Julie Hanna, MD

Julie Hanna, MD, is an adult epileptologist at Minnesota Epilepsy Group.

Dr. Hanna completed her undergraduate studies at Indiana University, receiving a Bachelor of Science in biology and a Bachelor of Arts in French. She then attended medical school at Indiana University School of Medicine. Dr. Hanna completed her neurology residency at University of Minnesota before completing her fellowship at both the University of Minnesota and Minnesota Epilepsy Group.

Dr. Hanna’s areas of expertise and interest include care of women with epilepsy and tuberous sclerosis complex. Outside of medicine, Dr. Hanna enjoys spending time with her husband and three kids. She also enjoys visiting parks and museums, traveling, and attending concerts.

Dr. Hanna appreciates the opportunity to support her patients through all points of their care. “I am interested in working with my patients to help them reach their best possible seizure control and quality of life. I find it very rewarding to get to know my patients, to support them through difficult times with their epilepsy, and to celebrate their successes with them.”

Education & Training

  • Undergraduate – Indiana University, B.S. in Biology, B.A. in French (1999)
  • Medical School – Indiana University School of Medicine (2003)
  • Residency – Neurology, University of Minnesota (2007)
  • Fellowship – Neurophysiology, University of Minnesota / Minnesota Epilepsy Group (2008)
  • ABPN Board Certified in Neurology and in Epilepsy

Areas Of Expertise

Areas of Active Interest – Care of women with epilepsy; Tuberous Sclerosis Complex

Interests Outside Medicine

Spending time with my husband and three kids, visiting the many parks and museums in the Twin Cities, traveling, and attending concerts.

Leadership & Membership

Professional Organizations

American Epilepsy Society, American Academy of Neurology

Leadership Roles

Medical director, Epilepsy Monitoring Unit at United Hospital

Medical Licenses

MN, WI, SD. (Just started process for ND and IA)

Clinic Nurse

Sarah G.