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Deepak Lachhwani

Deepak Lachhwani, MD

4.846 ratings, 8 reviews

Pediatric Epilepsy Neurology

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Age Groups Seen

  • Child
  • Adolescent

Languages

  • Hindi
  • English

Gender

Male

About Deepak Lachhwani

Biography

Deepak K. Lachhwani, MBBS, MD, is Staff Pediatric Epileptologist at the Epilepsy Center within the Neurological Institute of Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH. Dr. Lachhwani is a member of the American Epilepsy Society (AES), Editor of AES News, and a committee member for the International League Against Epilepsy. He is very active in the American Academy of Neurology and serves on the editorial board of CNP News. He is also a member of the Child Neurology Society, American Society of Neuroimaging and the Society of Nuclear Medicine.

Dr. Lachhwani's particular interests lie in treating children with medically refractory epilepsy, functional neuroimaging, pediatric epilepsy surgery and ICU monitoring of neonates and children. His research interests revolve around these fields, with specific reference to clinical outcomes after epilepsy surgery in children with tuberous sclerosis, Stroke, Rasmussen's encephalitis and medically refractory status epilepticus. He expands the sphere of medical care at Cleveland Clinic provided to children with seizures by directing the activities of the Pediatric Epilepsy Support Group, which offers a unique platform for educating and supporting families of these children.

Dr. Lachhwani gained an MD from the Gandhi Medical College at Bhopal, India, in 1991 and completed his Pediatric residency and Neurology residency training at the Mayo Clinic Graduate School of Medicine in Rochester, Minn. He then completed his subspecialty training in Pediatric Epilepsy at Cleveland Clinic and accepted his current professional staff position.

Dr. Lachhwani is an avid writer for several peer-reviewed publications, has published several book chapters, and has presented numerous posters at national and international meetings. He has co-edited the fourth edition of the textbook, "The Treatment of Epilepsy: Principles and Practice." He was awarded the Junior Resident Travel Award from the Department of Pediatrics at Mayo Clinic in 1994, was a high honors student at the Gandhi Medical College, Bhopal, India (1983-1991), and earned a Distinguished Services Award for patient care during the Union Carbide methyl-isocyanate (MIC) gas tragedy at Bhopal (December 1984).

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Locations

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Education & Board Certifications

Education

  • Fellowship: Cleveland Clinic, 2002
  • Residency: Mayo Clinic, 2000
  • Internship: Mayo Clinic, 1995
  • Medical Education: Gandhi Medical College, Bhopal University Faculty of Medicine, 1991
  • Residency: Gandhi Medical College, Bhopal University Faculty of Medicine, 1991
  • Internship: Gandhi Medical College, Bhopal University Faculty of Medicine, 1988
  • Undergraduate: Central Board of Secondary Education, 1981

Board Certifications

  • Epilepsy: American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology, 2013
  • Clinical Neurophysiology: American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology, 2003
  • Neurology with Special Qualifications in Child Neurology: American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology, 2001

Additional Training

  • 200-Hour Nuclear Physician Licensing Course: Associates in Medical Physics, LLC,†September 13-20, 2002; October 18-27, 2002; March 13-14, 2003
  • Training and experience in Nuclear Neurology of more than 500 hours between April 2002 and March 2003, Department of Nuclear Medicine, Cleveland Clinic Foundations
  • Leading in Health Care (2008-2009)

Awards

Distinguished Services Award for patient care during the Union Carbide MIC gas tragedy at Bhopal, India, December 1984 ---

Professional Memberships

American Epilepsy Society; International League Against Epilepsy; American Academy of Neurology; Child Neurology Society; Society of Nuclear Medicine

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Research & Publications

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Industry Relationships

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Ratings & Reviews

4.8 out of 5

46 ratings, 8 reviews

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    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/26/2026

    Easily the best physician I've ever interacted with! He's very calm and kind. His empathy cannot be taught. He genuinely cares about our child and us as a family!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/2/2025

    Dr Lichiwani is a kind, intelligent and a very professional doctor I have ever met.May God continue to bless,guide and give him wisdom to do his duty as a doctor. I really appreciate every single effort he has made in my son's life!!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/12/2025

    The risks for treatment will be further discussed with another doctor.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/29/2025

    There are no words to describe how we feel about Dr Lachhwani. He far surpasses any expectations we have.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/2/2025

    Dr. Lachhwani is the BEST. Take the time to sit down and listen to the child and the parent. Has a calming demeanor that puts everyone at ease.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/26/2025

    Dr Lachhwani is fantastic!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/23/2025

    The Dr has an absolute wonderful and calming way about him so that makes the difficult conversations much more easy.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/19/2025

    Dr. Lashhwani was very kind, and I felt that he truly listened to our concerns. He managed to get my very anxious & shy child to laugh, smile, and even say a few words during their visit! This NEVER happens with unfamiliar people, particularly adults and medical professionals! He took time with us to get the full picture of what's been happening with my child, and came up with a solid plan for next steps. I am so grateful we were connected to him & look forward to continuing my child's care with him.