• The bumpy road from pediatric to adult epilepsy care: Dr. Danielle Andrade

  • Jul 8 2024
  • Length: 21 mins
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The bumpy road from pediatric to adult epilepsy care: Dr. Danielle Andrade

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  • When a child with epilepsy ages out of pediatric healthcare, the shift to adult epilepsy care can be complex. Planning this transition and coordinating care can prevent gaps that can affect quality of life and possibly lead to health crises.

    A recent survey of people with epilepsy treated inside and outside of academic medical centers found that transition care was lacking. One-fourth of young adults with epilepsy were still followed by their pediatric neurologists and only 4% said they received clear instructions during the transfer of care process. Sharp Waves spoke with the paper’s senior author about the results and their implications.

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