Understanding Epilepsy: Urban Myths & Medical Facts

Program Type:

Community Partnership, Health & Wellness, Lecture

Age Group:

Adults
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Event Details

This lecture examines common myths and misconceptions surrounding epilepsy and seizure disorders, highlighting how these conditions are frequently misunderstood by the general public. It contrasts popular beliefs and stereotypes with accurate medical definitions and current clinical understanding of epilepsy.

The presentation clarifies what epilepsy is—and what it is not—including the distinction between epilepsy and isolated seizures, the various types of seizures, and the diagnostic process. It also addresses commonly misused or outdated terminology, emphasizing the importance of precise language in reducing stigma and improving communication.

In addition, the lecture offers practical guidance on appropriate first-aid responses when witnessing a seizure, outlining both recommended actions and common mistakes to avoid. Real-life video examples are used to illustrate different seizure presentations and reinforce correct responses.

Overall, the session aims to enhance awareness, promote evidence-based knowledge, and reduce fear and misinformation associated with epilepsy and seizures.

Dr. Enrique Feoli is the Director of the Comprehensive Epilepsy Center at Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center in Livingston, New Jersey, a position he has held since 2024. He has been a member of the Northeast Regional Epilepsy Group since 2010.

He earned his MD degree from the National University of Córdoba in 1993 and completed his Internal Medicine residency at Hospital Italiano in Córdoba, Argentina. He subsequently completed a Neurology residency at New York University Medical Center in 2001, followed by a fellowship in Neurophysiology in 2002 at the same institution. In 2003, he completed an Epilepsy Surgery Fellowship at Weill Cornell Presbyterian Medical Center.

From 2003 to 2009, Dr. Feoli practiced neurology in Maine, where he served as Director of the Neurophysiology Laboratory at Eastern Maine Medical Center in Bangor. He is board certified in Neurology, Clinical Neurophysiology, and Epilepsy.

This community health presentation is in partnership with Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center of Livingston and is open to all with registration.