Workshop on Women with Epilepsy
in Reproductive Years - Multan
July 11, 2025
As part of an ongoing series focused on addressing the unique challenges faced by women with epilepsy and promoting interdisciplinary collaboration, a dedicated workshop was held in Multan. The event was well attended by both gynaecologists and neurologists, reflecting a shared commitment to enhancing care for this vulnerable population.
Enhancing Competent Epilepsy Care
Workshop for Psychiatrists – Multan
July 10, 2025
In recognition of the importance of expanding the number of skilled epilepsy care providers, psychiatrists in Multan participated in a comprehensive workshop on the diagnosis and management of epilepsy. Faculty and students from the Department of Psychiatry at Nishtar Medical College also attended. The interactive video session was highly appreciated for enhancing understanding and accurate diagnosis of different seizure types. These workshops are planned to continue nationwide as part of a broader initiative to strengthen epilepsy care across the country.
Workshop on Management of Women with Epilepsy
in Reproductive Years
at Dept. of Gynaecology and Obstetrics, JPMC
22nd November 2024
Recognizing the importance of addressing the unique challenges faced by women with epilepsy and fostering interdisciplinary collaboration, Prof. Haleema Yasmin, Head of the Department of Gynaecology and Obstetrics at JPMC, organized a dedicated workshop on this critical subject. The event was well- attended by both gynaecologists and neurologists, reflecting a shared commitment to improving care for this vulnerable population. The workshop underscored the pressing need to conduct similar initiatives across the country to enhance the management of women with epilepsy and implement risk mitigation strategies aimed at optimizing both maternal and fetal outcomes.
Diagnosing Epilepsy Workshop
at Fazaia Ruth Pfau Medical College
April 23, 2024
National Epilepsy Centre continues its commitment towards educational support in epilepsy care. A workshop on Diagnosing Epilepsy: Bridging Knowledge from Classroom to Clinic was conducted at Fazaia Ruth Pfau Medical College. It was a productive interactive teaching endeavour with enthusiastic medical students and some postgraduates.
Edhi Memorial Epilepsy in Neurology Clinics Workshop
28th PSN Conference - Islamabad
March 11-13, 2022
Epilepsy in Neurology Clinics workshop was conducted by National Epilepsy Centre doctors at the 28th PSN Neuro-Con. The three hours long interactive session kept the participant engaged and receptive.
Edhi Memorial Epilepsy & EEG Teaching Workshop for Afghan Neuroscience Specialists – Karachi
January 14 & 15, 2018
A special epilepsy teaching course under Edhi Memorial Lecture Series was developed for specialist of neurosciences from Afghanistan. Didactic lectures on day 1 were followed on day 2 with hands on experience in patient evaluation and basic technical aspects and interpretation of electroencephalography (EEG) at National Epilepsy Centre.
Edhi Memorial Workshop for JSMU Students
– Karachi
February 18, 2017
Lecture on epilepsy diagnosis and management for Final Year students at Jinnah Sindh Medical University (JSMU), the future health providers, was held as part of Edhi Memorial Lecture Series. About 250 students attended the lecture. Various topics were covered about epilepsy; presentation, cause, diagnosis treatment and management.
Edhi Memorial Lecture on ILAE Classification of Seizures and Epilepsies by Prof. Sameer M Zuberi
March 30, 2017
A lecture on 2017 ILAE Classification of Seizures and the Epilepsies was held in collaboration with Epilepsy Association of Pakistan. Prof. Sameer M. Zuberi, Chair, ILAE Commission on Classification & Terminology 2013-17, Consultant Paediatric Neurologist & Honorary Professor, Royal Hospital for Children, Glasgow UK gave an elaborate talk which was followed by Q&A by the enthusiastic participants.
Edhi Memorial Lecture for Family Physicians at
Essa Laboratory & Diagnostic Centre
October 21, 2017
As part of Edhi Memorial Lecture Series a continued medical education (CME) on diagnosis and management of epilepsy for family physicians was held in collaboration with Essa Laboratory and Diagnostic centre. This was the 524th CME, being organized by Essa centre over several years. About 60 family physicians and some medical internists attended.
