- Clinical Research Coordinator
- EEG Technologist
- Epilepsy Fellow
- Epilepsy Navigator
- Epileptologists and Neurosurgeons
- Nursing
- Psychology and Neuropsychology
- Social Worker
Clinical Research Coordinator
- The research coordinator has extensive experience in epilepsy research clinical trials.
- Actively recruits eligible patients from the Epilepsy Monitoring Unit.
- Provides information on research studies to eligible patients, obtains informed consent, and coordinates various study activities.
- Most of the study visits occur on an outpatient basis, but some can occur while in the Epilepsy Monitoring Unit
EEG Technologist
- An electroencephalographic (EEG) technologist is a trained medical professional who uses specialized equipment to locate electrical brain abnormalities
- They work under the supervision of doctors and neurologists
- Assist in the coordination of care by facilitating EEG tests around outpatient appointments and while patients are admitted to the hospital
- Provide testing for routine EEGs, Epilepsy Monitoring Unit (EMU) admissions, inpatient urgent EEG as well as highly specialized intra-operative and invasive EEGs tests in and outside of the OR
Epilepsy Fellow
- A fellow is a neurologist who is getting additional formal training in epilepsy.
- Often the fellow is present during your clinic visit and/or hospital stay. As part of their learning objectives, they actively participate and contribute towards your care.
- They have clinical expertise in epilepsy, from diagnosing to medication management.
Epilepsy Navigator
- Is a member of the Epilepsy Patient Care Team who actively strives to serve as a patient advocate, educator and support person for patients diagnosed with Epilepsy.
- Collaborates with an interdisciplinary team that includes staff from LHSC and our community partners to facilitate a smooth and seamless transition of patients with epilepsy across the healthcare continuum.
- Uses the best evidence available to support patient and/ or family education to promote self-management for optimal health for patients diagnosed with epilepsy.
Krista Doyle is a Registered Nurse who worked in the Epilepsy Monitoring Unit ( EMU ) at London Health Sciences Centre for 27 years before assuming the new role of Epilepsy Navigator in November 2015. She receives all new referrals for admission to the EMU. She will contact you by phone, provide you with information, answer questions and work with you to coordinate a time for admission within the limits of the fluctuating waitlist. She will also contact you about two weeks after discharge to discuss any concerns you may have related to your stay. You should receive her card with the contact number on discharge and you can call her with issues or questions before your first follow-up appointment.
Epileptologists and Neurosurgeons
Epileptologist
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Jorge Burneo, MD, MSPH Research Interests / Specializations: Epilepsy, EEG |
David Diosy, MD, FRCPC Research Interests / Specializations: Epilepsy |
Seyed Mirsattari, MD, PhD, FRCPC Research Interests / Specializations: Epilepsy |
Ana Suller Marti Research Interests / Specializations: Epilepsy & EEG |
Neurosurgeon
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Keith MacDougall, MD, FRCSC Research Interests / Specializations: Neuro-oncology, Chronic Pain Surgery, Epilepsy Surgery, Movement Disorder Surgery, Parkinson's Disease Surgery |
David Steven, MD, MPH, FRCSC, FACS Research Interests / Specializations: Epilepsy Surgery |
Nursing
The nurses in the Epilepsy Monitoring Unit have received specialized training in seizure management and provide a wide range of care for their patients. They work as a member of the interdisciplinary team to coordinate tests, examinations and consultations to ensure the best possible care. As well, they will identify your health needs and advocate for you. The nurses will provide information and education in regards to new diagnosis, seizure medication management and plan of care.
Psychology and Neuropsychology
Clinical Psychology |
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Ph.D., C. Psych. Clinical Psychologist |
Dr. Sarah Vernon-Scott,
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Clinical Neuropsychology |
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C. Psych., Clinical Neuropsychologist |
Dr. Brent Hayman-Abello,
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C Psych., Clinical Neuropsychologist |
Dr. Sue Hayman-Abello,
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C. Psych., Clinical Neuropsychologist |
Dr. Ashley Miles,
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Psychometry |
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Psychometrist |
Ms. Michelle Pogue,
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Social Worker
- The social worker is available to patients and families to provide supportive counselling in the hospital.
- Families may benefit from discussing emotional, housing, financial, transportation, family and other related concerns with a social worker.
- The social worker can assist with information and help the patient connect with community resources and/or available financial programs.
- The social worker is an important member of the care team that helps to bring in the patient’s perspective and understanding into the care team.