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UofT NSX 100 Years

UofT NSX 100 Years – Skull Base Neurosurgery

Saturday, May 25, 2024
8:30 AM – 10:15 AM EST
Location:CF: Ontario
CE: 1.75

Audience:

Adult Neurologist, Neurosurgeon, Neuroradiologist, Neurophysiologist, Resident, Fellow, Nurses with interest in topic

Learning Level:

Basic (Resident, New Information), Intermediate (Practicing Physician), Advanced (Special Interest, Higher Level Discussion)

Learning Format:

Discussion group/peer exchange/user groups, Lecture/plenary method

CanMEDs Roles:

Medical Expert, Scholar, Communicator, Collaborator, Leader, Health Advocate, Professional

Delve into the rich history, current advancements, and future prospects of Skull Base Neurosurgery at the University of Toronto, Temerty Faculty of Medicine, Department of Surgery. This course, features presentations from renowned experts and a panel discussion on the evolving landscape of the field. Gain insights into pioneering milestones, cutting-edge research, and the anticipated directions that will shape the future of Skull base Neurosurgery, enhancing patient care and treatment methodologies.

For more details visit UofT Division of Neurosurgery: Celebrating 100 Years and Beyond (uoftnsx100years.ca)

Learning Objectives:

  • Gain a deep understanding of the historical milestones and contributions of UofT to the field of Skull Base Neurosurgery, appreciating the foundation upon which current innovations stand.
  • Stay abreast of the latest advancements and research in Skull Base Neurosurgery, including novel surgical techniques, technological integrations, and therapeutic approaches, through presentations from leading experts.
  • Participate in forward-looking discussions about the future of Skull Base Neurosurgery, exploring upcoming challenges, opportunities for innovation, and the anticipated impact of new research directions on patient care and treatment outcomes.

Presentations:

  • 8:30 AM – 8:40 AM EST
    History of UofT Skull Base Neurosurgery

    Speaker: Gelareh Zadeh

  • 8:40 AM – 8:55 AM EST
    The Cavernous Sinus: An Access Route and a Surgical Destination

    Speaker: Jacques Morcos

  • 8:55 AM – 9:10 AM EST
    Intracranial Schwannomas other than Vestibular: A Bouquet of Flowers

    Speaker: Marcos Tatagiba

  • 9:10 AM – 9:25 AM EST
    Orbital Surgery for the Neurosurgeon

    Speaker: William Couldwell

  • 9:25 AM – 9:40 AM EST
    A Method to Madness: Endoscopic Endonasal Transcavernous Surgery

    Speaker: Juan Fernandez-Miranda

  • 9:45 AM – 10:00 AM EST
    Understanding the natural history of vestibular schwannomas: Should surgeons be proactive or reactive?

    Speaker: Doug Kondziolka

  • 10:00 AM – 10:15 AM EST
    Into the Future. Moderators: Caroline Hayhurst, Farshad Nassiri

    Co-Chair: Caroline Hayhurst

    Co-Chair: Justin Wang

    Speaker: Paul Gardner

    Speaker: Osaama Khan

    Speaker: Michael Link

    Speaker: Jennifer Moliterno Gunel

    Speaker: Farshad Nassiri

    Speaker: Omar Pathmanaban