Impairments in decision-making directly affect medical care and financial decisions, and they characterize many neurological and psychiatric disorders, often with a direct influence on the course of disease. Novel approaches to understanding these impairmentsāincluding behavioral and neuroeconomic tools, computational modeling, neuroimaging analytics, and pharmacological (and other) interventionsāare providing insights into their neural correlates and potential […] Read More
This session delves into neurogenetics, a rapidly growing field. Over the past few decades, the genetic etiology of various neurological disorders has been identified. However, most clinical neurologists have not received formal training in neurogenetics. Although providers encounter numerous neurogenetic cases, they often struggle with the nuances of genetic testing, including various methodologies such as […] Read More
This session will cover recent developments in biomarkers for neurologic disease. In particular, this session will examine factors that are important for consideration for when biomarkers that are well-characterized in clinical and translational research settings are appropriate to deploy in routine clinical practice. Important areas for discussion will include sensitivity, specificity, clinical utility, value, and […] Read More
As the field of neurology continues to strive towards more equitable patient care and research, geographic influences can provide additional context. Understanding geographical disparities can support a framework for addressing social determinant of health and healthcare disparities in neurology, especially when considering the shortage of neurologists in practice. Read More
This session will introduce the audience to the emerging field of sports neurology and discuss the health impacts of concussions and repetitive head impacts. This session will include presentations from adult and pediatric concussion and brain trauma specialists, as well as sleep and epilepsy specialists in neurology. Read More
This session will explore emerging neurovascular mechanisms, with a focus on cellular and molecular processes at the brain barriers; the bidirectional regulation of neuroimmune activation; the development of vascular, fluid, and imaging biomarkers; and innovative therapeutic interventions for a variety of neurological diseases. Renowned speakers will present cutting-edge research on vascular and immune mechanisms in […] Read More
In this dynamic session, seasoned clinicians will present 2-3 compelling cases, showcasing the critical thinking and decision-making skills that residents and junior faculty must develop to navigate complex medical scenarios. This isn’t just a simple show-and-tell; it’s an intricate journey that combines data analysis, pattern recognition, and clinical reasoning at the bedside, transforming theoretical knowledge […] Read More
SUDEP (Sudden Unexpected Death in Epilepsy) a common cause of premature death in children and adults with epilepsy but counseling of patients and their parents is limited by the rarity of the disorder. This session will review the epidemiology, risk factors, and current understanding of the mechanisms of SUDEP in children. The talks will also […] Read More
This session will provide how the brain stimulation techniques have become an integral part of the treatment of movement disorders, made possible by advances in our understanding of the underlying circuitry and thereby greatly expanding the therapeutic possibilities for conditions such as Parkinsonās disease and essential tremor. As our knowledge of brain circuitry underlying other […] Read More
Peripheral neuropathic pain (PNP), neuropathic pain that arises from damage or disease affecting the peripheral nervous system, is associated with an extremely large disease burden, and there is an increasing and urgent need for new therapies for treating this disorder. One of the most critical issues that prevents consistent, effective translation of preclinical studies to […] Read More
