Multiple Sclerosis Update
Friday, October 29, 2010
8:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
CME Credits: 10.5 hours (3.5 for each program)
Program Director:
Aaron E. Miller, MD, FAAN, New York, NY
Program Schedule and Faculty
| Epidemiology and Genetics in MS | Philip De Jager MD, PhD, Boston, MA |
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| MRI in MS | Robert J. Fox MD, FAAN, Cleveland, OH |
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| Lessons from the Bedside: Illustrative Cases | Stephen Krieger MD, New York, NY |
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| Current and Future Therapy | Aaron E. Miller, MD, FAAN, New York, NY |
Program Description
This program will focus on recent information about epidemiology, genetics, diagnosis, and management of multiple sclerosis. It will emphasize clinically relevant information. Speakers have been chosen for their communication skills as well as their MS expertise.
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this program, participants will receive an update on knowledge about epidemiology and genetic risk factors in MS, an update on knowledge of the current use of MRI in diagnosis and management of MS, be able to apply knowledge to the management of challenging cases of demyelinating disease, understand use of current available treatments, and become familiar with drugs in advanced stage of development for MS.
Recommended Audience
- Neurologists
- Residents and Fellows in Neurology
- Neurology Nurses and Nurse Practitioners
Core Competencies
- Patient Care
- Medical Knowledge
- Interpersonal and Communication Skills
- Practice-Based Learning and Improvement