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Category: Organization Updates

Epilepsy Foundation of Minnesota Names Jenna Carter as Its Next Executive Director

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BLOOMINGTON, MN — July 15, 2024 The Epilepsy Foundation of Minnesota (EFMN) is thrilled to announce Jenna Carter as its new Executive Director. Carter’s dynamic leadership marks a new chapter for EFMN, which celebrates its 70th anniversary this year. With a renewed focus on equity and a commitment to its

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Meet Our Newest Outreach Manager, Nohely Arteaga

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The Epilepsy Foundation of Minnesota (EFMN) is excited to introduce the newest Outreach Manager, Nohely Arteaga! Nohely is a certified Community Health Worker, Certified Health Unit Coordinator and pursuing a Bachelor’s in Public Health at St. Katherine’s University. As Outreach Manager for Latino Communities, Nohely will be the primary contact

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Epilepsy Foundation of Minnesota Announces Departure of Executive Director

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BLOOMINGTON, MN, March 20, 2024 — The Epilepsy Foundation of Minnesota (EFMN) today announced the departure of Glen Lloyd, who has served as the organization’s Executive Director for four years. Under Glen’s leadership, EFMN has achieved significant milestones in advancing its mission to empower individuals and families affected by epilepsy.

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DEI Committee Member Spotlight – Dr. Nitin Agarwal

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The Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Committee helps us better serve communities of color, Native communities, individuals living with complex and rare epilepsies, and communities marginalized through social, economic, and political barriers as well as health care providers working most directly with these populations. Dr. Nitin Agarwal is the Medical

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DEI Committee Member Spotlight – Tammy Sinkfield-Morey

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The Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Committee helps us better serve communities of color, Native communities, individuals living with complex and rare epilepsies, and communities marginalized through social, economic, and political barriers as well as health care providers working most directly with these populations. Tammy Sinkfield-Morey, DNP, RN, PHN, CRRN,

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DEI Committee Member Spotlight – Yafiet Bezabih

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The Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Committee helps us better serve communities of color, Native communities, individuals living with complex and rare epilepsies, and communities marginalized through social, economic, and political barriers as well as health care providers working most directly with these populations. Yafiet Bezabih is a member of

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DEI Committee Member Spotlight – Douachee Lee

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The Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Committee helps us better serve communities of color, Native communities, individuals living with complex and rare epilepsies, and communities marginalized through social, economic, and political barriers as well as health care providers working most directly with these populations. Douachee Lee is a member of

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DEI Committee Member Spotlight – Dr. Rupert Exconde

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The Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Committee helps us better serve communities of color, Native communities, individuals living with complex and rare epilepsies, and communities marginalized through social, economic, and political barriers as well as health care providers working most directly with these populations. Dr. Rupert Exconde is a member

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DEI Committee Member Spotlight – Martin Hernandez

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The Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Committee helps us better serve communities of color, Native communities, individuals living with complex and rare epilepsies, and communities marginalized through social, economic, and political barriers as well as health care providers working most directly with these populations. Martin Hernandez is our Regional Outreach

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DEI Committee Member Spotlight – Mark Devaraj

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The Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Committee helps us better serve communities of color, Native communities, individuals living with complex and rare epilepsies, and communities marginalized through social, economic, and political barriers as well as health care providers working most directly with these populations. Mark Devaraj is the chair of

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