Summary

Dr. Brenda Banwell is a neurologist who has dedicated 35 years to caring for patients with complex neurological conditions. She earned her medical degree from the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, where she developed a strong foundation in neurological care. Her extensive experience has made her particularly skilled in treating challenging conditions that affect the nervous system. Dr. Banwell is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing her to communicate effectively with diverse patient populations.

Dr. Banwell practices at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. She specializes in treating patients with paralysis and helps families navigate the challenges of speech and language delays. Banwell also has expertise in managing optic neuritis, a condition that affects vision through inflammation of the optic nerve. Her treatment approach includes coordinating speech therapy services and overseeing both home infusion therapy and infusion clinic treatments when patients need specialized medication delivery. Patients have given her an average rating of 3.0 for her care.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3
  • 35 years of experience
  • 23 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • Schulich School Of Medicine & Dentistry
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 3 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Office Location

Dr. Brenda L. Banwell

3401 Civic Center BlvdPhiladelphia, PA 19104

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3.5 
35 Years of Experience 42 Years of Experience 11 Years of Experience 20 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English, Russian Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish
Philadelphia , PAPhiladelphia , PAVoorhees , NJPhiladelphia , PA
Med School: Schulich School Of Medicine & Dentistry Med School: State Univ Of Medicine And Pharmacy Nicolae Testemitanu Fac Of Med Med School: The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University (Providence, RI) Medical School, MD Med School: Pennsylvania State University College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Brenda L. Banwell

  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - HMO
  • AmeriHealth Caritas
  • AmeriHealth Caritas - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EmblemHealth
  • Gateway Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • GEHA
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • Geisinger Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • HealthPartners
  • HealthPartners - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Imagine Health
  • Independence Blue Cross
  • Keystone First
  • Keystone First - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Meritain Health
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UPMC Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Dr. Brenda L. Banwell has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Brenda L. Banwell has the following 3 areas of expertise

  • Child Neurology
  • Neurologist
  • Pediatrics

Certifications, License, & Education

35 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Maryland, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Schulich School Of Medicine & DentistryGraduated in 1991

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Brenda Banwell's office located?
Dr. Brenda Banwell's office is located at 3401 Civic Center Blvd, Philadelphia, PA, 19104.
Does Dr. Brenda Banwell accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Brenda Banwell accepts on their Vitals profile.
Does Dr. Brenda Banwell accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Brenda Banwell has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Which hospitals is Dr. Brenda Banwell affiliated with?
Dr. Brenda Banwell is affiliated with Children's Hospital Of Philadelphia.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Brenda Banwell?
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