education and scientific conferences. She holds intellectual property rights for a seizure behavioral testing protocol (ROAR Testing), which has been utilized on over 40,000 patients at University of Minnesota Fairview Hospital. As an expert witness, Dr. Patel provides honest, evidence-based evaluations and testimony that clarify complex topics such as seizures during pregnancy, drug-resistant seizures, intracranial EEG, neuromodulation devices (RNS, DBS, VNS), drug interactions, and cognitive complications. She specializes in translating advanced neurology into clear, courtroom-ready language and is known for her impartiality, precision, and professionalism. Her work has supported cases involving personal injury, medical malpractice, impact of seizures on cognition, and toxic effects of seizure medications. Dr. Patel is trusted by both plaintiff and defense attorneys for her balanced, evidence-based approach. She offers nationwide availability, timely report turnaround, and clear communication protocols. Her expert witness services include deposition and trial testimony, record review, and consultation on standard of care. Attorneys value her ability to bridge advanced neuroscience with courtroom clarity—demystifying complex neurologic conditions for judges and juries alike. To discuss your case or request a CV, please email Dr. Patel directly at sipatel12@gmail.com. All communications are attorney-to-attorney only.