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Vinita Misra Knight, MD, MPH is an Associate Professor of Pediatrics (Neurology) at Yale School of Medicine with dual appointments in Pediatrics and Neurology departments. She serves as Director of Neurosciences and Pediatric Epilepsy Monitoring Units and Director of the Pediatric Epilepsy Monitoring Unit at Yale New Haven Children's Hospital.
- MD from Eastern Virginia Medical School (2010)
- MPH from George Washington University, Public Health
Dr. Knight specializes in pediatric epilepsy, particularly refractory seizures that are difficult to control with standard medications. Her clinical interests include neonatal seizures, the ketogenic diet program for seizure management, and epilepsy surgical evaluations. As a pediatric neurologist, she treats children with a range of neurological conditions including migraines, strokes, developmental delays, and movement disorders. Her research focuses on improving outcomes for children with complex neurological conditions through innovative treatment approaches.
Dr. Knight's publication history shows early work in pediatric urology, with her 2004 article on renal injuries in children, before specializing in neurology. Her current work emphasizes clinical care improvements in pediatric epilepsy management.
As Medical Director for the Yale Neurosciences Unit in the Children's Hospital, she focuses on enhancing patient care systems. Her approach integrates her perspective as both a physician and a mother, allowing her to connect deeply with patients and families.
- Board Certified in Neurology with Special Qualification in Child Neurology (2015)
- Board Certified in Epilepsy (2018)
Dr. Knight is actively involved in clinical care at Yale New Haven Children's Hospital and contributes to the Pediatric Epilepsy Program. Her work combines clinical expertise with administrative leadership to improve neurological care for children.
