Dr. Craig Press

Professor

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Biography

Craig Press is a board-certified physician specializing in Child Neurology and Epilepsy at Children's Hospital Philadelphia. He has significant clinical expertise in the management of pediatric neurological conditions, particularly focusing on acute flaccid myelitis and catastrophic epilepsy syndromes. Dr. Press completed his PhD and MD at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, where he graduated magna cum laude. His professional journey includes a residency in Pediatric Neurology at the University of Colorado and fellowships in Pediatric Neurocritical Care and Pediatric Epilepsy. He is actively involved in research, contributing to the fields of child neurology, neurocritical care, and epilepsy. Dr. Press has received several honors including the Young Investigator Award from the American Epilepsy Society. His professional affiliations enhance his expertise and foster collaboration in advancing pediatric neurology. In addition to his clinical role, he is also dedicated to education and mentoring future clinicians. Dr. Press has published extensively, with numerous articles in respected journals, underscoring his commitment to advancing knowledge in pediatric neurology.

Research Interests

Experience

Attending Physician

2008-06-01 — Present

Children's Hospital Philadelphia • Philadelphia, PA

Leading clinical services in Pediatric Neurology and managing complex cases including epilepsy and neurocritical care.

Awards

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Young Investigator Award

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Hope Center Award Lecture

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Graduated Magna Cum Laude

Requirements for Children's Hospital Philadelphia

Doctorate Program
Requirements
Prerequisites
Graduate of a US or Canadian medical school or one year of US post-graduate clinical training Passed USMLE or COMLEX Part I Must pass Step II before start of training
Application Checklist
  • ERAS application form
  • Personal statement
  • Medical school transcript
  • USMLE or COMLEX scores
  • Minimum of three letters of recommendation
Specialization Notes

Department of Pediatrics: Pediatric Residency Program. Interviews are conducted virtually.