Migraine In The Workplace

Miles for Migraine - Patient Education Day

In light of the current COVID guidelines and restrictions, we have redesigned our Education Days to be online, free and shorter in length while still delivering up to the moment information and valuable education on migraine and other headache diseases.

Our usual Education Day is delivered through lectures and experiential sessions. Our new format will include both, when possible. We vary the sessions topics so you can attend those that are of interest to you. Topics will cover coping strategies, advocacy, reducing stigma, research, and medical advancements. All presenters will field your questions. Join us for as many events as you are able. Each event will feature different content.

THIS WILL BE A VIRTUAL EVENT TO BE HELD ON

MONDAY, APRIL 12TH FROM 7:00PM - 8:45PM EASTERN TIME

Shruti Kulkarni - Managing Migraine in the Workplace

Shruti Kulkarni, J.D. is a principal attorney at Sequel Health Law and counsel to Aimed Alliance. Ms. Kulkarni provides legal, regulatory, legislative, and policy counsel to pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device companies. Additionally, in her capacity as a policy advisor, Ms. Kulkarni offers insight on the prevention of diversion, misuse, and abuse of controlled prescription medications and treatment of substance use disorders. In this capacity, she has analyzed existing and proposed legislation, regulation, and policies; drafted legislative and regulatory language, testimony, and white papers; and educated state and federal legislators and policy makers. Ms. Kulkarni is also serves on the board of non- for-profit organization Female Opioid Research and Clinical Experts (FORCE), and is counsel to Center for U.S. Policy.

Ms. Kulkarni has over 15 years of experience in the health care industry. She previously completed a legal internship at the FDA’s Office of Policy in the Office of the Commissioner. Ms. Kulkarni obtained her Juris Doctor degree from George Mason University School of Law. She received her bachelor’s degree magna cum laude from Saint Joseph’s University.

Dr. David Watson - How to Create Your Advocacy Plan

Dr. Watson is Chair of the WVU Department of Neurology and Director of the WVU Headache Center. His clinical work focuses on patients with headache disorders, and in access to clinical care for under-served populations. He has been active in clinical research focused on new treatment options for headache patients. In addition, Dr. Watson is involved with resident and student education at all levels.

He is very active in patient and professional advocacy, having founded Runnin' for Research, Inc., a charity which raises funds for headache and migraine research, and attending numerous lobbying days in Washington D.C.

He currently is a member of the AMA Opioid Task Force, has served as the Chair of the AAN Grassroots Working Group, currently chairs the American Academy of Neurology Advocacy Engagement Subcommittee and is a member of the Advocacy Committee of the American Academy of Neurology.

He was awarded the Palatucci Advocate of the Year award in 2017 by the American Academy of the Neurology, and the American Headache Society Above and Beyond Award in 2018.

Dr. Anikah Salim - My Migraine Advocacy Journey

Anikah has had migraine since childhood but was diagnosed with Chronic Migraine with Aura in 2015 after experiencing a severe migraine for nearly a year. She was just starting her PhD in Epidemiology when her migraine attacks became daily episodes. Trying to manage her condition amidst full-time work and school, Anikah felt alone and as if no one understood the gravity of what she was suffering through. Learning more about her condition and connecting with others in the migraine community, Anikah felt the strong urge to join the movement and advocate for herself and others.

She joined her first Miles for Migraine Walk/Run in the fall of 2018 and increased her involvement in the Migraine Patient Education Days and Retreat Migraine as well as other events. In 2019, she trained with the US Pain Foundation to become a support group leader. Personally understanding the challenges associated with traveling for in-person meetings, in January 2020 Anikah worked with Miles for Migraine to host and lead the first ever weekly Miles for Migraine national virtual support group. There are over 85 registered participants and it continues to grow daily. Anikah continues to share her journey and experience in an effort to increase migraine awareness and provide support to those suffering from migraine and their families. Whether it is migraine or another chronic condition, she wants everyone to know, "You are not alone."