Seizure Diagnosis & Evaluation
Comprehensive evaluation including detailed history, EEG interpretation, and advanced neuroimaging to accurately classify your seizure disorder.
Board-Certified Epilepsy & Neurophysiology
Advanced Epilepsy Care
Advanced Epilepsy Care
in Richmond, Virginia
At Synapses Neurology we provide comprehensive, compassionate epilepsy care — from diagnosis and medication management to advanced neuromodulation therapies, bringing academic-level expertise to the community.
Our Specialty
Comprehensive Epilepsy Care
Epilepsy affects approximately 3.4 million Americans. At Synapses Neurology, we provide expert evaluation and individualized treatment for seizure disorders of all types — combining cutting-edge diagnostics with personalized care plans that fit your life.
Anti-Seizure Medication Management
Expert selection and titration of anti-seizure medications, with ongoing monitoring to maximize seizure control while minimizing side effects.
EEG & Ambulatory Monitoring
In-office and ambulatory EEG services to capture brain wave activity and guide diagnosis, with expert interpretation of complex studies.
Epilepsy Monitoring Unit (EMU)
Coordination with NAEC accredited EMU facilities for extended video-EEG monitoring, essential for surgical candidacy evaluation and complex cases.
Refractory Epilepsy Treatment
Specialized management for patients whose seizures do not respond to standard medications, including advanced neuromodulation and surgical pathways.
Multidisciplinary Care Coordination
Seamless coordination with neurosurgery, neuropsychology, and other specialists to deliver comprehensive, team-based epilepsy care.
Advanced Neuromodulation Therapies
For patients with refractory epilepsy who have not achieved adequate seizure control with medications, advanced device-based therapies offer new hope. Dr. Gowda is a recognized regional leader in neuromodulation, bringing these specialized treatments — once available only at major academic centers — directly to the community.
Available Therapies
- Responsive Neurostimulation (RNS)
- Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS)
- Vagus Nerve Stimulation (VNS)
- Epilepsy Surgery Evaluation
Meet Your Neurologist
Dr. Soundarya N. Gowda
Soundarya N. Gowda, M.D., FAES
Triple Board-Certified Neurologist · Epileptologist · Clinical Neurophysiologist
Dr. Gowda is a triple board-certified neurologist with over fifteen years of experience building and leading comprehensive epilepsy programs across academic and private practice settings. She is dedicated to expanding access to world-class epilepsy care within the community.
2021 – Present
Epileptologist & Clinical Neurophysiologist
HCA Neurological Associates
Provides comprehensive epilepsy and clinical neurophysiology services. Recognized regional leader in neuromodulation and advanced epilepsy management.
2020 – Present
Associate Professor of Neurology
Carilion Clinic – Virginia Tech School of Medicine
Leads physician education initiatives, epilepsy services growth, and mentorship of residents and junior faculty. Served as Neurology Program Director 2020–2022.
2011 – 2020
Assistant / Associate Professor of Neurology
Virginia Commonwealth University Health System
Built and expanded Level 4 Epilepsy Monitoring Unit. Developed neuromonitoring services and epilepsy surgery evaluation workflows. Associate Program Director 2013–2020.
Neurology
Board Certified
Clinical Neurophysiology
Board Certified
Epilepsy
Board Certified
FAES
Fellow, American Epilepsy Society
Get in Touch
Contact & Appointments
Synapses Neurology
Address
2530 Suite C, Gaskins Road
Richmond, VA 23238
Richmond, VA 23238
Phone
Fax
(804) 848-8293
Office Hours
Monday – Friday8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed