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Pediatric Epilepsy, Genetics, and Neuroimaging Fellowship

IRCCS Foundation Stella Maris

Dr. Emanuele Bartolini, MD, is Head of the Epilepsy and Neurophysiology Laboratory at the IRCCS Foundation Stella Maris in Pisa, Italy. A board-certified neurologist with extensive clinical and research experience in pediatric neurology and epileptology, he has worked across leading institutions in Italy and the UK, including the National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery in London.

His research focuses on advanced neuroimaging, neurophysiology, and the treatment of pediatric epilepsies, with active roles in international collaborations such as the ENIGMA-Epilepsy project and NETRE rare epilepsy networks. He is Principal Investigator of several national research projects on childhood epilepsy, including studies on noradrenergic dysfunction, Dravet syndrome, and advanced EEG biomarkers.Through his combined expertise in clinical neurology, advanced neuroimaging, and translational epilepsy research, Dr. Bartolini is internationally recognized as a leading figure in the field of pediatric epilepsy.

Main Areas of Interest

Pediatric Epilepsy (Comprehensive Scope): Expertise in the diagnosis and management of pediatric epilepsy, with a focus on clinical evaluation, seizure classification, therapeutic strategies, and long-term care of children with epilepsy.
Epilepsy Genetics: Specialized knowledge in the genetic underpinnings of epilepsy, including rare syndromes and molecular diagnostic approaches, with emphasis on precision medicine and individualized treatment plans.
Rare Neurological Disorders: Clinical exposure to the assessment and management of rare pediatric neurological conditions, fostering an understanding of complex presentations and multidisciplinary care pathways.
Advanced Neuroimaging: Experience in the application of advanced neuroimaging techniques for epilepsy and neurological disorders, including interpretation of MRI and functional imaging for diagnosis, prognosis, and surgical planning.

Specialties

Neurosciences

Radiology

Techniques You Will Learn

· Sleep–Wake EEG Recording & Interpretation: Hands-on exposure to performing and analyzing EEG studies across sleep–wake cycles, with emphasis on recognizing epileptiform activity, sleep-related changes, and their clinical relevance in pediatric epilepsy.

· Long-Term Video EEG Monitoring: Practical training in setting up, conducting, and interpreting prolonged video EEG monitoring, including correlation of electroclinical data, event classification, and its role in presurgical evaluation and management of complex epilepsy cases.

Curriculum

Introduction & Core Pediatric Epilepsy Exposure

Orientation to pediatric neurology unit, workflow, and multidisciplinary team structure
Observation of inpatient and outpatient pediatric epilepsy clinics
Case-based teaching on seizure classification, diagnostic pathways, and treatment strategies
Introduction to antiepileptic drug management and long-term care planning for children with epilepsy

Epilepsy Genetics & Rare Neurological Disorders

Exposure to the genetic basis of epilepsy, including diagnostic molecular techniques and counseling strategies
Case discussions on rare neurological syndromes with epileptic manifestations
Participation in multidisciplinary rounds on complex neurological cases
Tutorials on the role of precision medicine and individualized treatment approaches

Neurophysiology & Advanced EEG Techniques

Sleep–Wake EEG Recording & Interpretation: Hands-on exposure to performing and analyzing sleep–wake cycle EEGs, with focus on identifying epileptiform patterns and sleep-related phenomena
Long-Term Video EEG Monitoring: Training in setup, execution, and interpretation of prolonged video EEG monitoring, including electroclinical correlation and seizure event classification

Advanced Neuroimaging & Academic Development

Exposure to advanced neuroimaging techniques (MRI, functional imaging) applied to epilepsy and rare neurological disorders
Tutorials on imaging interpretation and its integration into epilepsy diagnosis, prognosis, and surgical planning
Participation in journal clubs, case review meetings, and academic discussions
Guided reflection and feedback session with Dr. Bartolini
Final review of clinical exposure, academic progress, and certificate of completion

Accommodation

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Fees and Program Logistics

This program has the following durations available:

Duration	Fee
2 weeks	$1,031.00
4 weeks	$1,594.00
8 weeks	$2,750.00
12 weeks	$3,750.00

Who Can Apply

Medical students

Medical trainees

General Medicine trainees

Neurologist

Pediatric neurologists

Host Details

Host Name: Dr. EMANUELE BARTOLINI

Affiliation: IRCCS Foundation Stella Maris

Address: IRCCS Stella Maris Foundation, 311 viale del Tirreno, 56018 Pisa, Italy; University of Pisa, Via Roma, 67, 56126 Pisa, Italy.

Website URL: https://www.reteneuroscienze.it/en/Istituto/irccs-fondazione-stella-maris/

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