Epilepsy is a complex neurological disorder characterized by recurrent seizures that can significantly impact a person’s daily life and well-being. Diagnosing and managing epilepsy requires specialized knowledge, as seizures vary widely in type and severity. Neuroepilepsy experts are neurologists with advanced training focused on this disorder. They use detailed patient histories, advanced EEG monitoring, and neuroimaging techniques to pinpoint the type of epilepsy and identify its underlying causes. This thorough approach enables them to tailor treatments that may include medication, dietary therapies, or surgical options to help control seizures and improve quality of life.
Neuroepilepsy experts play a crucial role in managing patients whose seizures are difficult to control with standard treatments. These specialists often work within multidisciplinary teams, collaborating with neurosurgeons, neuropsychologists, and rehabilitation therapists to provide comprehensive care. Innovations in diagnostics and therapies, such as responsive neurostimulation and precision medicine, have expanded their ability to help patients achieve better seizure control. Beyond clinical care, neuroepilepsy experts also contribute to research, advancing understanding of epilepsy and developing new treatment strategies. Their expertise is vital in supporting patients and families affected by epilepsy, offering hope through improved management and the pursuit of seizure freedom. Ongoing education and advocacy by these specialists continue to reduce stigma and improve resources for those living with epilepsy.
Title : Managing healthcare transformation towards personalized, preventive, predictive, participative precision medicine ecosystems
Bernd Blobel, University of Regensburg, Germany
Title : Narrative medicine: A communication therapy for the communication disorder of Functional Seizures (FS) [also known as Psychogenic Non-Epileptic Seizures (PNES)]
Robert B Slocum, University of Kentucky HealthCare, United States
Title : Atypical presentation of Juvenile myoclonic epilepsy in a 16-year-old female: A Case Report
George Diaz, Memorial Healthcare Systems, United States
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Thomas J Webster, Brown University, United States
Title : Transcranial painless neurorehabilitation scalp acupuncture electrical stimulation for neuroregulation of autism spectrum disorder
Zhenhuan Liu, Guangzhou University Chinese Medicine, China
Title : Effects of prenatal androgen exposure on Purkinje cell morphology in the cerebellum of female rats
Kiran Ghotra, Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine, United States