Presented by Empowering Epilepsy

SUDEP Action Day Talk 2026

About This Event

What is Sudden Unexpected Death in Epilepsy?

Join Empowering Epilepsy on Thursday, October 15, 2026 to learn more about SUDEP:

  • Who is at risk?

  • What causes SUDEP?

  • What proactive steps can you take to reduce your or your family members' risk?

SUDEP Action Day Talk
2026 Agenda

5:45 - 6:15 PM EDT - Registration and light dinner for those attending in person

6:15 - 6:30 PM EDT - Welcome and introduction by Leigh Goldie, M.Ed. 

6:30 - 6:45 PM EDT - Losing someone to SUDEP

6:45 - 7:20 PM EDT - Stephen Hantus, MD - All About SUDEP

7:20 - 8:00 PM EDT - 2nd Speaker

8:00 - 8:30 PM EDT - Panel Q & A with Dr. Hantus 

This event takes place both in person and virtually via Zoom.

About This Event

What is Sudden Unexpected Death in Epilepsy?

Join Empowering Epilepsy on Thursday, October 15, 2026 to learn more about SUDEP:

  • Who is at risk?

  • What causes SUDEP?

  • What proactive steps can you take to reduce your or your family members' risk?

SUDEP Action Day Talk
2026 Agenda

5:45 - 6:15 PM EDT - Registration and light dinner for those attending in person

6:15 - 6:30 PM EDT - Welcome and introduction by Leigh Goldie, M.Ed. 

6:30 - 6:45 PM EDT - Losing someone to SUDEP

6:45 - 7:20 PM EDT - Stephen Hantus, MD - All About SUDEP

7:20 - 8:00 PM EDT - 2nd Speaker

8:00 - 8:30 PM EDT - Panel Q & A with Dr. Hantus 

This event takes place both in person and virtually via Zoom.

Getting There

Empowering Epilepsy Headquarters
23500 Mercantile Road, Suite D
Beachwood, 44122
United States