[PRIVATE] University of Virginia School of Medicine and School of Nursing

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The 8th Virginia Regional Movement Disorders Symposium

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Notification icon Saturday, October 23, 2021 8:30 AM - 3 PM America/New_York

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The symposium will provide formal didactic review of recent research advances and evidence from clinical trials in movement disorders that are changing practice. Advances in motor and non-motor symptoms have substantial implications for diagnosing and treating Parkinson disease and related disorders of movement and motor control. Case discussions will highlight diagnostic features of movement disorders and practical strategies for treatment. 

TARGETED AUDIENCE

Neurologists, neurosurgeons, neuropsychologists, and movement disorders team members including PAs, NPs, nurses, therapists, residents, fellows, and other trainees are welcome to attend.

EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES

As a result of participation in this program, attendees will be able to:

  • Distinguish functional tics, including Tik Tok tics, from other types of tic disorders
  • Discuss cognitive therapy for the treatment of functional tics.
  • Describe the general diagnostic and therapeutic approach to Opsoclonus Myoclonus Syndrome.
  • Discuss current understandings of the origin and clinical implications of heterogeneity in Parkinson Disease
  • Describe the major neuropsychiatric symptoms of Parkinson disease and discuss current treatment approaches.
  • Discuss the relative benefits and applications of three new FDAapproved medications for management of acute OFF periods in advanced PD, compared to older abortive strategies.

ACCREDITATION

In support of improving patient care, the University of Virginia School of Medicine and School of Nursing is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.

The University of Virginia School of Medicine and School of Nursing designates this live activity for a maximum of 5.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits.™ Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. 

Course Syllabus

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