Epilepsy
"An excellent source of accurate and insightful information on the medical aspects of epilepsy. The book provides valuable information which will enable you to work in collaboration with your neurologist and health care team toward the goal of no seizures and no side effects."--Eric R. Hargis, President and CEO, Epilepsy Foundation"Dr. Orrin Devinsky is a deeply knowledgeable, sensitive, and caring physician the sort of doctor we would all like to have. He is also one of the world's foremost experts in seizure disorders, and in this most comprehensive edition of his classic book, he brings a wealth of updated information and experience. Clearly and vividly written, a most valuable resource for anyone affected by epilepsy."--Oliver Sacks, MD, Professor of Clinical Neurology and Clinical Psychiatry, Columbia University, Author of Awakenings and The Man Who Mistook His Wife for a Hat"As a parent of a young child with epilepsy, I recommend this book as a starting point for families living with epilepsy."--Warren Lammert, Chairman and Co-Founder of the Epilepsy Therapy Project and epilepsy.com"This book is comprehensive and up-to-date, and it can be recommended confidently to patients and families."-- Psychiatric Times"Ideal for the patient and family member who wishes to go beyond what is routinely available in patient education brochures. It is difficult to find any other publication that is so inclusive in regard to the variety of issues facing patients and family members with epilepsy."--Medical Science Books.com"People with seizure disorders (and their families) need a source of information that is readable, reliable, and credible. This book is such a source of information and it does an excellent job in fulfilling this role." -- Le Journal Canadien des Sciences Neurologiques (Le Journal Canadien des Sciences Neurologiques2010-05-03)