Meet the Brain Buddy team

Five Brain Buddy team members including the founder, a clinician, and volunteers.

Professionals supportingepilepsy surgery patients

At Brain Buddy, our mission is to provide unwavering support to individuals living with epilepsy, especially those considering or undergoing epilepsy surgery.

Our team is a unique blend of former patients and epilepsy specialists, united by a shared commitment to making a positive difference in the lives of those navigating epilepsy surgery and its challenges.

Today, Brain Buddy has grown significantly, with a dedicated team made up of:

Former patients

who bring firsthand experience and understanding of the journey through epilepsy and surgery.

Epilepsy specialists

including neurologists, neurosurgeons, and neuropsychologists, who provide expert guidance and insights.

We are proud to work together

to create a space where patients, families, and friends can feel supported, empowered, and informed every step of the way.

An image of Brain Buddy UK Founder, Lisa Upton

Lisa Upton

Founder of Brainbuddy

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Professor Matthew Walker

Consultant Neurologist

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Professor John Duncan

Consultant Neurologist

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Jane De Tisi

BRC Epilepsy Centre Manager

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Chris Hallatt-Wells

Patient coordinator

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Immie May

Social Media Manager

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Maya Masoliver

Grants Administrator

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Ananya Roy

Project Coordinator

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Paul Treacy

Operations & Compliance Consultant