More effective assessment of adverse effects and comorbidities in epilepsy: Results of a Phase II communication study

► Effective doctor-patient communication is key to successful treatment of epilepsy. ► Prior research has demonstrated infrequent discussions of mood/behavior and adverse effects. ► In this study, a previsit questionnaire increased the frequency of discussions. ► Questionnaire use did not increase length of the clinical encounter. ► Neurologists perceived the questionnaire positively.