text: Below is an context that describes a sql query, paired with an question that provides further information. Write an answer that appropriately completes the request.  # noqa: E501
  ### Context:
  CREATE TABLE table_26561508_1 (patient_portrayer VARCHAR, directed_by VARCHAR, written_by VARCHAR)
  ### Question:
  What is the total number of patient portayers for the episode directed by Craig Zisk and written by Brad Falchuk?
  ### Answer:
  SELECT COUNT(patient_portrayer) FROM table_26561508_1 WHERE directed_by = "Craig Zisk" AND written_by = "Brad Falchuk"