The Center

​​NATIONAL COORDINATING CENTER for EPILEPSY
​The Center

Although children and youth represent one of the fastest growing populations affected by epilepsy, many do not have access to pediatric neurologists and high-quality coordinated care provided in a medical home.
  • Project ECHO
    This model of health care delivery expands existing capacity to provide best practice care for CYE in rural and underserved areas. Learn about this pilot project in NM.
  • Grantees
    The Center supports state grantees that are aiming to increase access to care for children with epilepsy.
  • The Center
    The AAP partners with national organizations to establish a multifaceted community-based system of care for children and youth with epilepsy.
  • Advisory Committee
    This team provides leadership and strategic oversight of the Center activities.

 Maternal Child Health Bureau
  • Cooperative Agreement
    The Center is supported by a cooperative agreement between the Maternal and Child Health Bureau (MCHB) and the AAP.

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 AAP Resources