Implementing WHO’s neurology revolution: challenges and opportunities in managing epilepsy

Epilepsy is a chronic non-communicable disease that affects about 50 million people worldwide. According to the World Health Organization, 80% of those affected live in low-middle-income countries, with three-quarters not getting adequate treatment. In addition, those affected face stigma from their community. In this session, experts in the field will discuss the challenges and opportunities of managing epilepsy.

Chair: Professor Gagandeep Singh, MD, AM, FAMS, FRCP (London), FIAN, FICP. Professor & Head, Department of Neurology at Dayanand Medical College, Ludhiana, India. Honorary Associate Professor at UCL, London, UK. Secretary General of Indian Epilepsy Association.

Speaker: Dr Tiwonge Phiri MBBS Neurologist, Queen Elizabeth Central Hospital, Malawi

Learning Objective - Gain insights into practice in different settings through knowledge exchange with fellow participants.