Dr. Nicholas Abend

Professor

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Biography

Nicholas S. Abend, MD, MSCE, is a Professor specializing in Neurology, Pediatrics, and Anesthesia Critical Care Medicine at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia. He serves as the Senior Medical Director of the Neuroscience Center and the Medical Director of the Neurophysiology Lab. His expertise encompasses pediatric epilepsy, seizure management in critically ill children, including neonates, and the management of status epilepticus. Dr. Abend's leadership roles include significant contributions to multiple professional organizations focused on pediatric neurocritical care and epilepsy, emphasizing research and education in these fields. He has published extensively on topics related to pediatric seizures and has received various accolades for his research and teaching contributions. Additionally, he is known for his clinical work in the field of pediatric neurology and serves on editorial boards for relevant academic journals.

Research Interests

Experience

Attending Neurologist

2007-01-01 — Present

Children's Hospital Philadelphia • Philadelphia, PA

Provides care as a pediatric neurologist, focusing on epilepsy and critical care.

Senior Medical Director

2019-01-01 — Present

Neuroscience Center, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia • Philadelphia, PA

Oversees clinical and operational aspects of the Neuroscience Center.

Medical Director

2019-01-01 — Present

Neurophysiology Lab, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia • Philadelphia, PA

Leads the Neurophysiology Lab, focusing on EEG and epilepsy studies.

Awards

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Cosimo Ajmone-Marson Award

2017-01-01
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Award for Resident Teaching

2012-01-01

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.