
Mr. Arun Swaminathan, M.D.
Neurologist | Clinical Neurophysiology
700 S Park St Madison WI, 53715About
Dr. Arun Swaminathan practices Neurology and specializes in Epilepsy management. He is currently working at the SSM Health Medical Center in Madison, WI. He works as a general neurologist with special interests in epilepsy and seizure management with EEG and ICU EEG interpretation. He is involved in inpatient and outpatient care of patients and works with adults and children to treat a variety of neurological conditions.
Education and Training
LTMMC, Mumbai, India MBBS / MD 2010
Univ of Kentucky, Lexington Neurology Residency 2016
Univ of Pennsylvania Epilepsy Fellowship 2018
Board Certification
American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
Clinical Neurophysiology (Psychiatry and Neurology)
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Mr. Arun Swaminathan, M.D.'s Expert Contributions
Patient Preparedness For Your Visit To The Epilepsy Doctor
Doctors and patients seem to spend less time with each other as the years go by.Increasing patient volumes, need to ensure accurate and detailed patient charts, reviewing external imaging studies and lab results and haggling with insurance adjusters, and discussing prescriptions and refills with...
I don't know what this is?
Seeing a neurologist or allergist/immunologist might help. READ MORE
Is medication appropriate for children with aggression?
Medications may be the right choice in many patients with aggression or behavior issues. A psychiatrist might be able to offer more guidance based on the exact nature of the aggression. READ MORE
Can a neurologist help with motion sickness?
Neurologists can sometimes help. It is also possible that you might need to see a ear specialist / ENT doctor. READ MORE
Mixing medication?
That should be fine. READ MORE
What can a neurologist do for sciatica?
Neurologists generally help with pain management and getting imaging of your back or other tests like nerve conduction studies if needed. They will often refer you to other specialists like neurosurgeons, orthopedicians and pain management experts if needed as well. READ MORE
Can migraines cause vertigo?
Yes - many types of migraines can cause vertigo. READ MORE
Is vestibular migraine a neurological disorder?
it is probable that it is neurological. Neurologists should be able to help you with this condition. READ MORE
How do you stop your addiction to pills?
Psychiatrists or substance abuse counselors or therapists can help you with this condition. READ MORE
Do people with epilepsy need to eat more than most people?
You do not need to eat more than most people. You need a healthy diet and avoid staying hungry for long as hunger and low blood sugar may trigger your seizures. READ MORE
What causes a child to develop epilepsy?
Some children may develop epilepsy from brain damage during birth if there were any complications. Others may develop it from head injuries or infections like meningitis. Tumors can also cause seizures. Many cases of epilepsy in kids are genetic in origin as well. Please discuss this with your child's doctor or see a pediatric neurologist for more details. READ MORE
Explaining MRI?
You can sometimes have abnormal gray matter deposits in your white matter. You should probably consult a neurologist to take a look at the MRI and advise you. READ MORE
Cataplexy?
It is possible to have cataplexy without other symptoms of narcolepsy. Please see a sleep specialist for further clarification. READ MORE
Can an EEG read normal awake & show absent seizures?
The report seems to suggest that your EEG was normal and shows no evidence for absence seizures. Please consult a neurologist for further discussion. READ MORE
Shunts and Encephalitis?
It depends on what type of encephalitis it is. Shunts will only help drain excess fluid but not treat the encephalitis. Please discuss this with your doctor. READ MORE
Lesion on MRI brain scan, 11 weeks pregant
Please see a neurologist at the earliest to get further clarification about what it is. READ MORE
How does a doctor diagnose epilepsy?
Epilepsy may be diagnosed by history taking or talking to a doctor, brain scans like EEGs or MRIs. Please consult a neurologist if you have concerns for epilepsy in yourself or others. READ MORE
How successful is brain surgery for epilepsy?
It depends on what type of epilepsy they have and the type of surgery offered. Please consult a neurologist at a comprehensive epilepsy center for more detailed discussion. READ MORE
How long does it take to recover from brain surgery for epilepsy?
The immediate recovery after the surgery usually takes 2-3 weeks only. Your seizures may take longer to respond to the surgery, based on what type of surgery you have had. Please discuss this in more detail with your epilepsy doctor and neurosurgeon. READ MORE
How big is a 3 cm brain aneurysm?
It's fairly concerning. Aneurysms greater than 5 mm are followed closely. More than 1 cm is fairly serious. Please discuss this with your neurologist or neurosurgeon. READ MORE
Prior drug use and pregnant?
If the mother is currently clean and well nourished, then the chances are lower, unless she has genetic conditions. READ MORE
Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Assistant Professor of Neurology and Epilepsy UNMC, Omaha, NE 2018 - 2022
- Consultant Neurologist and Neurophysiologist SSM Health, Madison, WI 2022 - Present
Professional Memberships
- American Epilepsy Society
- American Academy of Neurology
Areas of research
epilepsy, neurophysiology, dementia, medical education, quantitative EEG, AI in medicine
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