Quick Study: Women and Epilepsy

Dr. Julien Hébert is a Clinician-Investigator neurologist and epileptologist based at the TWH (University Health Network) and an Assistant Professor at the U of T Department of Medicine. He has a medical degree from McGill, completed residency in Adult Neurology at UofT, Clinical Fellowship in Epilepsy from Columbia University, and a Master of Epidemiology at Sorbonne University. His research interests include autoimmune encephalitis, pregnancy and epilepsy, and neurogenetics.

Dr. Kyle Goldberger is an Epilepsy Specialist and Neurologist, practicing out of Southlake Regional Health Centre, where he serves as Division Head, and at Toronto Western Hospital, as a Clinical Associate. He completed his neurology residency in 2022 at Queen’s U, followed by an Epilepsy/EEG fellowship at the U of T (Toronto Western Hospital). Kyle completed a Graduate Diploma in Business at the Smith School of Business, Queen’s University and is passionate about the application of design and business principles to healthcare.

Keri Tingling is an NP in the Epilepsy Program at Toronto Western Hospital (UHN). She works in an outpatient clinic alongside 5 epileptologists who specialize in women's health and pregnancy, rare genetic syndromes, and addiction. Her research projects include an observational study on the effects of CBD oil in patients with epilepsy, and a music study to empower pregnant women with epilepsy to create custom lullabies for their babies.

Safiya completed a Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy at the University of Toronto in 2009. At present, Safiya practices as a clinical pharmacist at Toronto Western Hospital on the Neurology and Neurosurgery unit and is an active member of the hospital’s Safe Medications Practice Committee. She is a preceptor for UofT pharmacy students, has been involved with research initiatives that have been published and presented at conferences. In her spare time, Safiya enjoys travelling, reading, spending time with friends and family and is a fan of the Toronto Raptors.

Carol holds a master's degree in social work, and is currently a social worker at Toronto Western Hospital - epilepsy program. In her role, she assists persons living with epilepsy and their family through service navigation and mental health support. She has been working with this population for over four (4) years. During this time, she has developed and coordinated an epilepsy education series, to help persons living with epilepsy have a better understanding about their medical condition.

Rosie is a Registered Psychotherapist with a masters degree in counselling psychology. She works at Epilepsy Toronto, providing education, counselling and advocacy for people living with epilepsy and their caregivers. Rosie has clinical experience and training providing cognitive behaviour therapy for mood and neurobehavioural therapy for patients with functional seizures. In her role, she helps patients understand their diagnosis, learn self-management strategies and how to navigate community resources.