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Trenton J. Tollefson, M.D.
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Strong Memorial Hospital
601 Elmwood Avenue, Box 673
Rochester, NY 14642
Clinton Crossings, Building D
4901 Lac De Ville Boulevard, Suite 120
Rochester, NY 14618
About Me
Faculty Appointments
Assistant Professor - Department of Neurology, Epilepsy (SMD)
Credentials
Residency & Fellowship
Fellowship, Epilepsy, University of Rochester Medical Center. 2016 - 2017
Fellowship, Fellow, Strong Memorial Hospital/University of Rochester. 2016 - 2017
Fellowship, Clinical Neurophysiology, University of Rochester Medical Center. 2015 - 2016
Fellowship, Fellow, Strong Memorial Hospital/University of Rochester. 2015 - 2016
Residency, Neurology, University of Rochester Medical Center. 2012 - 2015
Residency, Resident, Strong Memorial Hospital/University of Rochester. 2012 - 2015
Internship, Neurology, University of Rochester Medical Center. 2011 - 2012
Internship, Internal Medicine, Strong Memorial Hospital/University of Rochester. 2011 - 2012
Education
MD | University of Minnesota Medical School. 2011
Awards
Humanism in Medicine Resident Teaching Award. 2014
Developing Vision Screening Skills of Augsburg Fairview Academy (AFA) Students for Use in Underserved Minneapolis Public Schools. 2009
Dean's List. 2003 - 2006
Publications
Journal Articles
Tollefson TJ, Berg MJ
Neurology.. 2018 July 391 (1):29. Epub 05/25/2018.
Garcea FE, Chernoff BL, Diamond B, Lewis W, Sims MH, Tomlinson SB, Teghipco A, Belkhir R, Gannon SB, Erickson S, Smith SO, Stone J, Liu L, Tollefson T, Langfitt J, Marvin E, Pilcher WH, Mahon BZ
Current biology : CB.. 2017 September 1127 (17):2684-2691.e7. Epub 08/24/2017.
Thompson Stone R, Tollefson T, Epstein R, Jozefowicz RF, Mink JW
Neurology.. 2017 June 1388 (24):e236-e239. Epub 1900 01 01.
Books
Neurological Diseases and Pregnancy (2018)
Chapter: Pregnancy and Epilepsy
Authors: Tollefson T, Liu LC
Publisher: Oxford University Press 2018
Ratings & Comments
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Ratings
Care provider's discussion of any proposed treatment (options, risks, benefits, etc.)
Likelihood of recommending this care provider to others
Explanations the care provider gave you about your problem or condition
Care provider's efforts to include you in decisions about your care
Concern the care provider showed for your questions or worries
Patient Comments
Excellent customer service
Feb 20, 2025
Dr. Tollefson was concerned, knowledgeable, and mindful throughout the visit. He listened respectfully to all information provided and was knowledgeable and effective when Identifying next steps for patient planning. One of the best providers we have seen in neurology.
Nov 10, 2024
100% would recommend, Amazing care given ! Won't go anywhere else from now on !
Aug 27, 2024
Dr. Tollefson always listens and explains things well. He does not rush through the appointment.
May 23, 2024
Dr. Tollefson is an EXCELLENT caring physician.
May 06, 2024
Love my dr.
Feb 20, 2024
Took time to listen and explain my situation including medication.
Jan 01, 2024
I was at another neurologist in a different office that spent less than 5 minutes with me. Dr. Tollefson listened to me and spent ample time listening to me.
Sep 25, 2023
Both Dr. Tollefson and his resident were EXCELLENT providers.
Aug 16, 2023
His excellence in communicating and respecting my needs as I expressed them was above average - Excellent.
Jul 06, 2023
Dr was excellent. Listened was helpful. Reviewed my record ahead of time. Was king efficient and assisted with migraines as well.
Jun 17, 2023
Video appointment went very well
Apr 24, 2023
Dr. Tollefson discussed [...] seizures, medications and plans with [...] mother who lives out of town and was on via phone as well as the RN. Dr. Tollefson also appreciated watching [...] in his home environment during Zoom video.
Apr 07, 2023
He was one of the best doctor's I've ever seen. The conversation focused on risks/benefits and not personal opinion, but when asked he was willing to give it. That is how I feel medicine should be. And I never felt rushed and felt very listened to. I am extremely impressed with this doctor.
Dec 21, 2022
Explained my options, and concerns.
Dec 16, 2022
The first provider I have had that takes my potential seizure triggers into consideration.
Aug 24, 2022