Know Your Epilepsy 2020

It is important to feel empowered and active in managing your epilepsy. Understanding your diagnosis is critical to having good communication with your medical team and working towards your goal of seizure freedom. Building your epilepsy knowledge ensures you are able to participate in making decisions about the way your seizures are treated and may help you lower risks associated with seizures. Webinar Moderated by Dr. Elaine Kiriakopoulos, director of health communications and engagement for the Epilepsy Foundation, our guest speakers will discuss why it is important to Understand the results of your evaluation and your diagnosis of epilepsy Be able to explain to others what types of seizures you have. Educate the people around you about the best way to respond if you have a seizure Manage your medications and your schedule to ensure you are regular and reliable with your treatments and your medical appointments Implement behavior changes necessary to avoid triggers for your seizures Know when to request referral to an epilepsy specialist at an epilepsy center
Guest Speakers

Alison Pack MD, MPH

Associate Professor of Clinical NeurologyColumbia University Medical Center, New YorkProfessional Advisory Board, Epilepsy Foundation
Alison Kukla MPH
Professional Advisory Board, Epilepsy Foundation of Virginia Leadership Team, Epilepsy Learning Healthcare System.
 This program is supported by NeuroPace, Inc.

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