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Focal Epilepsy Onset Later In Life - With Origins In Childhood - Dr. Jacob Pellinen, UCHealth, CO, USA Neurologist & epileptologist Dr. Jacob Pellinen discusses evidence that later-onset focal epilepsy may have earlier roots than

Torie Robinson 28/05/2026 Torie Robinson 28/05/2026

Dr. Jacob Pellinen discusses the Human Epilepsy Project, subtle focal seizures, delayed epilepsy diagnosis, learning difficulties, brain volume changes, and why epilepsy symptoms may begin years before recognised seizure onset.

When Epilepsy Medication Fails: Where Neuromodulation Fits - Prof. John Duncan, National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery, UK What happens when epilepsy medication doesn’t work, and how are the next steps decided? Prof. John

Torie Robinson 02/04/2026 Torie Robinson 02/04/2026

What happens when epilepsy medication doesn’t work? Prof. John Duncan explains how treatment moves beyond medication, including surgery and neuromodulation, and why decisions must balance seizure control, risk, and quality of life.

Implantable EEG and Long-Term Seizure Monitoring - Prof. Norman Delanty, Beaumont Hospital & RCSI, Ireland Routine EEG provides a brief snapshot of brain activity and may not capture seizures or epileptiform activity. In this epi

Torie Robinson 22/01/2026 Torie Robinson 22/01/2026

Why routine EEGs often miss seizures – and how long-term and subcutaneous EEG monitoring can change clinical understanding of seizure burden, treatment decisions, and diagnostic certainty.

Can We Transform Global Epilepsy Care? - Prof. Nicola Speccio, Bambino Gesù Children's Hospital, Italy Did you know that delayed diagnosis and unequal access to modern treatments affect people with the epilepsies worldwide? Today we

Torie Robinson 27/11/2025 Torie Robinson 27/11/2025

Prof. Nicola Specchio explores global challenges in caring for people with the epilepsies, from delayed diagnosis & inequitable access to the advances in precision medicine transforming outcomes.