Recorded October 17, 2024
After a sudden death due to epilepsy, individuals are often left with many unanswered questions. During this webinar, speakers discussed the death investigation process and provided information on autopsies and brain banking after a death. Viewers learned about genetic testing and the recommendations from the Sudden Death in the Young Registry. Speakers also shared resources about bereavement services.
Join PAME and our moderator Alison Kukla for a conversation about what to do after a death due to epilepsy. Our three guest speakers were Edana Perry, a mom who will share her personal story of loss and turning her grief into action, Dr. Daniel Atherton a medical examiner who will share his experience with the death investigation process, and Heather MacLeod, a genetic researcher who will share her expertise on genetic testing and the Sudden Death in the Young Registry. This webinar was generously sponsored by LivaNova.