Join us in Philly! We are hosting a Network Connections event at The Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University. These events will provide a casual venue to learn, connect, and make new friends. We will have lunch, speakers, and opportunities to learn from one another. This event is open to persons with narcolepsy, idiopathic hypersomnia, and their supporters.

If you are interested in joining us, please register below:

If you are interested in attending but not ready to book, or can’t afford a ticket which is priced at $25 to cover the cost of lunch, please email us.

Check out these resources for where to stay and what to do in Philadelphia:
Visit Philadelphia
The Philadelphia Citizen
Thrillist

If you plan to travel by public transport, check out these options:
Philadelphia International Airport
Amtrak—Philadelphia Train Station
Greyhound—Philadelphia Bus Stations

Our presenters include:

Dr. Funke Afolabi-Brown is a board-certified sleep physician with expertise in treating sleep disorders in children and young adults. With nearly two decades of clinical experience and personal insights as a mother who has faced sleep challenges, she understands the profound impact of poor sleep. Dr. Brown helps individuals prioritize sleep, thrive, and reach their fullest potential. She obtained her sleep medicine training at the University of Pennsylvania where she remained as a member of faculty for almost 10 years.

Dr. Jenie George is a Sleep Neurologist who is an Assistant Professors of Medicine and Neurology. She went to the University of Rochester for medical school (2013) and Neurology residency (2017). She completed her Sleep Medicine fellowship at the Cleveland Clinic (2018). Currently, she works as an attending physician at the University of Pennsylvania.

We hope you will join us at this wonderful gathering to connect and learn!

Sincerely,

Thank you to our sponsors and supporters: