SUDEP
Friday, October 23, 2020 / Dr. Rup Sainju
Research suggests that respiratory dysfunction following generalized convulsive seizures is an important cause of Sudden Unexpected Death in Epilepsy (SUDEP).
Rare Epilepsies
Wednesday, September 9, 2020 / Dr. Joseph Sullivan
Learn why doctors explored fenfluramine as a possible therapeutic option for epilepsy, and why it is a safe and effective treatment for epilepsy in children with Dravet, as well as the potential side effects caregivers should know.
Tuesday, April 28, 2020 / Dr. Jamie Capal
It is estimated that over 30% of people with epilepsy also meet the diagnostic criteria for autism. Hear leading theories on the interconnection between autism and epilepsy and why so many children with autism develop epilepsy.
Tech/AI
Monday, February 10, 2020 / Dr. David Burdette
How have epilepsy patients benefited from advances in EEG technology and what is the role of the EEG and other neuroimaging tools in the future of epilepsy diagnosis and seizure localization?
Tuesday, September 10, 2019 / Dr. Nathan Fountain
Rescue medications provide immediate relief and help prevent the need for emergency care. While existing therapies do stop these epilepsy emergencies in many patients, some are still searching for an option that works for them.
Tuesday, August 13, 2019 / Dr. Kamil Detyniecki
When a seizure becomes an emergency, rescue medications provide immediate relief and help prevent the need for emergency care.
Tech/AI
Wednesday, July 10, 2019 / Dr. Kate Davis
For some people with uncontrolled seizures, epilepsy surgery is an effective and important option to consider. This webinar will help patients and caregivers approach this difficult and sometimes confusing conversation with their doctors.
Ketogenic Diet
Thursday, June 13, 2019 / Dr. Jong Rho, Dr. Eric Kossoff
Dr. Jong Rho speaks to the science backing the use of dietary therapies to control seizures and Dr. Eric Kosoff discusses how doctors determine which patients to recommend these therapies for, as well as how patients can work with their doctors to navigate these options.
Pediatric Epilepsy
Thursday, April 25, 2019 / Dr. Joseph Sirven
Transitioning from pediatric to adult care is a major milestone for individuals with epilepsy and their families. Unfortunately, this process can be delayed due to the multitude of health and comorbid conditions that can accompany epilepsy, as well as the personal bond between the family and their pediatric care team.
