Living with Epilepsy Conference

The Epilepsy Alliance Ohio along with OhioHealth will be hosting the Annual Living with Epilepsy Seminar on Saturday, October 24th. Please join us from 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM at the as we discuss topics that go beyond seizures. People living with epilepsy, their caregivers and friends, along with professionals in the field of neurology are encouraged to attend this series of seminars focusing on the latest treatments and trends in epilepsy. A variety of sessions will be offered by leading professionals in the field, this conference you don't want to miss!

The conference will take place at The OhioHealth David P Blom Administrative Campus, located at 3430 OhioHealth Parkway, Columbus, OH 43202. Registration is $10 for the conference only or $30 for the conference and CEU's. The conference includes a continental breakfast and seminars. If you are unable to pay the registration fee, please call 614-725-1031. Online registration ends 10/23/2026 at 6pm however registration will be available at the door as space allows. Please notify us if you have any special needs such as interpreter services.

Presentations and discussions will focus on quality of life, anti-seizure medications, transition of care, SUDEP, and many more! Our speakers include providers from Nationwide Children's Hospital, The Ohio State University, Nationwide Children's Hospital, and OhioHealth. Please join us as we discuss these important topics and continue to build our community of support and resources. 

Looking for Continuing Education Opportunities?

Social Workers - Ohio Social Work Board Applied for 3 clock hours. Provider # RCS031702 (Not approved for Counselors).

Nurses - Any continuing education activity that has been approved by other licensing boards will be accepted by the Ohio Board of Nursing for all nurses in the State of Ohio. You may use this continuing education to meet your licensure requirements.

Electroneurodianostic Technologists - 3 ASET CEU's pending approval.

Agenda:

8:00 AM - 8:30 AM Registration, Continental Breakfast, and Welcome

8:30 AM - 9:30 AM General Session: "Epilepsy: Then, Now, and Next" 

• Dr. Emily Klatte, OhioHealth

• Dr. Angela Parsons, OhioHealth

• This session will begin the conference with an overview of epilepsy, highlighting diagnostic and treatment methods over the years. They will then shine light on what the future holds with the latest treatment options. This session will be highly enlightening, informative, and interactive. 

9:45 AM - 10:30 AM Concurrent Session 1

• The Influence of Epilepsy on Cognition

  • Dr. Scott Magnunson, OhioHealth

  • Tyler Roman, Speech-Language Pathologist, OhioHealth

  • During this session, we will explore the affect epilepsy can have on memory, attention, language functioning, and cognitive skills in general. How we measure cognitive function and how we improve cognitive functioning. 

• Wellness in the Workplace

  • Diane Jaquish, Esq., Rosenberg & Ball Co. LPA

  • Rose Lynch, Cypress Christian School

  • Kurtis Williams

  • During this session, three people living with epilepsy will share their stories and how they have overcome the challenges that seizures present to achieve success in the workplace.

10:40 AM - 11:25 AM Concurrent Session 2

• Women and Epilepsy: Practical Answers to Common Questions

  • Dr. Sarita Maturu, DO, OSU Wexner Medical Center

  • This session will focus on discussing birth control option and pre-conception planning, managing pregnancy while taking anti-seizure medications, and discussing how hormones affect seizures. 

• Epilepsy Wellness in Adolescents: SUDEP and Transition of Care

  • Dr. Jamie Twanow, Nationwide Children's Hospital

  • Transition and transfer to your adult doctor is both an exciting and risky time for young adults with epilepsy. This seminar will discuss the importance of transition preparation during the transfer process, discuss SUDEP risks and safety interventions, and understand why there are additional risks during the transition period for young adults with epilepsy. 

11:30 AM - 12:00 PM Q&A Panel - Open Floor

• Dr. Emily Klatte, OhioHealth

• Dr. Sarita Maturu, The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center

• Dr. Jamie Twanow, Nationwide Children's Hospital