Dr. Ivet Hartonian, MD, MS
Neurologist (Pediatric) | Neurology with Special Qualifications in Child Neurology
14445 Olive View Drive Sylmar CA, 91342About
Dr. Ivet Hartonian is a distinguished Neurologist in Sylmar, CA. Dr. Hartonian specializes in diagnosing, treating, and managing disorders of the brain and nervous system. With expertise in handling complex conditions like epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, and migraines, Dr. Hartonian employs advanced techniques and personalized treatment plans to improve patient outcomes. As a neurologist, Dr. Hartonian is committed to staying abreast of the latest developments in neurological research and therapies.
Dr. Ivet Hartonian, MD, MS's Videos
Education and Training
Saint Louis University School of Medicine Medical Degree 2009
Board Certification
neurology
child neurology
American Board of Neurology and Psychiatry
Provider Details
Fellowships
- Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center pediatric neurology 2013
Fellowships
- Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center (2013)
Dr. Ivet Hartonian, MD, MS's Practice location
Los Angeles, CA 90033Get Direction
Dr. Ivet Hartonian, MD, MS's reviews
Write ReviewMedia Releases
Get to know Pediatric Neurologist Dr. Ivet Hartonian, who serves patients in Los Angeles, California.
Dr. Hartonian is a fellowship-trained pediatric neurologist who sees infants (0-2) and children (2-12) at White Memorial Community Health Center in Los Angeles, California.
A part of Adventist Health, White Memorial Community Health Center is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing primary healthcare services to all members of the community, regardless of their ability to pay. The compassionate physicians are committed to ensuring that the children and adults they serve receive high-quality healthcare services that are personalized to their individual needs and preferences.
Graduating with her medical degree from Saint Louis University School of Medicine in 2009, Dr. Hartonian went on to further her training. She performed her residency in pediatrics and her fellowship in pediatric neurology at Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center in 2010 and 2013, respectively.
Following her education, she attained board certification in neurology and child neurology through the American Board of Neurology and Psychiatry (ABPN). The ABPN is a not-for-profit corporation dedicated to serving the professions of psychiatry and neurology.
Neurology is a branch of medicine dealing with disorders of the nervous system. Neurologists are licensed medical specialists who diagnose and treat disorders that affect the brain, spinal cord, nerves, and muscles of patients. A child neurologist, or pediatric neurologist, is a doctor who treats children who have problems with their nervous system. Problems in the nervous system can start in the brain, spine, nerves, or muscles. These can lead to problems such as seizures, headaches, or developmental delays.
On a more personal note, Dr. Hartonian speaks both English and Armenian.
Recommended Articles
- Encephalitis in Children
Encephalitis in ChildrenEncephalitis means inflammation of the brain. The condition is usually caused by viruses. Encephalitis is a rare disease that affects approximately 0.5 per 100,000 individuals. Children, the elderly, and those with an impaired immune system are commonly affected by the...
- Tommy Hilfiger Now Offers Clothing Line For People With Disabilities
Coming down with a chronic disease or being born with a disability can be a very serious issue, especially if left untreated. As most know, a condition like Duchenne muscular dystrophy can alter the patient’s lives, forcing them and their caregivers to adopt different lifestyle habits to...
- A Great Resource for Muscular Dystrophy Patients and Caregivers
There is a group of diseases which fall into the ‘neuromuscular disorders’ category and that are characterized by symptoms which, either directly or indirectly, impair the functioning of the muscles. The direct effect would be via the pathology of the voluntary muscle itself, while the indirect...
- Muscular Dystrophy: Telling a Child the Truth About His/Her Condition
Muscular dystrophy is a category of muscle diseases that cause progressive weakness and loss of muscle mass. Muscular dystrophy (MD) is either inherited or can be due to a genetic mutation. Kids with MD usually follow a normal pattern of growth development in the first few years of their lives,...
- Teen with Muscular Dystrophy Among 100 Most Inspirational Women
Breaking beyond the barriersAs of early October 2017, the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) released their list of the 100 most inspirational women. Each year, the list commemorates women from around the world who have pushed the barriers of what has been thought to be possible. It...
- Chronic Inflammation May Enhance Sustained Delivery of New Muscular Dystrophy Therapy
The Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy is a genetic disorder that is accompanied by symptoms of progressive muscle weakness and degeneration. Duchenne muscular dystrophy is caused by the absence of dystrophin, a protein that is responsible for keeping muscles cells intact, and accounts for one of the nine...
Nearby Providers
- Dr. Regina Berkovich MD8727 Beverly Blvd W Hollywood CO 90048
- Dr. Mohsen Mahmoud Hamza M.D.11600 Wilshire Blvd. West Los Angeles California 90025
- Dr. Lancelot Oliver Alexander MD16030 Ventura Blvd Encino CA 91436
- Dr. Ezekiel Fink MD416 N BEDFORD DR BEVERLY HILLS CA 90210
- Dr. Peter-Brian Andersson MD18370 Burbank Blvd Tarzana CA 91356
- Dr. Barry Ludwig MD2811 WILSHIRE BLVD SUITE 508 SANTA MONICA CA 90403