Chapter Name: Taiwan Epilepsy Society
Report By: Chien Chen

Publications:

• Taiwan Epilepsy Guidelines
• Taiwan Electroencephalography Guideline
• Taiwan Pediatric Epilepsy Guideline
• Taiwan Post-stroke Epilepsy Guideline

Summary of Activities:

1. Annual Meeting of the Taiwan Epilepsy Society was held on Aug 15-16, 2020

2. “Introduction to Epilepsy” has been conducted four times in 2020, the course aimed to raise awareness, communication, and education on the theme of epilepsy for school staff and nurses working in the schools, there were more than 1,000 teachers or school nurses in the courses.

3. "EEG Education Courses” with different levels have been held 6 times in 2020, 3 for basic level, and 3 for advanced level.

4. 2020.Nov.1 30th anniversary of the Taiwan Epilepsy Society

5. “Young-Star Epilepsy Training Program” was held once a year. This program was prepared for young investigators in neurology/neurosurgery/ pediatric neurology, especially for those who just passed the Neurology Board Examination. (Nov 29, 2020)

Challenges:

educational program for the public to decrease misunderstanding and stigma

Future Plans:

Active participation in international research to improve epilepsy management

Establishment of more local and international educational activities

Effective communication with government officer (policy-maker) for patient's right to reduce discrimination

Officer Election Date: May 9, 2021