Behavioral Aspects of Neurological Disease Conference
Venue & Location
Sun Valley Resort, 1 Sun Valley Rd, Sun Valley, ID 83353Fee & Registration
, Registration Required
Join us from February 26 - March 1, 2026 for an inspiring multi-day journey through the evolving landscape of epilepsy care—blending cutting-edge science, clinical insight, and innovative technology.
This year’s conference brings together leaders and learners from across disciplines to explore today’s most relevant topics in epilepsy diagnosis, treatment and research.
The conference opens with a deep dive into psychogenic nonepileptic seizures (PNES), exploring the intersection of neurology and mental health. A neuropharmacology session follows, offering practical updates in medication management and emerging therapies.
The afternoon continues with a session on epilepsy following traumatic brain injury, focusing on risk factors, pathophysiology, and recovery. The day concludes with a hosted welcome party — a chance to network, relax, and kick off an
exciting weekend of collaboration and learning.
Friday morning turns the spotlight to the unique challenges of pediatric epilepsy. Sessions explore key differences between pediatric and adult presentations, neuropsychological risks and outcomes, and the crucial process of transitioning from pediatric to adult care.
The morning concludes with an engaging case presentation, illustrating real-world collaboration and problem-solving in pediatric epilepsy management. (A special speaker dinner is also in the works!
Saturday centers on developmental and epileptic encephalopathies (DEE) and precision medicine. Presentations cover advances in personalized treatment strategies, genetics and inheritance patterns, and the future of targeted therapy.
Later sessions examine epilepsy surgery and implantable devices, showcasing the latest surgical innovations and neurotechnology driving improved outcomes.
The final day explores the future of epilepsy care. Sessions highlight artificial intelligence in epilepsy and EEG, the role of mood disorders and emotional health, and the use of virtual reality in affective disorders. The weekend wraps up with a return to neuropharmacology, tying together key insights from across the conference and looking ahead to the next era of epilepsy research and care.
Dr. Barry Gidal - University of Wisconsin–Madison
Dr. Raman Sankar - UCLA
Dr. Robert Wechsler - Consultants in Epilepsy and Neurology
Dr. W. Curt LaFrance - Brown University Warren Alpert Medical School
Dr. Audie Black – Idaho Neuropsychology
Dr. Nicholos Poolos – University of Washington Regional Epilepsy Center
Dr. Kelsey Knutson - St. Luke's
Dr. Fuki Hisama - University of Washington
Dr. David Burdette - Corewell Health Michigan
Dr. John Stern - UCLA
Dr. Skip Rizzo - USC
Dr. Rusty Novotny - Seattle Children's Hospital
Dr. Kristina Patrick – Seattle Children's Hospital
Dr. Christine Koterba - Nationwide Children's Hospital, Ohio State University
Dr. Mikaela Sebree - St. Luke's
Dr. Amy Brooks-Kayal - UC Davis
The Band Conference is for neurologists, neurosurgeons, psychologists, social workers, psychiatrists, neuropsychologists, EEG technicians, program coordinators, nurses and therapists.
The 2026 BAND Conference will be held at the beautiful Sun Valley Resort in Sun Valley, Idaho. Sun Valley offers ample networking opportunities and excellent outdoor recreation including world class skiing and other outdoor recreational activities.
Preferred room rates are available through the Sun Valley Resort.
Discounted lift tickets.
CE and CME credits available.
