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Healthy Pregnancy Webinars

Ask an Expert Series

Smartclips Series

Healthy Pregnancy Webinars

This webinar series has been funded from Investing in Queensland Women grant program, Office for Women, Queensland Government.

Managing medications

Listen to A/Prof Lata Vadlamudi discuss the unique challenges and considerations women with epilepsy face when it comes to managing their medications in their pre- to post-partum journey

Minimising seizure risks

Listen to A/Prof Cecilie Lander discuss the importance of monitoring and adjusting medications throughout pregnancy and after birth, labour and seizures, adapting and coping after birth.

Mind, Body and Baby

Listen to neuropscyhologist Dr Chris Randall discuss prioritising mental health and offer practical safety tips and insights for parenting with epilepsy. This session also includes Lily Hayter, a mother with epilepsy discussing her own experiences.

Ask an Expert Series with LivaNova

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Epilepsy, mood and mental health

Listen to Dr Milena Gandy, Clinical Psychologist and Assoc/Prof at Macquarie University. Many thanks to LivaNova for making our Ask an Expert series possible.

Neuromodulation

Listen to Dr Hugh Simpson, Neurologist and Neuroscientist at Alfred Health in the Epilepsy Neuromodulation Clinic. Many thanks to LivaNova for making our Ask an Expert series possible.

Women with Epilepsy

Listen to Dr Michelle Kiley, Director of Epilepsy Services at the Royal Adelaide Hospital, and an expert in adult epilepsy. Many thanks to LivaNova for making our Ask an Expert series possible.

Childhood Development and Epilepsy

Listen to Dr Kate Riney, paediatric Epileptologist speaking about epilepsy in childhood. Many thanks to LivaNova for making our Ask an Expert series possible.

Depression and Epilepsy

Listen to Associate Professor Piero Perucca answering some of your questions about depression and epilepsy. Many thanks to LivaNova for making our Ask an Expert series possible.

Medication Resistant Epilepsy

Listen to Professor Patrick Kwan answering some of your questions about medication resistant epilepsy. Ask an Expert. Many thanks to LivaNova for making our Ask an Expert series possible.

Medication Resistant Epilepsy – Management

Listen to Professor Terry O’Brien answering some of your questions about treatments of medication resistant epilepsy.  Many thanks to LivaNova for making our Ask an Expert series possible.

Surgery for epilepsy

Listen to Neurosurgeon Erica Jacobson answering some of your questions about surgery for epilepsy. Many thanks to LivaNova for making our Ask an Expert series possible.

Hear From the Experts

Epilepsy Action Australia has produced an extensive series of over 30 short informational videos featuring some of Australia’s leading specialists, including:

  • Epileptologist, Dr Andrew Bleasel
  • Neurologist, Dr Dan McLaughlin
  • Neuropsychologist, Dr Laurie Miller
  • Paediatric Neurologist, Dr Kate Riney
  • Clinical Neurologist and Epileptologist, Associate Professor Cecilie Lander
  • Head of the Epilepsy Program, The Royal Melbourne Hospital, Professor Terence John O’Brien.

These esteemed experts discuss a wide range of epilepsy topics of interest and give practical advice on everything from memory issues, diet and sleep, to children’s issues like babysitting and sleepovers.

You can also find these videos and many other Epilepsy Action clips featured on our YouTube channel EpilepsyTV.

Surgery

- Professor Terry O'Brien

Some people have poor seizure control despite trying a number of medications. Surgery is treatment option that is available to manage epilepsy and seizures. Professor Terry O’Brien speaks about who is a suitable candidate for surgery and when it should be considered.

Surgery Video 2

- Dr Andrew Bleasel

Some people have poor seizure control despite trying a number of medications. Surgery is treatment option that is available to manage epilepsy and seizures. Dr Andrew Bleasel speaks about who is a suitable candidate for surgery and when it should be considered.

Choosing a Doctor

- Ass Prof Cecilie Lander

What are the key things you should look for when choosing a doctor GP and neurologist when living with epilepsy

Second Opinions

- Dr Dan McLaughlin

Many people worry that they will upset their treating doctor if they seek a second opinion.

  • How do doctors feel about this
  • How do patients go about seeking a second opinion
  • Does the original doctor get a report on the second opinion or are they left in the dark
  • Why would a doctor recommend a patient seek a second opinion
  • Where is the patient left if the opinion contradicts the first, do you get a third opinion and would this lead to doctor shopping
  • Cautions about doctor shopping

Dental Health

- Dr Andrew Bleasel

It is well known that some of the older antiepileptic medications can affect your dental health and cause gum overgrowth. Dr Andrew Bleasel talks about managing this problem and dental injuries.

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