Epilepsy Sparks Insights
By Torie Robinson
Led by Torie Robinson, ”Epilepsy Sparks Insights” is an educational podcast to spark interest in and bridge the gap between epilepsy patients, clinicians, scientists, geneticists – and the world.
Follow on Twitter: @TorieRobinson10 & @EpilepsySparks. Visit www.torierobinson.com & www.epilepsysparks.com.
**NOT FOR CLINICAL OR PATIENT DECISION MAKING**
Follow on Twitter: @TorieRobinson10 & @EpilepsySparks. Visit www.torierobinson.com & www.epilepsysparks.com.
**NOT FOR CLINICAL OR PATIENT DECISION MAKING**
Latest episode
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Cenobamate: Benefits & Risks - Ricardo Morcos
As well as preventing up to 100% of seizures in 20% of those with refractory focal epilepsy, Cenobamate may also (indirectly), positively impact mental health, cognitive function and reduce seizure propagation. Ricardo Morcos shares information on th… -
Cenobamate: A Game Changer For Epilepsy? - Ricardo Mocos
As well as preventing up to 100% of seizures in 20% of those with refractory focal epilepsy, Cenobamate may also (indirectly), positively impact mental health, cognitive function and reduce seizure propagation. Ricardo Morcos shares information on th… -
World Brain Day 2024: Brain Health & Prevention - Tissa Wijeratne
For the 11th World Brain Day, hear from co-chair and lead neurologist Tissa Wijeratne, who explains how so many of the brain disorders in nearly 4 billion people can be prevented, and how you can help this happen! Links to the free World Brain Day we… -
Epilepsy Surgery, Neuroplasticity, & Memory - Jon Kleen
People forget to bring up memory issues with their neurologist…because of their memory issues! Discover the potentials and limitations of neurosurgery and neuroplasticity with epileptologist Jon Kleen from UCSF medical Center. ----------------------… -
Cognitive Impairments In Epilepsy - Jon Kleen
Learn all about how people can have memory and other cognitive struggles as part of their epilepsy - in part 1 of 2 with epileptologist Jon Kleen from the UCSF Medical Center, USA! Jon speaks about his career focus, types of cognitive impairments, im… -
Our Need To Manage Stress - Neil Shah
Stress and anxiety levels are incredibly high amongst the population of those with an epilepsy and are commonly seizure triggers. Neil Shah of the Stress Management Society speaks of stress in today's society, the importance of recognising and addres… -
Neurologists Recognising & Addressing Symptoms Other Than Seizures - Claude Steriade
Learn of when an Autoimmune-Associated Epilepsy can onset, potential causes, and the needs of people affected - other than seizure control! All in part 2 of 2 with epileptologist Claude Steriade from NYU Langone Health Epilepsy Center. -----------… -
Understanding & Treating Autoimmune-Associated Epilepsy - Claude Steriade, NYU Langone Health, USA
Hear about Autoimmune-Associated Epilepsy and the intersection between epilepsy and immunology - in part 1 of 2 with epileptologist Claude Steriade from NYU Langone Health Epilepsy Center! Claude explains the causes, mechanisms, and impacts of Autoim… -
Huge Advances In EEG Monitoring & Analysis - Mark Cook, Australia
Mark Cook and Torie discuss the significant improvements in epilepsy treatments over the past few decades - thanks to technologies like MRI and genetics. Mark also explores the issue of overreporting and underreporting of seizures by patients and the… -
Exploring The Links Between Sleep & Epilepsy: CASTLE - Deb Pal & Paul Gringras, UK
Deb Pal and Paul Gringras discuss their research on the links between sleep and seizures in epilepsy; sharing their work on the CASTLE project, which aims to improve sleep and Quality of Life for children, young people, and families affected. They di…