Northeast Regional Epilepsy Group http://www.epilepsygroup.com/ Last News en-us Tue, 21 Apr 2026 05:08:23 GMT <![CDATA[ American Epilepsy Society Annual Convention in Denver Colorado]]> http://www.epilepsygroup.com/news_for_patients6-20/for-patients.htm The AES Annual Meeting brings together healthcare providers, scientists, advocates, industry, and other professionals dedicated to better outcomes for people with epilepsy. NEREG and MAESC will be sending our physicians, neuropsychologists, psychologists to represent our newest research endeavors and to learn from the 120+ educational sessions.

https://aesnet.org/

...]]> Tue, 21 Apr 2026 05:04:23 GMT http://www.epilepsygroup.com/news_for_patients6-20/for-patients.htm <![CDATA[ November: Epilepsy Awareness month]]> http://www.epilepsygroup.com/news_for_patients6-20/for-patients.htm Did you know that 1 in 26 people will be diagnosed with epilepsy at some point in their lifetime? Probably a majority of people you mention this to don't know this important statistic. There are many other equally significant facts to share this month

...]]> Tue, 21 Apr 2026 05:04:23 GMT http://www.epilepsygroup.com/news_for_patients6-20/for-patients.htm <![CDATA[ APA 2026 in Washington, DC]]> http://www.epilepsygroup.com/news_for_patients6-19/for-health-care-providers.htm Click here to register

...]]> Tue, 21 Apr 2026 05:04:23 GMT http://www.epilepsygroup.com/news_for_patients6-19/for-health-care-providers.htm <![CDATA[ Seventh Annual Purple Day Expo at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort, Orlando, FL]]> http://www.epilepsygroup.com/news_for_patients6-20/for-patients.htm Please note: The Expo is not inside the Disney Parks and does not require a Disney park ticket to attend.

To register: Seventh Annual Purple Day&reg; Expo | Registration Form - The Anita Kaufmann Foundation

...]]> Tue, 21 Apr 2026 05:04:23 GMT http://www.epilepsygroup.com/news_for_patients6-20/for-patients.htm <![CDATA[ International Epilepsy Day]]> http://www.epilepsygroup.com/news_for_patients6-20/for-patients.htm This is a day for everyone, no matter where you are in the USA or the world, no matter whether it is just you or a whole group of you. We want you to help us celebrate and highlight the difficulties faced by those who live with epilepsy on International Epilepsy Day! Let's speak with one global voice. Remember that PURPLE is the official awareness color of epilepsy--you can wear purple clothes, hair extensions, nail polish, deck your home, car, or office in purple. Swing by our of...]]> Tue, 21 Apr 2026 05:04:23 GMT http://www.epilepsygroup.com/news_for_patients6-20/for-patients.htm <![CDATA[ Webinar offered by the Family Resource Network/Epilepsy Services of NJ]]> http://www.epilepsygroup.com/news_for_patients6-20/for-patients.htm
Webinar offered by the Family Resource Network/Epilepsy Services of NJ

An introduction to psychogenic nonepileptic seizures (AKA functional dissociative seizures)

This webinar will explore what psychogenic nonepileptic seizures (PNES) are, how PNES is diagnosed, the current treatment options that are available to adult and pediatri...]]> Tue, 21 Apr 2026 05:04:23 GMT http://www.epilepsygroup.com/news_for_patients6-20/for-patients.htm <![CDATA[ Epilepsy Book Club ]]> http://www.epilepsygroup.com/news_for_patients6-20/for-patients.htm The book that has been selected for December is Racing Uphill: Confronting a life with epilepsy by Stacia Kalinoski. Special treat: the author, Stacia Kalinoski, may be joining the book club on the day we meet!

This is a synopsis about the book:

The candid, inspiring story of a woman&rsquo;s experience with a chronic, unpredictable neurological condition

When twenty-nine-year-old reporter Sta...]]> Tue, 21 Apr 2026 05:04:23 GMT http://www.epilepsygroup.com/news_for_patients6-20/for-patients.htm <![CDATA[ American Epilepsy Society Annual Meeting]]> http://www.epilepsygroup.com/news_for_patients6-19/for-health-care-providers.htm The AES Annual Meeting brings together healthcare providers, scientists, advocates, industry, and other professionals dedicated to better outcomes for people with epilepsy. NEREG and MAESC will be sending our physicians, neuropsychologists, psychologists to represent our newest research endeavors and to learn from the 120+ educational sessions.

https://aesnet.org/AES-annual-meeting

...]]> Tue, 21 Apr 2026 05:04:23 GMT http://www.epilepsygroup.com/news_for_patients6-19/for-health-care-providers.htm <![CDATA[ Primer Congreso Latinoamericano sobre Trastornos Neurológicos Funcionales ]]> http://www.epilepsygroup.com/news_for_patients6-19/for-health-care-providers.htm November 20 (Thursday) Dr. Lorna Myers will present "Outcome of a randomized controlled treatment trial for patients dually diagnosed with psychogenic nonepileptic seizures (PNES) and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)" (virtual)

...]]> Tue, 21 Apr 2026 05:04:23 GMT http://www.epilepsygroup.com/news_for_patients6-19/for-health-care-providers.htm <![CDATA[ November: Epilepsy Awareness month]]> http://www.epilepsygroup.com/news_for_patients6-20/for-patients.htm Did you know that 1 in 26 people will be diagnosed with epilepsy at some point in their lifetime? Probably a majority of people you mention this to don't know this important statistic. There are many other equally significant facts to share this month.

