Dr. Lucretia Long
About Lucretia
Lucretia received her BSN, MSN, and Nurse Practitioner Certification from The Ohio State University and her Doctorate in Nursing Practice from Duke University. She has over 25 years of experience and was promoted to Clinical Associate Professor of Neurology at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center's College of Medicine.
She actively served on a variety of committees for the American Academy of Neurology, the American Epilepsy Society and the International League Against Epilepsy, is well published, and is an invited peer reviewer for nursing and medical journals.
Lucretia has a passion for APP mentorship and served as an active member on the task force to reduce morbidity and mortality in patients with epilepsy.
She is a faculty member for the prestigious Penry Epilepsy APP Fellowship Program and is a two-time recipient of the “Women in Medicine and Science Award.”
Lucretia is a board-certified nurse practitioner who specialises in caring for people with an epilepsy. She commonly treats complex epilepsy syndromes and manages people with implanted devices such as the vagus nerve stimulator (VNS). She is especially passionate about helping expectant mothers with epilepsy have safe and healthy pregnancies.
Lucretia finds it an honor and a privilege to care for people and families with epilepsy, which can be an extraordinarily complex disease. This specialty requires careful consideration of appropriate medical management, and incorporating interventions associated with related psychosocial issues. She is highly motivated to help enhance each person’s quality of life, and everyone who comes to see her can trust that they will receive customised care tailored to their unique needs.
Lucretia was the first specialised outpatient neurology nurse practitioner at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center and she is proud to serve as the lead outpatient neurology advanced practice provider (APP). Her role includes individualising training opportunities, mentoring fellow colleagues and ensuring that thier APPs are working at the top of their license. This approach ensures that they maintain excellent standards and the highest quality of patient care.
In addition to her clinical responsibilities, she is involved with clinical research projects focused on improving the lives of people with an epilepsy. She has published peer-reviewed nursing and medical articles, serves as a reviewer for related journals, and has received awards for her efforts. She has also shared her research at multiple national meetings and at the International League Against Epilepsy Congress.
Lucretia’s role includes precepting and mentoring nursing, pharmacy and medical students, and in addition, she is involved in international initiatives and serves as the USA Lead Contact for the North America Section of the International League Against Epilepsy.
Episode
Beyond Seizures - Improving Quality of Life in Epilepsy Care - Dr. Lucretia Long
16 Apr 2026
In this episode we discuss:
defining meaningful outcomes beyond seizure control
aligning treatment with patient priorities
managing mood, cognition, and medication side effects
practical strategies to improve day-to-day wellbeing
Hear how and why to look beyond seizure control! 👇
🎬 YouTube 🎧 Podcast 📄 Transcript
Areas of focus
Quality of life
Acute Seizure Action Plans
Women’s health
SUDEP disclosure