In the first episode we introduce our host, Dr. Amit Rakhit, MD, MBA. Amit talks about the core philosophy that makes Ovid Therapeutics different in our approach. Amit also shares a remarkable story that inspires him to come to work every single day -- and it starts with the pictures hanging on the office walls at Ovid.

Amit introduces Chief Scientific Officer and Founder, Matthew During, M.D., D.Sc., and core members of the Ovid Research team. Matt, Melanie, Toshiya, and Amit talk about the diverse science-driven Ovid family, and the patients who inspire them every single day.

Founder of the Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome Foundation, Christina Sanlnocecio, talks about innovative programs available for LGS patients and families. This incredible foundation is driving science and supporting every patient and family affected by Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome.

Chelsea Leyland shares her story of growing up with Juvenile Myclonic Epilepsy. Chelsea talks about her battle with rare epilepsy and the need to remove stigmas attached to the disease. In this episode we talk about what it's like to watch a loved one have a seizure, and how important early diagnosis is.

A hot topic at this year's National Organization for Rare Disorders (NORD) Summit was patient access to medication. In our patient-centric quick fire challenge, Amit tells us about the perfect patient partner.