...]]> Tue, 21 Apr 2026 05:04:23 GMT http://www.epilepsygroup.com/news_for_patients6-20/for-patients.htm <![CDATA[ Walk for the one 2025]]> http://www.epilepsygroup.com/news_for_patients6-20/for-patients.htm The new name stands for 1 out of 26 people will be diagnosed with epilepsy throughout their lifetime. The Northeast Regional Epilepsy Group is a proud Sponsor!

https://www.familyresourcenetwork.org/walk-for-the-one/

...]]> Tue, 21 Apr 2026 05:04:23 GMT http://www.epilepsygroup.com/news_for_patients6-20/for-patients.htm <![CDATA[ University of Buenos Aires, Argentina]]> http://www.epilepsygroup.com/news_for_patients6-19/for-health-care-providers.htm Dr. Lorna Myers will lecture on psychogenic nonepileptic seizures (PNES) and "Outcome of a randomized controlled treatment trial for patients dually diagnosed with psychogenic nonepileptic seizures (PNES) and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)."

...]]> Tue, 21 Apr 2026 05:04:23 GMT http://www.epilepsygroup.com/news_for_patients6-19/for-health-care-providers.htm <![CDATA[ Epilepsy Book Club ]]> http://www.epilepsygroup.com/news_for_patients6-20/for-patients.htm As part of our Wellness Program, NEREG and MAESC hosts an on-line epilepsy and seizure-themed Book Club every 4 months! Everyone in the group reads the book on their own, then &ldquo;meets&rdquo; online to talk about it: impressions, opinions, critiques. Books are selected based on their relevance to epilepsy, such as books that have a fictional or non-fictional character with epilepsy or that is written by a person living with epilepsy. The group will vote on the upcoming b...]]> Tue, 21 Apr 2026 05:04:23 GMT http://www.epilepsygroup.com/news_for_patients6-20/for-patients.htm <![CDATA[ Managing psychogenic nonepileptic seizures (PNES) at school ]]> http://www.epilepsygroup.com/news_for_patients6-19/for-health-care-providers.htm Keynote speaker: Dr. Lorna Myers (Director, PNES Program at the Northeast Regional Epilepsy Group NY and NJ)

Managing psychogenic nonepileptic seizures (PNES) at school

https://lcsnab.com/vosh-2025

...]]> Tue, 21 Apr 2026 05:04:23 GMT http://www.epilepsygroup.com/news_for_patients6-19/for-health-care-providers.htm <![CDATA[ Webinar: Inside Specialized Epilepsy Centers]]> http://www.epilepsygroup.com/news_for_patients6-20/for-patients.htm What makes a Level 3 or 4 Epilepsy Center different and why does it matter? Join Dr. Olga Alexeeva, epileptologist at the Northeast Regional Epilepsy Group, for an in-depth look at the specialized training of epilepsy providers, what families can expect from advanced centers, and how to access important resources.

This session is designed for both families and professionals seeking a clearer understanding of comprehensive epilepsy care.

Dr. Alexeeva is board-certified in...]]> Tue, 21 Apr 2026 05:04:23 GMT http://www.epilepsygroup.com/news_for_patients6-20/for-patients.htm <![CDATA[ Fearcast Podcast]]> http://www.epilepsygroup.com/news_for_patients6-20/for-patients.htm https://fearcastpodcast.com/

...]]> Tue, 21 Apr 2026 05:04:23 GMT http://www.epilepsygroup.com/news_for_patients6-20/for-patients.htm <![CDATA[ Grand rounds (virtual) British Columbia Neuropsychiatry Program]]> http://www.epilepsygroup.com/news_for_patients6-19/for-health-care-providers.htm Dr. Lorna Myers will present: Psychogenic non-epileptic seizures (PNES): From diagnosis to recovery

...]]> Tue, 21 Apr 2026 05:04:23 GMT http://www.epilepsygroup.com/news_for_patients6-19/for-health-care-providers.htm <![CDATA[ Purple Day]]> http://www.epilepsygroup.com/news_for_patients6-20/for-patients.htm Don't forget to send in your pictures of how YOU chose to color March 26 all shades of purple!

...]]> Tue, 21 Apr 2026 05:04:23 GMT http://www.epilepsygroup.com/news_for_patients6-20/for-patients.htm <![CDATA[ 14th Paint the Pony Purple]]> http://www.epilepsygroup.com/news_for_patients6-20/for-patients.htm 14th Paint the Pony Purple: A family friendly concert raising epilepsy awareness (organized by Epilepsy Services of New Jersey)

The Northeast Regional Epilepsy Group is sponsoring this event.

https://www.stoneponyonline.com/events/paint-the-pony-purple-4/

...]]> Tue, 21 Apr 2026 05:04:23 GMT http://www.epilepsygroup.com/news_for_patients6-20/for-patients.htm <![CDATA[ Epilepsy Book Club ]]> http://www.epilepsygroup.com/news_for_patients6-20/for-patients.htm The Epilepsy Book club will be reading "She danced with lightening" by Marc Palmieri this time around.

