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Description 

Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is not a single event but a chronic, evolving process. Trajectories are highly variable; while some patients recover, others experience delayed neurodegeneration or the development of Post-Traumatic Epilepsy (PTE), which can emerge years after the initial insult due to persistent neuroinflammation. Psychosocially, even a singular TBI can fracture a patient’s sense of self. Resulting cognitive deficits, emotional dysregulation, and the unpredictability of seizures often lead to social isolation and unemployment. These complexities necessitate a longitudinal care model that addresses the permanent intersection of neurological pathology and social reintegration. This presentation will review the complexities and evolution of the various TBI trajectories, including the psychosocial effects on a patient after a singular TBI and post-traumatic epilepsy.
 

Speaker

Dr. Komal Ashraf, DO, is an Assistant Professor of Neurology at University of Missouri Health Care, where she specializes in epilepsy, EEG, concussion, headaches, and seizure disorders. She earned her medical degree from Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed neurology training—including residency at Henry Ford Hospital and a fellowship in epilepsy and EEG at the University of Michigan Medical School. Dr. Ashraf employs advanced treatments such as Botox for chronic migraines and neuro-stimulation devices for refractory epilepsy, and she has been instrumental in advancing concussion care, helping MU Health Care become a premier evaluation site for NCAA athletes. Passionate about community advocacy and brain health awareness, she also contributes to national conversations on neurological injury and recovery.