Latest Updates On Neuroimmunology: 3rd Annual Conference for Healthcare Professionals and Patients

Saturday, December 1, 2018, 7:30 AM - 3:00 PM PST, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center


The 3rd Annual Updates on Neuroimmunology Conference for Professionals and Patients will focus on neuroimmunology and demyelinating disorders. Neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorders (NMOSD), generally referred to as NMO, a rare group of disease syndromes of the central nervous system that affect the optic nerves and spinal cord is often misdiagnosed as multiple sclerosis (MS), another demyelinating disorder. Accordingly, program content will explore the differences and distinctions between MS and NMO, including new diagnostic criteria, visual outcomes, pregnancy, and neuropsychological implications. This one-day program will also present content in pediatric neuroimmunological disorders and treatment algorithms. Led by expert faculty, you will learn about these rare and challenging disorders and the importance of a careful diagnosis and early intervention using the latest medical approaches. Morning and afternoon panels will provide ample time for clarification of clinical points and encourage interaction between participants and presenters. A unique feature of this program is a concurrent patient education program conducted in collaboration with the Guthy-Jackson Charitable Foundation.

1. Describe the new diagnostic criteria for multiple sclerosis (MS) and neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorders (NMOSD)
2. Summarize the clinical presentation and differential diagnoses of demyelinating disorders including NMOSD and MS
3. Recognize the potential severity of relapses and other unique issues to address with NMO and MS patients who are pregnant or considering pregnancy
4. Identify pediatric presentations of neuroimmunological disorders based on a comprehensive understanding of the relationship between central nervous and immune systems
5. Consider race and ethnicity for patients presenting with neuroimmunological disorders and describe the implications for individualized care
6. Explore the neuropsychological impacts in patients with MS and NMO based on the latest research
7. Analyze current treatment algorithms and formulate strategies for the treatment of patients with demyelinating diseases
8. Describe recent visual outcomes in MS and NMO and the implications for patient care

Registration is now closed.
Limited On-site Registration will be available.

Physicians	$150
Non-physicians	$100
Resident/Fellows	Free
Patient/Caregiver	Free

To Pay by Check:

Mail registration form and payment (with checks made payable to Cedars-Sinai Medical Center) to:
Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
Office of Continuing Medical Education
Attn: Registrations
8797 Beverly Boulevard, #250
Los Angeles, CA 90048


Refund Policy:

All cancellations must be submitted in writing and refunds will be subject to an administrative charge. Please e-mail cancellation request to [email protected]. If you do not receive confirmation of your cancellation via e-mail, please call (310) 423-5548. 

Cedars-Sinai Medical Center is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

Credit Designation Statement
Cedars-Sinai Medical Center designates this live activity for a maximum of 5.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Non-Physician Attendance
Non-Physician Attendance (RN, NP, PA and Other Learners) Credit is provided to non-physicians who participate in activities that were designated for "AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™".  The Boards for AANP, NCCPA, and ANCC accepts course approved by the ACCME for Category 1 credit as meeting the continuing education requirements for license renewal.




AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™ (MD, DO) (5.50 hours), Non-Physician AMA Attendance (5.50 hours)

COURSE DIRECTOR
Nancy L. Sicotte, MD
Interim Chair, Department of Neurology
Director, Multiple Sclerosis Program
Director, Neurology Residency Program
Professor, Neurology
Cedars-Sinai

COURSE CO-DIRECTOR
Marwa Kaisey, MD
Neuroimmunology/MS
Department of Neurology
Cedars-Sinai

SPECIAL GUEST S&L WALKER F. F. LECTURER
Barbara S. Giesser, MD -  UCLA Health

GUEST FACULTY
Gregory Aaen, MD -  Loma Linda University

Lilyana Amezcua, MD -  Keck School of Medicine of USC

Brandon Beaber, MD -  Kaiser Permanente

Alexander U Brandt, MD -  UC Irvine Health

Ardith Courtney, DO -  UC Irvine Health

Jennifer Graves, MD, PhD  -  UC San Diego Health

Annette Langer-Gould, MD -  Kaiser Permanente

Callene Momtazee, MD Olive View -  UCLA Medical Center

Mark Morrow, MD -  Harbor-UCLA Medical Center

Michael Sy, MD, PhD -  UC Irvine Health

Eric Williamson, MD -  West LA VA

Andrew Woo, MD -  Private Practice

Saturday, December 1, 2018

This one-day program will present content in Neuroimmunological disorders and treatment algorithms. Led by expert faculty, you will learn about these challenging disorders and the importance of a careful diagnosis and early intervention using the latest medical approaches. Projected attendance for 2018 is estimated to be 150.

Should you decide to participate at this important educational activity, please register online. This step is required even if you are planning to pay by check.

Exhibit Fee: $1,500

To register online please click the "Register" tab. This step is required even if you are planning to pay by check.

All companies permitted by Cedars-Sinai Office of CME to complement the conference must strictly adhere to the following guidelines regarding their participation as an exhibitor:

• When commercial exhibits are part of the program, arrangements for these shall not influence planning or interfere with the presentation of CME activities;
• Exhibit placement shall not be a condition of support for a CME activity;
• No commercial promotional materials shall be displayed or distributed in the same room immediately before, during, or immediately after an educational activity certified for credit; and,
• Representatives of commercial supporters may attend an educational activity, but may not engage in sales activities while in the room where the activity takes place, and are strictly prohibited from the sale of and/or discussion of products while attending the educational activity.
• In accordance with OPEN PAYMENTS (Physician Payments Sunshine Act) if exhibitors plan to provide anything of value to physicians it is the responsibility of your organization to maintain your own record of who accepted these items.

Cedars-Sinai Medical Center will provide a table and chairs for use during the meeting. In accordance with ACCME guidelines and CSMC policies, all exhibits will be located in the pre-function area outside the educational area.

To view exhibit prospectus, click here. 
For more information, email [email protected].

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