As part of our Wellness Program, NEREG and MAESC hosts an on-line epilepsy and seizure-themed Book Club every 4 months! Everyone in the group reads the book on their own, then &ldquo;meets&rdquo; online to talk about it: impressions, opinions, critiques. Books are selected based on their relevance to epilepsy, such as ...]]> Tue, 21 Apr 2026 05:04:23 GMT http://www.epilepsygroup.com/news_for_patients6-20/for-patients.htm <![CDATA[ American Epilepsy Society Annual Convention in Denver Colorado]]> http://www.epilepsygroup.com/events-news-epilepsy-new-york-new-jersey-connecticut December 4-8 2026

Denver Colorado

The AES Annual Meeting brings together healthcare providers, scientists, advocates, industry, and other professionals dedicated to better outcomes for people with epilepsy. NEREG and MAESC will be sending our physicians, neuropsychologists, psychologists to represent our newest research endeavors and to learn from the 120+ educational sessions. Tue, 21 Apr 2026 05:04:23 GMT http://www.epilepsygroup.com/events-news-epilepsy-new-york-new-jersey-connecticut <![CDATA[ November: Epilepsy Awareness month]]> http://www.epilepsygroup.com/events-news-epilepsy-new-york-new-jersey-connecticut November: Epilepsy Awareness month:

Let's use all 30 days of November to shine a light on epilepsy and seizures and to educate all who will listen.

Did you know that 1 in 26 people will be diagnosed with epilepsy at some point in their lifetime? Probably a majority of people you mention this to don't know this important statistic. There are many other equally significant facts to share this month.

...]]> Tue, 21 Apr 2026 05:04:23 GMT http://www.epilepsygroup.com/events-news-epilepsy-new-york-new-jersey-connecticut <![CDATA[ APA 2026 in Washington, DC]]> http://www.epilepsygroup.com/events-news-epilepsy-new-york-new-jersey-connecticut August 6-8:

Nonepileptic Seizures&mdash;An Underserved Group: Bridging Science and Practice was accepted by Division 22 - Rehabilitation Psychology for presentation at APA 2026 in Washington, DC. Dr. Lorna Myers, Becky Tilahun, Julia Doss, Marcela Bonafina and Silvia Hammer will be in attendance presenting on this important topic.

March 28th, 2026
Disney&rsquo;s Coronado Springs Resort, Orlando, FL

The Purple Day&reg; Expo is for People living with epilepsy
Parents, caregivers, and family members
Friends and allies who want to support the cause
Healthcare providers and researchers
Educators and community leaders
Advocacy organizations
Anyone interested in learning mor...]]> Tue, 21 Apr 2026 05:04:23 GMT http://www.epilepsygroup.com/events-news-epilepsy-new-york-new-jersey-connecticut <![CDATA[ Epilepsy Alliance America Member Organization Meeeting ]]> http://www.epilepsygroup.com/events-news-epilepsy-new-york-new-jersey-connecticut When: March 24
Where: New Brunswick, NJ

Dr. Lorna Myers will present on psychogenic nonepileptic seizures (PNES) at Epilepsy Alliance America Member Organization Meeeting

...]]> Tue, 21 Apr 2026 05:04:23 GMT http://www.epilepsygroup.com/events-news-epilepsy-new-york-new-jersey-connecticut <![CDATA[ International Epilepsy Day]]> http://www.epilepsygroup.com/events-news-epilepsy-new-york-new-jersey-connecticut February 9, 2026

International Epilepsy Day

This day is a joint initiative of the International Bureau for Epilepsy (IBE) and the International League against Epilepsy (ILAE) celebrated across the globe in the 120 countries in which IBE and ILAE are represented. The International Epilepsy Day is the most prestigious epilepsy event in...]]> Tue, 21 Apr 2026 05:04:23 GMT http://www.epilepsygroup.com/events-news-epilepsy-new-york-new-jersey-connecticut <![CDATA[ Webinar offered by the Family Resource Network/Epilepsy Services of NJ]]> http://www.epilepsygroup.com/events-news-epilepsy-new-york-new-jersey-connecticut When: January 29 12-1PM
Speaker: Lorna Myers, Ph.D.

Webinar offered by the Family Resource Network/Epilepsy Services of NJ

An introduction to psychogenic nonepileptic seizures (AKA functional dissociative seizures)

This webinar will explore what psychogenic nonepil...]]> Tue, 21 Apr 2026 05:04:23 GMT http://www.epilepsygroup.com/events-news-epilepsy-new-york-new-jersey-connecticut <![CDATA[ Epilepsy Book Club ]]> http://www.epilepsygroup.com/events-news-epilepsy-new-york-new-jersey-connecticut December 12, 2025 at 12 noon

As part of our Wellness Program, NEREG and MAESC hosts an on-line epilepsy and seizure-themed Book Club every 4 months! Everyone in the group reads the book on their own, then &ldquo;meets&rdquo; online to talk about it: impressions, opinions, critiques. Books are selected based on their relevance to epilepsy, such as books that have a fictional or non-f...]]> Tue, 21 Apr 2026 05:04:23 GMT http://www.epilepsygroup.com/events-news-epilepsy-new-york-new-jersey-connecticut <![CDATA[ American Epilepsy Society Annual Meeting]]> http://www.epilepsygroup.com/events-news-epilepsy-new-york-new-jersey-connecticut December 5-9, 2025

