Miguel Fiol, MD
Dr. Miguel Fiol is a neurologist at the University of Minnesota Medical Center as well as a professor in the Department of Neurology at the University of Minnesota Medical School. Dr. Fiol received his MD at the University of Puerto Rico Medical School. He later attended residency at the University of Wisconsin before transferring back to the University of Puerto Rico.
At the University of Minnesota, Dr. Fiol has become a renowned researcher and clinical care provider. He has published numerous papers, mainly focusing on Epilepsy.
Dr. Fiol is also active in the community, especially on his home island. After Hurricane Maria struck the island of Puerto Rico, he returned home to provide medical assistance to residents in need, especially children. He continues to monitor and analyze the ongoing situation to help relief efforts.
Education
Associate Professor, Department of Neurology
Neurologist
MD, University of Puerto Rico
Neurology, University of Wisconsin
Epilepsy, University of Minnesota
Summary
Awards & Recognition
- CMS Stage 1 EHR, 2012
- CMS Stage 1 EHR, 2013
Languages
- English
- Spanish
Research
Publications
- Familial aggregation of focal seizure semiology in the Epilepsy Phenome/Genome Project. Tobochnik S, Fahlstrom R, Shain C, Winawer MR; Neurology. 2017 May 31.
- De Novo Mutations in Synaptic Transmission Genes Including DNM1 Cause Epileptic Encephalopathies.; Am J Hum Genet. 2017 Jan 05.
- Copy number variant analysis from exome data in 349 patients with epileptic encephalopathy.; Ann Neurol. 2015 Aug.
- De novo mutations in synaptic transmission genes including DNM1 cause epileptic encephalopathies. Am J Hum Genet. 2014 Oct 02.
Clinical
Specialties
- EEG
- Genetics of Epilepsy
- International Collaboration in Epilepsy Research
- Latino Epilepsy / Neurology
- Pregnancy and Epilepsy
Board Certifications
- American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, Certified in Neurology
- MN State Medical License, Active through 2018
Clinical Interests
- Genetics of Epilepsy
- International Collaboration in Epilepsy Research
- Latino Epilepsy/Neurology
- Pregnancy and Epilepsy