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All Reviews from Users
Column Headings: K = Knowledgeability C = Clarity of Response T = Timeliness P = Politeness
N = Nominated for Expert of the Month
| Date | User | K | C | T | P | N | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009-11-14 | Crystal | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | Thanks Sophia. Crystal |
| 2009-10-31 | deanna | 10 | 10 | 9 | 10 | Yes | |
| 2009-10-29 | Deb | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | |
| 2009-09-22 | linda | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | this is a wonderful service. i appreciate the help i received |
| 2009-09-08 | Diane | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thank you so much for your qick response as i've been worried and felt isolated .You have empowered me to ask the correct questions ,i knew it was my right to ask for a second opinion but felt that they would close ranks.I will wait for the results of the next EEG but with the knowledge that i now have to hand, Once again thank you so much.Diane |
| 2009-08-01 | Debby | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | Sophia thank you for your exceptionaly speedy and clear response - it is comforting to talk to someone that has knowledge and understanding - I hope many more take up the opportunity to speak with you or individuals such as yourself. Kind regards Debby |
| 2009-07-31 | amanda | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | Very polite and appreciate the comprehensive response. Thank you. |
| 2009-07-31 | Michele | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | Thank you so much for your prompt reply and comments, they were very much appreciated. |
| 2009-07-28 | amanda | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | Very polite and knowledgeable in area. Thank you ! |
| 2009-07-15 | Don | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | GREAT SVC |
| 2009-07-15 | Don | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | THANK YOU FOR SUCH AN INSIGHTFUL AND TIMELY RESPONSE. DON SPEIRS |
| 2009-07-06 | teresa | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | Thanks , that is exactly the way I was thinking. You answered my question. Excelllent.. |
| 2009-07-01 | Shari | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Hi. I haven't tried keppra. I have tried dilatin, topomax, lyrica, just so many I don't even remember. Doctors say I have partial complex. |
| 2009-06-27 | Adam | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Hi Sophia, I would just like to thank you for the advice you have given. Your response were both informative and returned in a timely manner, far from what my doctor was.My neurosurgeon has written a report saying there were other factors that caused my Loss of consciousness so with a little luck I will be in the skies soon. Tahnk you once again |
| 2009-06-15 | Francis | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thanks Sophia, for sharing your knowledge with me both now and in the past. |
| 2009-06-11 | Joe | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thanks again. I have follow up with my present neuro on 6/18 and with specialist on 7/1. I will let you know the results, again, thank you. |
| 2009-06-10 | Pam Post | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | Sophia was very knowledgeable and gave us avenues to persue. Turns out a sinus infection was partial cause of the headaches. Fluid build up or residual blood from his last epileptic seizure caused the infection. He still is experiencing headaches which seem to be directly correlated to the meds. Has not been back to Dr. to inquire about Depokote as suggested. Waiting for Disability Insurance as he no longer has medical benefits. It is very good to know we have contacts/advocates for those of us struggling with seizures. Thanks for having this forum. - Pam |
| 2009-06-10 | Joe | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thank you again for your help and support |
| 2009-06-06 | Joe | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thank you so much. I will certainly let you know of progress. |
| 2009-05-28 | Dana | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | This information was very helpful to me. Thank you for helping me to help my son. |
| 2009-05-18 | Dana | 10 | 4 | 10 | 10 | No | I appreciate the information I received and how quickly I received it. However;there was no clarity with a link between Tourettes and Epilepsy. |
| 2009-05-17 | amanda | 10 | 6 | 10 | 10 | No | She didn't really read my question - response told me to do what I stated had already been done (ie physician sending letter). Polite though and prompt. |
| 2009-04-23 | Melissa | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | Thank you for clarifying, and responding so fast! I appreciate your empathy as well as your knowledge. |
| 2009-04-23 | Melissa | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | thanks for the promptness and the reassurance, it's good to get more knowledge about the condition. One thing though, you mentioned baby aspirin as suggested, but did you mean tylenol? Because baby aspirin given to children can cause Reyes' syndrome, which could be deadly. I know because my niece almost died from it. |
| 2009-04-21 | Will | 10 | 5 | 8 | 10 | No | |
| 2009-04-07 | Elizabeth | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | |
| 2009-04-07 | Elizabeth | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | |
| 2009-04-06 | rahul | 9 | 7 | 10 | 10 | No | |
| 2009-03-28 | lara | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | |
| 2009-03-28 | Mary | 9 | 10 | 5 | 10 | No | I found the response thoughtful and helpful. Of course, a medical issue is too complex to address fully in this format but I appreciated the input. |
Sophia, R.N., M.S.
Expertise
Almost any questions pertaining to epilepsy, seizures, pseudo-seizures, testing for epilepsy, medications, surgery. Self-care, appropriate emergency measures, medication side-effects, drug interactions etc.
Experience
Working as an epilepsy nurse clinican in a large comprehensive epilepsy center for 15 years. Previous employment with a major pharmaceutical company working in pharmaceutical research. Before that - varied experience in nursing.
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