Neurosciences Center

Statistics and Outcomes

For many children we treat, care includes inpatient or outpatient rehabilitation services. See statistics and outcomes for our CARF-certified Rehabilitation Medicine program.

Number of outpatient visits, 2018 to 2022

Total outpatient visits

133,500

Number of patients by selected diagnoses

801
Chiari malformation and spinal bifida
8,494
Epilepsy
3,420
Hydrocephalus
3,257
Neurovascular stroke
195
Tuberous sclerosis
548
Neurofibromatosis

Number of Procedures, 2018 to 2022

23,350
EEG (electroencephalogram)
3,171
Surgery
1,497
Hydrocephalus surgery
305
Brain tumor surgery
202
Spina bifida surgery
480
Epilepsy surgery
138
Chiari malformation surgery

 Where does this data come from? 

Portions of this data reflect national metrics reported to U.S. News & World Report, the Hydrocephalus Research Network, the National Epilepsy Foundation, the American College of Surgeons National Surgery Quality Program and other internal quality assurance and improvement programs.

Who do I contact if I have questions?

Talk with your child’s doctor or contact the Neurosciences Center at 206-987-2016.

What Seattle Children’s Measures and Why

We gather this data to: 

  • Measure the health of our patients
  • Improve the quality of the care we provide
  • Help you make informed decisions about your child’s care 

Learn more about outcomes at Seattle Children’s.

Updated March 2023.