11/14/2025
When baby Molly was born, everything seemed perfect. But just a few weeks later, her parents noticed something wasn’t right, small twitches and distant stares that didn’t feel normal. Trusting their instincts, they recorded what they saw and rushed her to the ER. After being transferred to Children's Hospital of Michigan, Molly was admitted to the NICU for testing. Doctors discovered a rare brain malformation called focal cortical dysplasia, which can cause seizures. Genetic testing later revealed a rare gene mutation that helped explain her condition. When the seizures continued, Molly’s family met Dr. Aimee Luat, who guided them through every step with compassion and care. Together with Dr. Michael Cools and Dr. Eishi Asano, the team discussed treatment options, including surgery, to help control the seizures.
At just two months old, Molly underwent brain surgery. When tests showed more seizure activity, her team acted quickly, performing a second surgery to remove the remaining dysplasia. Her parents shared how the doctors reviewed EEGs on their own time and closely monitored every detail of her care. In the weeks that followed, Molly’s parents saw their daughter become more alert and vocal. Follow-up EEGs showed significant improvement, and specialists agreed the surgeries were successful based on her results. Molly’s journey is a testament to love, faith, and teamwork, from her family’s courage to the dedication of her care team at Children’s Hospital of Michigan.
This , we celebrate Molly’s story and honor every child and family bravely facing epilepsy with strength and hope💜
Learn more about our Level 4 Epilepsy Center here: https://www.childrensdmc.org/services/neurology/epilepsy