Camilo Iván García, MD

Triple board certified in Neurology, Neurophysiology and Epilepsy

Advanced expertise in epilepsy, clinical neurophysiology, EEG, stereo-electroencephalography (SEEG), and epilepsy surgery, with a career focused on complex seizure disorders and drug-resistant epilepsy.

Camilo Iván García, MD

Founder | Neurologist | Epileptologist | Clinical Neurophysiologist

Professional profile

Specialized experience in complex epilepsy care.

Dr. Camilo Iván García is a board-certified neurologist and epileptologist with advanced expertise in epilepsy, clinical neurophysiology, EEG, stereo-electroencephalography (SEEG), and epilepsy surgery. His career has focused on the evaluation and treatment of complex seizure disorders, particularly drug-resistant epilepsy and patients who may benefit from surgical treatment.

He currently serves as Associate Professor of Neurology and Medical Co-Director of the Epilepsy Surgery Program. Throughout his career, he has combined advanced clinical care, academic leadership, research, medical education, and the development of specialized epilepsy programs.

Dr. García has evaluated more than 1,500 patients for epilepsy surgery and has played a significant role in expanding access to advanced diagnostic and surgical options for people living with complex epilepsy.

Education

Training across Colombia and the United States.

2000–2005

Doctor of Medicine, MD

Universidad Nacional de Colombia

2007–2008

Neurology Training

Pontificia Universidad Javeriana, Bogotá, Colombia

2009–2010

Preliminary Internal Medicine Residency

Cleveland Clinic Florida

2010–2013

Adult Neurology Residency

Cleveland Clinic Florida — served as Chief Resident

2013–2015

Fellowship in Epilepsy and Clinical Neurophysiology

Cleveland Clinic Foundation, Ohio

Certifications & advanced training

Triple Board-certified across three neurological disciplines.

Dr. García holds board certifications from the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology in:

Neurology

Clinical Neurophysiology

Epilepsy

Advanced fellowship training includes:

Clinical neurophysiology
Electroencephalography
Medical and surgical epilepsy
Presurgical epilepsy evaluation
Advanced neurophysiological techniques
Stereo-electroencephalography
Evaluation of patients with drug-resistant epilepsy

He is also certified by the Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG) and has held active medical licenses in Florida and Ohio.

Professional experience

Clinical leadership, program development, and education.

Associate Professor of Neurology & Medical Co-Director

Dr. García currently serves as Associate Professor of Neurology and Medical Co-Director of the Epilepsy Surgery Program. His work includes the evaluation of patients with complex epilepsy, presurgical planning, advanced neurophysiological assessment, clinical research, and the education of physicians and other healthcare professionals.

Cleveland Clinic Florida

Epilepsy Surgery Program Development

Dr. García created and developed the Epilepsy Surgery Program at Cleveland Clinic Florida. Under his leadership, the institution achieved designation as a Level IV Epilepsy Center. He also established the first stereo-EEG program in Florida, expanded EEG monitoring capabilities, introduced advanced diagnostic techniques, and developed structured EEG programs across regional hospitals.

Patient & community support

Bilingual epilepsy support initiatives

Dr. García created bilingual support groups for English- and Spanish-speaking patients with epilepsy in South Florida, providing education, clinical resources, emotional support, and a more accessible connection between patients, families, and healthcare professionals.

Areas of specialization

Focused expertise across advanced epilepsy care and neurophysiology.

Dr. García’s principal clinical, academic, and research areas include:

Clinical epilepsyDrug-resistant & complex epilepsyGeneral neurologyElectroencephalographyContinuous & prolonged EEG monitoringStereo-electroencephalographyPresurgical epilepsy evaluationEpilepsy surgerySeizure detection & predictionFunctional brain mappingFunctional connectivity & seizure networksPrediction of outcomes after epilepsy surgeryArtificial intelligence applications in epilepsyEducation in epilepsy & clinical neurophysiology

His research has contributed to the development of tools for predicting seizure freedom after epilepsy surgery and to a better understanding of the brain networks involved in seizure generation and propagation.

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