Dr. Traci Sheaffer, MD
Physician
Neurology
Specialty
Pediatric Neurology
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Dr. Sheaffer diagnoses, treats and manages children and adolescents with neurological conditions, including seizure disorders (epilepsy) and spasticity.
About Dr. Traci Sheaffer, MD
Traci Sheaffer, MD is a board-certified neurologist providing care to patients in the Raleigh, NC area at Raleigh Neurology Associates.
Dr. Sheaffer practices child neurology at Raleigh Neurology Associates and is actively involved in the pediatric teaching service at WakeMed.
Dr. Sheaffer practices child neurology at Raleigh Neurology Associates and is actively involved in the pediatric teaching service at WakeMed.
Conditions Treated
Epilepsy
Headaches
Multiple Sclerosis
Spasticity
Brain Tumor
Peripheral Neuropathy
Spinal Cord Injury
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
Procedures & Services
EEG (Electroencephalogram)
MRI of the Head (Magnetic Resonance Imaging)
Electromyogram (EMG)
Patient Education Resources
Can ADHD be managed without medication?
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) can be managed without medication, although medication is often a common treatment option. Medications such as stimulants (e.g. Ritalin®, Adderall) ...
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) can be managed without medication, although medication is often a common treatment option. Medications such as stimulants (e.g. Ritalin®, Adderall) ...
How do I know if my mother's forgetfulness has become Alzheimer's Disease
Alzheimer's disease is a progressive, degenerative disorder that affects memory, thinking, and behavior. It is the most common cause of dementia in older adults.Symptoms of Alzheimer's disease...
Alzheimer's disease is a progressive, degenerative disorder that affects memory, thinking, and behavior. It is the most common cause of dementia in older adults.Symptoms of Alzheimer's disease...
I snore regularly. Should I be worried about sleep apnea?
Snoring is a common symptom of sleep apnea, a serious sleep disorder that causes a person to stop breathing for short periods of time during sleep. People with sleep apnea often snore loudly and frequ...
Snoring is a common symptom of sleep apnea, a serious sleep disorder that causes a person to stop breathing for short periods of time during sleep. People with sleep apnea often snore loudly and frequ...
My father is taking levodopa for his Parkinson's Disease but his condition is worsening again. What can he do next?
Levodopa is the most commonly used medication for treating the symptoms of Parkinson's disease, it works by increasing the levels of dopamine in the brain, which can help to improve symptoms such ...
Levodopa is the most commonly used medication for treating the symptoms of Parkinson's disease, it works by increasing the levels of dopamine in the brain, which can help to improve symptoms such ...
When should I consider starting disease-modifying therapy for multiple sclerosis?
The decision to start disease-modifying therapy (DMT) for multiple sclerosis (MS) is usually based on the type and severity of the disease, as well as the person's individual needs and preferences...
The decision to start disease-modifying therapy (DMT) for multiple sclerosis (MS) is usually based on the type and severity of the disease, as well as the person's individual needs and preferences...
Education & Training
- Medical School: University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
- Neurology Residency: University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Professional Affiliations
Raleigh Neurology
Raleigh Neurology Associates, PA, has grown to be one of the largest and most respected neurology practices in the nation. We’re proud to provide comprehensive neurological treatment and care for over 250,000 people in the Triangle area.