NSGR - Demystifying SUDEP: What We Know, What We Don’t, and How We Talk About Risk - Winter Tate, DO

NSGR - Demystifying SUDEP: What We Know, What We Don’t, and How We Talk About Risk

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Winter Tate, DO

At the end of this presentation, participants should be able to:

Describe the epidemiology, risk factors, and proposed mechanisms of sudden unexpected death in epilepsy (SUDEP).
Identify evidence-based strategies to reduce SUDEP risk in children and adolescents with epilepsy.
Apply practical approaches to discussing SUDEP risk and prevention with patients and families.

About the presenter:

Winter Tate, DO
Child Neurology Resident - PGY-4
Barrow Neurological Institute at Phoenix Children's

Winter Tate, DO, is a PGY-4 resident in child neurology at Barrow Neurological Institute at Phoenix Children’s Hospital. Originally from South Texas, she attended Texas A&M University for her undergraduate education before earning her medical degree from Burrell College of Osteopathic Medicine at New Mexico State University.

During her training, Dr. Tate developed a strong interest in pediatric epilepsy, particularly caring for children with complex and treatment-resistant epilepsy. This interest has inspired her to pursue a career in pediatric epileptology. Following her residency, she plans to complete fellowship training in pediatric epileptology.