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Meet our Empowering Epilepsy Board

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Board of Directors

Board Members & Medical Advisors

Upcoming Events

  • Kids and Epilepsy Talk with Maksim Parfyonov, MD and Peter Sarnacki, DO
    Kids and Epilepsy Talk with Maksim Parfyonov, MD and Peter Sarnacki, DO
    Mar 10, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM EDT
    Virtual Event via Zoom
    Meet other kids between the ages of 0 - 12 who understand epilepsy, learn strategies to better manage your seizures, and make new friends.
  • Akron Support Group 3-11-26
    Akron Support Group 3-11-26
    Multiple Dates
    Wed, Mar 11
    Fairlawn Kiwanis Community Center
    Mar 11, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM EDT
    Fairlawn Kiwanis Community Center, 3486 S Smith Rd, Fairlawn, OH 44333, USA
    Meet others in the Akron, Ohio area who understand epilepsy, learn strategies to better manage your seizures, and make new friends.
  • Functional Fitness Class  3-12-26
    Functional Fitness Class  3-12-26
    Multiple Dates
    Thu, Mar 12
    Empowering Epilepsy
    Mar 12, 2026, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM EDT
    Empowering Epilepsy, 23500 Mercantile Rd suite d, Beachwood, OH 44122, USA
    This dynamic class is designed to boost both your cardiovascular and muscular strength through an easy-to-follow format. Whether you’re using weights, elastic bands, or your own body weight, our tailored approach ensures that everyone can participate and see real benefits.
  • Parents of Children with Epilepsy Talk with Elham Abushanab, MD & Peter Sarnacki, DO
    Parents of Children with Epilepsy Talk with Elham Abushanab, MD & Peter Sarnacki, DO
    Mar 16, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM EDT
    Virtual Event via Zoom
    Meet other parents of children of any age with epilepsy, learn strategies to better manage their seizures, and make new friends.
  • Adults and Epilepsy Talk with Anna P. Shapiro-Krew 3-19-26
    Adults and Epilepsy Talk with Anna P. Shapiro-Krew 3-19-26
    Mar 19, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM EDT
    Virtual Via Zoom
    Join our Adults and Epilepsy Talk virtually via Zoom to meet other Adults who are living with epilepsy, learn strategies to better manage your seizures, and take charge of your life.
  • Art Therapy Class - Empowering Through the Arts 2026
    Art Therapy Class - Empowering Through the Arts 2026
    Multiple Dates
    Sat, Mar 21
    Empowering Epilepsy Headquarters
    Mar 21, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM EDT
    Empowering Epilepsy Headquarters, 23500 Mercantile Rd suite d, Beachwood, OH 44122, USA
    Join Empowering Epilepsy's Art Therapy Class to Illustrate your artistic flare and discover what you can do while living with seizures.

Donate to Help Us
Change the Conversation About Epilepsy!

Here are some ways you can donate:

In Person

Empowering Epilepsy Headquarters

23500 Mercantile Road, Suite D
Beachwood, OH 44122

Online

Make a tax deductible donation‏.

Over the Phone

It's easy to donate offline too.

Tel: 216-342-4167

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