Nora Jandhyala

Drs. Jacqueline French and Nora Jandhyala discuss challenges in identifying non-motor seizures in adolescents with focal epilepsy, highlighting missed diagnostic opportunities and the importance of early intervention. They explore risks of missed diagnoses, injuries, and lack of specialist referrals, emphasizing the need for improved emergency department protocols. The significance of non-motor symptoms in first-time seizures is also emphasized, advocating for timely diagnosis and management to prevent tragic consequences.