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29th Annual Pediatric Epilepsy Symposium

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29th Annual Pediatric Epilepsy Symposium

Location

The Inn at Biltmore
1 Antler Hill Rd
Asheville, NC 28803

Dates & Times

Feb 20, 2026 1:00 PM – Feb 21, 2026 1:00 PM

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This symposium, now in its 29th year, is a result of requests to the Epilepsy Information Service by pediatric neurologists in the state to develop an educational program to update pediatric neurologists on new information relevant to the treatment of children with epilepsy.

This program is designed for doctors, nurses, and other health care professionals on the front lines of care to those with epilepsy with the overall goal of improving the care of epilepsy.

Jointly Provided by

MAHEC and Epilepsy Alliance of NC

Audience

Neurologists, Physicians, Pediatric Nurse Practitioners, Physician Assistants, and other interested healthcare professionals

Objectives

check Utilize recent data supporting presymptomatic treatment in Sturge Weber Syndrome allenge for diagnosis and treatment
check Discuss most recent advances in the treatment of Rett Syndrome
check Present and discuss a trailer of a new movie developed to increase epilepsy awareness
check Differentiate between a seizure alert dog, therapy dog, and emotional support dog
check Provide an overview of intellectual disability disorder, including the recommended timeline and key components of a successful transition from pediatric to adult care
check Identify mechanisms and limitations of new methods of neurostimulation in the management of pediatric epilepsy
check Present a case that teaches how to challenge insurance companies when claims are rejected for a needed treatment of a rare disorder
check Clarify and discuss the new CPT codes for epilepsy
check Update information on bone health and antiepilepsy medications
check Present a case for group discussion that creates a challenge for diagnosis and treatment

Fees

Cancellation Policy

Early Registration Fee

$300.00

Applies 1/20/26–2/13/26

Early Registration Fee - Nurses, Students, and Residents

$200.00

Applies 1/20/26–2/13/26

Registration Fee

$315.00

Applies 2/14/26–2/20/26

Registration Fee - Nurses, Students, and Residents

$215.00

Applies 2/14/26–2/20/26

Available Credits

CEU .700

The Mountain Area Health Education Center designates this entire live continuing education activity as meeting the criteria for 0.70 CEUs as established by the National Task Force on the Continuing Education Unit.

Contact Hours 7.250

MAHEC designates this live continuing education activity as meeting the criteria for 7.25 Contact Hours.

Contact Hours 7.250

Nurse Practitioners

This activity was designated for 7.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™.

CME for Physician Assistants 7.250

AAPA accepts certificate of participation for educational activities certified for AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ from organizations accredited by ACCME or a recognized state medical society. Physician Assistants may receive a maximum of 7.25 hours of Category 1 credit for completing this program.

AMA PRA Category 1 Credit TM 7.250

Accreditation: This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the North Carolina Medical Society (NCMS) through the joint providership of the Mountain Area Health Education Center (MAHEC) and the Epilepsy Alliance of North Carolina. MAHEC is accredited by the NCMS to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

Credit Designation: MAHEC designates this live activity for a maximum of 7.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Sessions

29th Annual Pediatric Epilepsy Symposium

2/20 1:00 PM – 2/21 1:00 PM

Additional Resources

Cancellation Policy

MAHEC has a pay-up-front policy for all CE programs. The only exceptions will be for pre-approved programs where an individual payment plan is appropriate. Registrations received without accompanying payment will not be processed and participants who have not paid the course fee will not be admitted into the program.

Unless otherwise noted in course materials, the following cancellation policy applies to all programs:

  • Cancellations must be in writing (fax, email, or mail).
  • Cancellations received more than two weeks prior to the event will receive 100% refund.
  • Cancellations received between two weeks and five full business days prior to the first day of the event are refunded at 70% of the registration fee subject to a minimum $25 cancellation fee.
  • No refunds or credits will be given for cancellations received less than five full business days prior to the event.
  • No vouchers will be issued in lieu of a refund.
  • Transfers/substitute(s) are welcome (please notify us in advance of the program).
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