Ilisa Nussbaum

Ilisa Nussbaum is a Researcher in the Department of Neurology at Yale School of Medicine, affiliated with Yale New Haven Health (YNHH). Her work focuses on the application of ketogenic diets in epilepsy management, particularly in complex cases such as status epilepticus and rare syndromes like Ohtahara syndrome.

• Yale School of Medicine: Department of Neurology
• Yale New Haven Health: Staff Affiliate

Her research emphasizes clinical translation of dietary therapies, caregiver education, and practical implementation of ketogenic diets in acute and chronic neurological care. Key areas include:

• Seizure reduction through metabolic interventions
• Training paradigms for caregivers
• Critical care applications of ketogenic diets

Publications highlight interdisciplinary collaboration with neurologists and nutritionists, focusing on dietary compliance, safety protocols, and long-term efficacy. She contributes to peer-reviewed journals such as the Journal of Clinical Medicine and Epilepsy & Behavior Reports.