Biography
Melissa Carran, MD
Associate Professor of Neurology
Education and Training
| Medical School: | University of Cincinnati College of Medicine, Cincinnati, OH |
| Internship: | Crozer Chester Medical Center, Upland, PA |
| Residency: | Neurology - Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Philadelphia, PA |
| Fellowship: | Electrophysiology - Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Philadelphia, PA |
Board Certifications
- Neurology
- Clinical Neurophysiology
Special Interests
Epilepsy, migraine, developmental disorders, neurology of aging
About Me
Melissa A. Carran, MD, is the chief and chair of the Department of Neurology. A graduate of University of Cincinnati College of Medicine, she completed her neurology residency and subsequent fellowship in epilepsy at Thomas Jefferson Hospital. She is an assistant professor of neurology at CMSRU. Dr. Carran is board-certified in neurology and clinical neurophysiology, with more than 10 years of experience as an attending neurologist and epileptologist. She has also been an examiner for the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and is a member of the Recertification Committee.
Dr. Carran’s practice includes treating and managing epilepsy, including women’s health, developmental issues, and evaluations for epilepsy surgery. She also participates in several studies of investigational treatments for epilepsy.