Atlanta, Georgia

The AES Annual Meeting brings together healthcare providers, scientists, advocates, industry, and other professionals dedicated to better outcomes for people with epilepsy. NEREG and MAESC will be sending our physicians, neuropsychologists, psychologists to represent our newest research endeavors and to learn from the 120+ education...]]> Tue, 21 Apr 2026 05:04:23 GMT http://www.epilepsygroup.com/events-news-epilepsy-new-york-new-jersey-connecticut <![CDATA[ Primer Congreso Latinoamericano sobre Trastornos Neurológicos Funcionales ]]> http://www.epilepsygroup.com/events-news-epilepsy-new-york-new-jersey-connecticut November 20-22, 2025

Primer Congreso Latinoamericano sobre Trastornos Neurol&oacute;gicos Funcionales

Lima Per&uacute; (h&iacute;brido)

November 20 (Thursday) Dr. Lorna Myers will present "Outcome of a randomized controlled treatment trial for patients dually diagnosed with psychogenic nonepileptic seizures (PNES)...]]> Tue, 21 Apr 2026 05:04:23 GMT http://www.epilepsygroup.com/events-news-epilepsy-new-york-new-jersey-connecticut <![CDATA[ November: Epilepsy Awareness month]]> http://www.epilepsygroup.com/events-news-epilepsy-new-york-new-jersey-connecticut November: Epilepsy Awareness month:

Let's use all 30 days of November to shine a light on epilepsy and seizures and to educate all who will listen.

Did you know that 1 in 26 people will be diagnosed with epilepsy at some point in their lifetime? Probably a majority of people you mention this to don't know this important statistic. There are many other equally significant facts to share this month.

...]]> Tue, 21 Apr 2026 05:04:23 GMT http://www.epilepsygroup.com/events-news-epilepsy-new-york-new-jersey-connecticut <![CDATA[ Walk for the one 2025]]> http://www.epilepsygroup.com/events-news-epilepsy-new-york-new-jersey-connecticut October 19, 2025

WALK FOR THE ONE (formerly Glow Walk and Run) will take place in Piscataway, NJ.

The new name stands for 1 out of 26 people will be diagnosed with epilepsy throughout their lifetime. The Northeast Regional Epilepsy Group is a proud Sponsor!

https://ww...]]> Tue, 21 Apr 2026 05:04:23 GMT http://www.epilepsygroup.com/events-news-epilepsy-new-york-new-jersey-connecticut <![CDATA[ Epilepsy Book Club ]]> http://www.epilepsygroup.com/events-news-epilepsy-new-york-new-jersey-connecticut Epilepsy Book Club

September 5, 2025

As part of our Wellness Program, NEREG and MAESC hosts an on-line epilepsy and seizure-themed Book Club every 4 months! Everyone in the group reads the book on their own, then &ldquo;meets&rdquo; online to talk about it: impressions, opinions, critiques. Books are selected based on their relevance to epilepsy, such as books th...]]> Tue, 21 Apr 2026 05:04:23 GMT http://www.epilepsygroup.com/events-news-epilepsy-new-york-new-jersey-connecticut <![CDATA[ Managing psychogenic nonepileptic seizures (PNES) at school ]]> http://www.epilepsygroup.com/events-news-epilepsy-new-york-new-jersey-connecticut August 5, 2025

8AM-3:30PM

Catasauqua High School

Lehigh Valley School Nurses Advisory Board Annual Conference

Keynote speaker: Dr. Lorna Myers (Director, PNES Program at the Northeast Regional Epilepsy Group NY and NJ)

Managing psychogenic nonepilepti...]]> Tue, 21 Apr 2026 05:04:23 GMT http://www.epilepsygroup.com/events-news-epilepsy-new-york-new-jersey-connecticut <![CDATA[ Webinar: Inside Specialized Epilepsy Centers]]> http://www.epilepsygroup.com/events-news-epilepsy-new-york-new-jersey-connecticut Wednesday May 28th, 12 pm

Specialized Epilepsy Centers and Providers: What Patients and Families Should Know

What makes a Level 3 or 4 Epilepsy Center different and why does it matter? Join Dr. Olga Alexeeva, epileptologist at the Northeast Regional Epilepsy Group, for an in-depth look at the specialized training of epilepsy providers, what families can expect from ad...]]> Tue, 21 Apr 2026 05:04:23 GMT http://www.epilepsygroup.com/events-news-epilepsy-new-york-new-jersey-connecticut <![CDATA[ Fearcast Podcast]]> http://www.epilepsygroup.com/events-news-epilepsy-new-york-new-jersey-connecticut May 8, 2025

