Understanding the Epilepsy Surgery Journey - Dr. Ricardo Morcos

Around 20–30% of people with an epilepsy don’t respond well to anti-seizure medications - so what happens next? Dr. Ricardo Morcos (UCLH) joins host Torie Robinson to explain the epilepsy surgery journey: how people are assessed, what tests are involved, and how teams make decisions together.

We discuss:

• The “tube map”(!) that helps explain this complex process

• Why surgery isn’t talked about enough

• Common myths & fears

• What to expect from surgery & recovery

• How neuromodulation, new medications & trials also fit in

This empowering conversation is for anyone affected by the epilepsies - patients, carers, and clinicians alike! Check out: 

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