Drug‑Resistant Epilepsy (DRE): Diagnosis, Treatment Options & Self‑Advocacy

What is drug‑resistant epilepsy (DRE)?

Paediatric epileptologist Dr. Angus Wilfong and epilepsy Advanced Nurse Practitioner Liz Wedberg Sivam explain what drug-resistant epilepsy (DRE) is, how it’s diagnosed, and when to consider options beyond medication. They discuss treatment paths and highlight why specialist care and self‑advocacy are so important.

Whether you’ve heard it called drug‑resistant, refractory, or intractable epilepsy, understanding your options can help you find the right treatment path.