Dr. Lorna Myers will discuss non-epileptic seizures, current treatments, and her newest book "The Psychogenic Nonepileptic Seizures Pocketbook on the Fearcast podcast hosted by Kevin Foss, MFT

https://fearcastpodcast.com/

...]]> Tue, 21 Apr 2026 05:04:23 GMT http://www.epilepsygroup.com/events-news-epilepsy-new-york-new-jersey-connecticut <![CDATA[ Grand rounds (virtual) British Columbia Neuropsychiatry Program]]> http://www.epilepsygroup.com/events-news-epilepsy-new-york-new-jersey-connecticut May 7

2PM EST

Grand rounds (virtual) British Columbia Neuropsychiatry Program

Dr. Lorna Myers will present: Psychogenic non-epileptic seizures (PNES): From diagnosis to recovery

...]]> Tue, 21 Apr 2026 05:04:23 GMT http://www.epilepsygroup.com/events-news-epilepsy-new-york-new-jersey-connecticut <![CDATA[ Purple Day]]> http://www.epilepsygroup.com/events-news-epilepsy-new-york-new-jersey-connecticut This is PURPLE DAY!

March 26, 2025

Many of you have heard about this global awareness raising day where we can all be as creative as possible with the color purple (official color of epilepsy) as long as we are striving to raise awareness and educate others about this serious and important disorder. Check out the The Great Purple Cupcake Project hosted by the Anita...]]> Tue, 21 Apr 2026 05:04:23 GMT http://www.epilepsygroup.com/events-news-epilepsy-new-york-new-jersey-connecticut <![CDATA[ Epilepsy Book Club ]]> http://www.epilepsygroup.com/events-news-epilepsy-new-york-new-jersey-connecticut Epilepsy Book Club

March 21, 2025

The Epilepsy Book club will be reading "She danced with lightening" by Marc Palmieri this time around.

As part of our Wellness Program, NEREG and MAESC hosts an on-line epilepsy and seizure-themed Book Club every 4 months! Everyone in the group reads the book on...]]> Tue, 21 Apr 2026 05:04:23 GMT http://www.epilepsygroup.com/events-news-epilepsy-new-york-new-jersey-connecticut <![CDATA[ National Epilepsy Walk]]> http://www.epilepsygroup.com/events-news-epilepsy-new-york-new-jersey-connecticut March 15, 2025

1PM

Washington DC (National Mall)

National Epilepsy Walk

This event is more than just a walk - it&rsquo;s an opportunity to come together as a community with families, friends, and advocates in the heart of our nation&rsquo;s capit...]]> Tue, 21 Apr 2026 05:04:23 GMT http://www.epilepsygroup.com/events-news-epilepsy-new-york-new-jersey-connecticut <![CDATA[ International Epilepsy Day]]> http://www.epilepsygroup.com/events-news-epilepsy-new-york-new-jersey-connecticut International Epilepsy Day

February 10, 2025

This day is a joint initiative of the International Bureau for Epilepsy (IBE) and the International League against Epilepsy (ILAE) celebrated across the globe in the 120 of countries in which IBE and ILAE are represented. The International Epilepsy Day is the most prestigious epilepsy event in the world. Let's use this d...]]> Tue, 21 Apr 2026 05:04:23 GMT http://www.epilepsygroup.com/events-news-epilepsy-new-york-new-jersey-connecticut <![CDATA[ Annual American Epilepsy Society Meeting]]> http://www.epilepsygroup.com/events-news-epilepsy-new-york-new-jersey-connecticut December 6-10, 2024

Los Angeles, CA

The AES Annual Meeting brings together healthcare providers, scientists, advocates, industry, and other professionals dedicated to better outcomes for people with epilepsy. NEREG will be sending our physicians, neuropsychologists, psychologists to represent our newest research endeavors and to learn from the 120+ educatio...]]> Tue, 21 Apr 2026 05:04:23 GMT http://www.epilepsygroup.com/events-news-epilepsy-new-york-new-jersey-connecticut <![CDATA[ November: Epilepsy Awareness month]]> http://www.epilepsygroup.com/events-news-epilepsy-new-york-new-jersey-connecticut November: Epilepsy Awareness month:

Let's use all 30 days of November to shine a light on epilepsy and seizures and to educate all who will listen.

Did you know that 1 in 26 people will be diagnosed with epilepsy at some point in their lifetime? Probably a majority of people you mention this to don't know this important statistic. There are many other equally significant facts to share this month.

...]]> Tue, 21 Apr 2026 05:04:23 GMT http://www.epilepsygroup.com/events-news-epilepsy-new-york-new-jersey-connecticut <![CDATA[ Walk for the one (Epilepsy Services of New Jersey)]]> http://www.epilepsygroup.com/events-news-epilepsy-new-york-new-jersey-connecticut October 20

Where: Piscataway, NJ

Time: 9AM

Epilepsy Services of New Jersey&rsquo;s Walk For The One is a family friendly walk, complete with activities and resources to enjoy while helping ESNJ raise the necessary funds to improve the quality of life for those living with epilepsy and to spread awareness.

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 05:04:23 GMT http://www.epilepsygroup.com/events-news-epilepsy-new-york-new-jersey-connecticut <![CDATA[ Epilepsy Book Club ]]> http://www.epilepsygroup.com/events-news-epilepsy-new-york-new-jersey-connecticut October 11

12 NOON

The Epilepsy Book club will be reading "Patient HM: A Story of memory, madness and family secrets" by Luke Dittrich this time around.

