New Epilepsy Monitoring Unit Opens on Long Island, Providing Advanced Care for Individuals with Seizures

Mount Sinai South Nassau has recently opened a new Epilepsy Monitoring Unit (EMU) in Oceanside, NY. The two-bed facility, which cost $2 million, is equipped with advanced video-electroencephalogram (EEG) technology and digital video monitors. The EMU is staffed by a team of specialists including epileptologists, neuroradiologists, nurses, social workers, and EEG technicians.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that there are approximately 215,000 New Yorkers living with active epilepsy, with more than 35,000 residing on Long Island alone. This new facility at Mount Sinai South Nassau provides specialized care for individuals living with epilepsy. The EMU offers a comprehensive approach to diagnosis and treatment that includes expert care from a multidisciplinary team of professionals dedicated to managing the condition effectively.

Patients admitted to the unit may need to remain awake for up to five days to undergo EEGs and other tests in order to pinpoint the cause of their epileptic seizures. However, this state-of-the-art facility ensures that patients receive the highest level of care while minimizing discomfort during these tests.

Overall, the opening of the new EMU at Mount Sinai South Nassau provides much needed resources for individuals living with epilepsy in Long Island. With its cutting edge technology and highly trained staff members, this facility can help patients achieve better outcomes in their fight against this chronic condition.