Serena Thompson, MD, PhD

Dr. Serena Thompson, M.D., Ph.D., graduated from the University of Southern California prior to attending medical school and graduate school in neuroscience at the University of Minnesota. She completed her residency at the Medical College of Wisconsin followed by epilepsy fellowship at the Cleveland Clinic. Prior to returning to Minnesota, Dr. Thompson was a full-time academic faculty member at the Medical College of Wisconsin.

Dr. Thompson’s areas of expertise include epilepsy surgery, magnetoencephalography use in epilepsy evaluation, complex / refractory epilepsy, ketogenic diet, EEG, SEEG, electrocorticography, and cortical stimulation. Outside of medicine, Dr. Thompson enjoys Latin dance, fitness, and spending time with family.

Dr. Thompson uses the mutual education patient and physician provide each other as the groundwork for treatment. “It is my responsibility to educate patients and their families about their medical condition and treatment options, but it is the patient’s responsibility to educate me about their treatment goals, expectations, prior experiences, and life goals. It is my greatest honor and responsibility to listen to your story and empower you to make informed medical decisions.”