As part of our Wellness Program, NEREG and MAESC hosts an on-line epilepsy and seizure-themed Book Club every 4 months! Everyone in the group reads the book on their own, then "meets" online to talk about it: impressi...]]> Tue, 21 Apr 2026 05:04:23 GMT http://www.epilepsygroup.com/events-news-epilepsy-new-york-new-jersey-connecticut <![CDATA[ Walk to end Epilepsy]]> http://www.epilepsygroup.com/events-news-epilepsy-new-york-new-jersey-connecticut September 8

Team Northeast Regional Epilepsy Group marches across the beautiful Walkway Over the Hudson raising epilepsy awareness and funds for the Epilepsy Foundation of NENY.

WHERE: Walkway Over the Hudson

(Meeting Point - Highland Entrance, 87 Haviland Road Highland, NY 12528)

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 05:04:23 GMT http://www.epilepsygroup.com/events-news-epilepsy-new-york-new-jersey-connecticut <![CDATA[ Epilepsy Book Club]]> http://www.epilepsygroup.com/events-news-epilepsy-new-york-new-jersey-connecticut 12 noon

The Epilepsy Book club will be reading "A mind unraveled" by NYT bestselling author Kurt Eichenwald this time around.

As part of our Wellness Program, NEREG and MAESC hosts an on-line epilepsy and seizure-themed Book Club every 4 months! Everyone in the group reads the book on their own, then &ldquo;meets&rdquo; online to talk about it: impressions, opinions, critiqu...]]> Tue, 21 Apr 2026 05:04:23 GMT http://www.epilepsygroup.com/events-news-epilepsy-new-york-new-jersey-connecticut <![CDATA[ Purple Day]]> http://www.epilepsygroup.com/events-news-epilepsy-new-york-new-jersey-connecticut This is PURPLE DAY!

March 26, 2024

Many of you have heard about this global awareness raising day where we can all be as creative as possible with the color purple (official color of epilepsy) as long as we are striving to raise awareness and educate others about this serious and important disorder. Check out the The Great Purple Cupcake Project hosted by the An...]]> Tue, 21 Apr 2026 05:04:23 GMT http://www.epilepsygroup.com/events-news-epilepsy-new-york-new-jersey-connecticut <![CDATA[ International Epilepsy Day]]> http://www.epilepsygroup.com/events-news-epilepsy-new-york-new-jersey-connecticut International Epilepsy Day: Monday

February 12, 2024

This day is a joint initiative of the International Bureau for Epilepsy (IBE) and the International League against Epilepsy (ILAE) celebrated across the globe in the 120 of countries in which IBE and ILAE are represented. The International Epilepsy Day is the most prestigious epilepsy event in the world. Let's use this day to raise awareness about epilepsy!
...]]> Tue, 21 Apr 2026 05:04:23 GMT http://www.epilepsygroup.com/events-news-epilepsy-new-york-new-jersey-connecticut <![CDATA[ Seizure Action Plan Awareness Week (second Monday in February): What is a Seizure Action Plan?]]> http://www.epilepsygroup.com/events-news-epilepsy-new-york-new-jersey-connecticut February 12, 2024

Seizure Action Plan Awareness Week (second Monday in February):

What is a Seizure Action Plan?

A seizure is a medical emergency. A Seizure Action Plan (SAP) contains tailored guidelines on how to respond during a seizure, based on the patient's medical history. It includes health and medical information specific to the patient and helps others recognize s...]]> Tue, 21 Apr 2026 05:04:23 GMT http://www.epilepsygroup.com/events-news-epilepsy-new-york-new-jersey-connecticut <![CDATA[ Epilepsy Book Club ]]> http://www.epilepsygroup.com/events-news-epilepsy-new-york-new-jersey-connecticut January 19

12 noon

Epilepsy Book Club which will focus on "Lying awake" by Mark Salzman this time around.

As part of our Wellness Program, NEREG and MAESC hosts an on-line epilepsy and seizure-themed Book Club every 4 months! Everyone in the group reads the book on their own, then &ldquo;meets&rdquo; o...]]> Tue, 21 Apr 2026 05:04:23 GMT http://www.epilepsygroup.com/events-news-epilepsy-new-york-new-jersey-connecticut <![CDATA[ American Epilepsy Society Meeting]]> http://www.epilepsygroup.com/events-news-epilepsy-new-york-new-jersey-connecticut American Epilepsy Society Meeting

December 1-5, 2023

Where: Orlando, Florida

Event for epilepsy professionals in academia, clinical practice, industry, and advocacy.

This is the most important event for epilepsy professionals where they can be exposed to the most novel education, science, networking, and clinical advances in ep...]]> Tue, 21 Apr 2026 05:04:23 GMT http://www.epilepsygroup.com/events-news-epilepsy-new-york-new-jersey-connecticut <![CDATA[ November: Epilepsy Awareness month]]> http://www.epilepsygroup.com/events-news-epilepsy-new-york-new-jersey-connecticut November: Epilepsy Awareness month:

Let's use all 30 days of November to shine a light on epilepsy and seizures and to educate all who will listen.

Did you know that 1 in 26 people will be diagnosed with epilepsy at some point in their lifetime? Probably a majority of people you mention this to don't know this important statistic. There are many other equally significant facts to share this month.

