Advancing Care and Treatment in Pediatric Epilepsy

The EpiKIDS Neuro Center of the H.U.B. invites you to its Pediatric Neurology Seminar.

Keynote Speakers:

Professor Cecil Hahn, pediatric neurologist at The Hospital for Sick Children in Toronto, is an internationally renowned expert in pediatric epilepsy, neonatal neurology, and neuromonitoring. He is particularly recognized for his pioneering work in the advanced use of continuous EEG monitoring for the early detection and management of seizures in intensive care settings.

Professor Christian Korff is widely recognized for his significant contributions to the field of pediatric epilepsy, particularly regarding the role of genetics in childhood epilepsies. He has led numerous research projects and collaborated on national and international studies in these areas.

Morning Session : Optimize

8:30 coffee

09:00 – 09:05
Welcome & Opening Remarks
Pr Alec Aeby
Head of Pediatric Neurology, H.U.B

09:05 – 09:30
Epilepsy Surgery and Cognitive Outcomes
Dr. Claudine Sculier
Pediatric Epileptologist, H.U.B

09:30 – 09:55
Longitudinal Cognitive Assessment: Relevance and Challenges
Dr. Simon Baijot
Head of Pediatric Neuropsychology and Speech Therapy, H.U.B

09:55 – 10:20
Managing Behavioral Difficulties in Children with Epilepsy
Sophie Carlier
Psychologist Specialized in Pediatric Epilepsy, H.U.B

10:20 – 10:40
Q&A Session

10:40 – 11:00
Coffee Break

Late Morning Session : Innovate

11:00 – 11:25
Personalizing Drug Treatment Based on Genetic Testing
Pr. Christian Korff
Head of Pediatric Neurology, Hôpitaux Universitaires de Genève (HUG)

11:25 – 11:50
Minimally Invasive Surgery in Pediatric Epilepsy
Dr. Sophie Schuind
Neurosurgeon

11:50 – 12:20
Causes and Consequences of Seizures in Critically Ill Neonates and Children
Pr. Cecil Hahn
Director of the Critical Care EEG Monitoring Program, Hospital for Sick Children, Toronto (Canada)

12:20 – 12:40
Q&A & Closing Remarks

12:40 – 13:30
Farewell Lunch

Info: wayllaceriguera [at] hubruxelles [dot] be (wayllaceriguera[at]hubruxelles[dot]be) 

Registration Form 

Venue: P.P. Lambert Auditorium
Place Arthur Van Gehuchten 4, 1020 Brussels.