...]]> Tue, 21 Apr 2026 05:04:23 GMT http://www.epilepsygroup.com/events-news-epilepsy-new-york-new-jersey-connecticut <![CDATA[ Purple Pumpkin Project]]> http://www.epilepsygroup.com/events-news-epilepsy-new-york-new-jersey-connecticut Purple Pumpkin Project

October 31, 2023

Connecticut native was brainstorming one autumn day on how to raise epilepsy awareness. He came up with the awesome idea of painting his pumpkin purple and asking people as they walked by: Ask me why my pumpkin is purple. That opened the conv...]]> Tue, 21 Apr 2026 05:04:23 GMT http://www.epilepsygroup.com/events-news-epilepsy-new-york-new-jersey-connecticut <![CDATA[ Epilepsy Expo and Awareness Day at Disneyland Resort]]> http://www.epilepsygroup.com/events-news-epilepsy-new-york-new-jersey-connecticut October 30-November 1, 2023

Epilepsy Alliance America is a national partner of Epilepsy Expo and Awareness Day at Disneyland Resort &ndash; the largest patient-focused epilepsy event in the world! One of the newest EAA members, Sofie&rsquo;s Journey, founded and manages this truly amazing event.

The two-day expo is completely free to attend and is packed with valuable educati...]]> Tue, 21 Apr 2026 05:04:23 GMT http://www.epilepsygroup.com/events-news-epilepsy-new-york-new-jersey-connecticut <![CDATA[ Walk for the one 2023]]> http://www.epilepsygroup.com/events-news-epilepsy-new-york-new-jersey-connecticut Walk for the one 2023

October 22 from 9:30 - 12 noon

Where: Johnson Park, Grove 4 1030 River Road, Piscataway, NJ 08854

The renamed WALK FOR THE ONE (formerly Glow Walk and Run) will take place in Parsippany, NJ. The new name stands for 1 out of 26 people will be diagnosed with epilepsy throughout...]]> Tue, 21 Apr 2026 05:04:23 GMT http://www.epilepsygroup.com/events-news-epilepsy-new-york-new-jersey-connecticut <![CDATA[ Epilepsy Book Club ]]> http://www.epilepsygroup.com/events-news-epilepsy-new-york-new-jersey-connecticut September 15

12 noon (EST)

Epilepsy Book Club will meet online to go over the new book that was selected: "Grand Mal" by Joshua Holmes.

https://www.amazon.com/Grand-Mal-Novel-Book/dp/1494432811

Email June 20

12 noon

Webinar hosted by Epilepsy Services of New Jersey

Invited speaker Dr. Robert Trobliger (neuropsychologist)

Topic: Neuropsychological Services: What they are and how they can help with home and school.

Children living with epileptic seizures may experience cognitive changes and encou...]]> Tue, 21 Apr 2026 05:04:23 GMT http://www.epilepsygroup.com/events-news-epilepsy-new-york-new-jersey-connecticut <![CDATA[ Epilepsy Book Club ]]> http://www.epilepsygroup.com/events-news-epilepsy-new-york-new-jersey-connecticut May 12

12 noon (EST)

Epilepsy Book Club will meet online to go over the new book that was selected: "A smell of burning" by Colin Grant.

Email dramyers@yahoo.com to join.

...]]> Tue, 21 Apr 2026 05:04:23 GMT http://www.epilepsygroup.com/events-news-epilepsy-new-york-new-jersey-connecticut <![CDATA[ Virtual conference for patients, loved ones and their clinicians]]> http://www.epilepsygroup.com/events-news-epilepsy-new-york-new-jersey-connecticut April 29, 2023

Virtual conference for patients, loved ones and their clinicians

Update on current treatments for Psychogenic non-epileptic seizures (PNES) in adults and children

Cost: free

9:00 - 9:30 Welcome and Program Introduction - Lorna Myers, Ph.D., Northeast Regional Epilepsy...]]> Tue, 21 Apr 2026 05:04:23 GMT http://www.epilepsygroup.com/events-news-epilepsy-new-york-new-jersey-connecticut <![CDATA[ Purple Day]]> http://www.epilepsygroup.com/events-news-epilepsy-new-york-new-jersey-connecticut This is PURPLE DAY!

March 26, 2023

Many of you have heard about this global awareness raising day where we can all be as creative as possible with the color purple (official color of epilepsy) as long as we are striving to raise awareness and educate others about this serious and important disorder. Check out the The Great Purple Cupcake Project hosted by the An...]]> Tue, 21 Apr 2026 05:04:23 GMT http://www.epilepsygroup.com/events-news-epilepsy-new-york-new-jersey-connecticut <![CDATA[ The Epilepsy Services of New Jersey (ESNJ) are hosting the Paint the Pony Purple ESNJ ]]> http://www.epilepsygroup.com/events-news-epilepsy-new-york-new-jersey-connecticut The Epilepsy Services of New Jersey (ESNJ) are hosting the Paint the Pony Purple ESNJ

When: Sunday, 3/26/2023

Where: The Stone Pony 913 Ocean Ave N, Asbury Park, NJ 07712

Join the ESNJ and all their members in this fun musical event that raises epilepsy awareness and much needed funds....]]> Tue, 21 Apr 2026 05:04:23 GMT http://www.epilepsygroup.com/events-news-epilepsy-new-york-new-jersey-connecticut <![CDATA[ A program for memory remediation]]> http://www.epilepsygroup.com/events-news-epilepsy-new-york-new-jersey-connecticut March 1

Dr. Robert Trobliger will be offering a program that provides strategies for addressing memory problems. It takes place over the course of 4 sessions with brief pre-and post testing of cognitive functions. In it, patients will learn tools and strategies in session that can be used in their daily lives.

Contact Sonya Capers at 212-661-7467 to learn more.

...]]> Tue, 21 Apr 2026 05:04:23 GMT http://www.epilepsygroup.com/events-news-epilepsy-new-york-new-jersey-connecticut <![CDATA[ Wellness in Epilepsy Program: Book Club for Northeast Regional Epilepsy Group and Mid-Atlantic Epilepsy and Sleep Center Patients]]> http://www.epilepsygroup.com/events-news-epilepsy-new-york-new-jersey-connecticut When: February 24

Time: 12 noon

As part of our Wellness Program, NEREG and MAESC will be launching an on-line epilepsy and seizure-themed Book Club this fall! The plan is to read a book every three months, then &ldquo;meet&rdquo; online to talk about it: your impressions, opinions, critiques. Books will be selected based on their relevance to epilepsy, such as books th...]]> Tue, 21 Apr 2026 05:04:23 GMT http://www.epilepsygroup.com/events-news-epilepsy-new-york-new-jersey-connecticut <![CDATA[ International Epilepsy Day]]> http://www.epilepsygroup.com/events-news-epilepsy-new-york-new-jersey-connecticut International Epilepsy Day: Monday

This day is a joint initiative of the International Bureau for Epilepsy (IBE) and the International League against Epilepsy (ILAE) celebrated across the globe in the 120 of countries in which IBE and ILAE are represented. The International Epilepsy Day is the most prestigious epilepsy event in the world. Let's use this day to raise awareness about epilepsy!

This is a day for every...]]> Tue, 21 Apr 2026 05:04:23 GMT http://www.epilepsygroup.com/events-news-epilepsy-new-york-new-jersey-connecticut <![CDATA[ AES Annual Meeting]]> http://www.epilepsygroup.com/events-news-epilepsy-new-york-new-jersey-connecticut December 2-6, 2022

Music City Center, Nashville, TN

Event for epilepsy professionals in academia, clinical practice, industry, and advocacy.

This is the most important event for epilepsy professionals where they can be exposed to the most novel education, science, networking, and clinical advances in epilepsy and seizure disorders.

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 05:04:23 GMT http://www.epilepsygroup.com/events-news-epilepsy-new-york-new-jersey-connecticut <![CDATA[ November: Epilepsy Awareness month]]> http://www.epilepsygroup.com/events-news-epilepsy-new-york-new-jersey-connecticut November: Epilepsy Awareness month:

Let's use all 30 days of November to shine a light on epilepsy and seizures and to educate all who will listen.

Did you know that 1 in 26 people will be diagnosed with epilepsy at some point in their lifetime? Probably a majority of people you mention this to don't know this important statistic. There are many other equally significant facts to share this month.

...]]> Tue, 21 Apr 2026 05:04:23 GMT http://www.epilepsygroup.com/events-news-epilepsy-new-york-new-jersey-connecticut <![CDATA[ 9th Annual Trick or Treating Walk Run]]> http://www.epilepsygroup.com/events-news-epilepsy-new-york-new-jersey-connecticut Where: Johnson Park, Piscataway, NJ

When: October 23 (Sunday)

The 9th Annual Walk and Run for Epilepsy (hosted by the Epilepsy Services of New Jersey) is rolling around again this year! Please note that the location is different (not Liberty State Park).

Epilepsy Services of New Jersey is holding its now traditional and very fun Halloween themed 5K walk/...]]> Tue, 21 Apr 2026 05:04:23 GMT http://www.epilepsygroup.com/events-news-epilepsy-new-york-new-jersey-connecticut <![CDATA[ Introductory online chess lessons for persons with epilepsy and seizures]]> http://www.epilepsygroup.com/events-news-epilepsy-new-york-new-jersey-connecticut When: August 9, 16, 23 and 30, 2022

Time: 5 PM (30 minutes)

Introductory online chess lessons for persons with epilepsy and seizures

Chess is a fantastic sport and exercise that requires planning, strategy, and memory. All of these cognitiv...]]> Tue, 21 Apr 2026 05:04:23 GMT http://www.epilepsygroup.com/events-news-epilepsy-new-york-new-jersey-connecticut <![CDATA[ Walk to end Epilepsy in New Jersey (virtual)]]> http://www.epilepsygroup.com/events-news-epilepsy-new-york-new-jersey-connecticut June 4, 2022

Create a team, walk your way, raise funds and awareness.

https://donate.epilepsy.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=donorDrive.event&amp;eventID=969

...]]> Tue, 21 Apr 2026 05:04:23 GMT http://www.epilepsygroup.com/events-news-epilepsy-new-york-new-jersey-connecticut