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Course

Parkinson's Disease 101: From Diagnosis to Advanced Therapies

Tuesday, May 21, 2024
8:00 AM – 10:30 AM EST
Location:MM: Manitoba
CE: 2.5

Audience:

Adult Neurologist, Child 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:

Case studies, Lecture/plenary method

CanMEDs Roles:

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

"Parkinson's Disease 101: From Diagnosis to Advanced Therapies" is a comprehensive educational journey that aims to equip neurology residents and general neurologists with essential and updated knowledge about Parkinson's disease. This course delves into the fundamental aspects of Parkinson's disease, covering epidemiology, pathophysiology, diagnosis, and differential diagnosis in the first session. In the second session, participants will explore the intricacies of managing both motor and non-motor symptoms through pharmacological interventions. The third session will take participants beyond traditional medications, introducing advanced therapies such as Deep Brain Stimulation, continuous dopaminergic infusion, and emerging approaches offering insights into cutting-edge treatments and their potential impact on Parkinson's patients. Throughout the course, we will also analyze challenging cases, providing participants with the opportunity to apply their knowledge and problem-solving skills in real-world scenarios.

Learning Objectives:

  • By the end of this session, participants will have acquired a comprehensive understanding of Parkinson's disease, including its clinical features, diagnostic tools, and the ability to distinguish it from atypical Parkinsonian syndromes, thereby improving their diagnostic accuracy and confidence in clinical practice.
  • After this session, attendees will be equipped with the knowledge and skills to optimize the management of motor and non-motor symptoms in Parkinson's disease patients, tailor treatment regimens to individual patient needs, and engage in interactive case discussions to make informed therapeutic decisions.
  • By the conclusion of this session, participants will be proficient in evaluating Deep Brain Stimulation and intestinal levodopa infusion candidates, interpreting treatment outcomes, and exploring emerging therapies, enabling them to provide comprehensive care to Parkinson's disease patients and stay informed about the latest advancements in the field.

Presentations:

  • 8:00 AM – 8:40 AM EST
    Unveiling Parkinson's Disease

    Speaker: Elizabeth Slow

  • 8:40 AM – 9:20 AM EST
    Managing Parkinson's disease Motor and Non-Motor Symptoms

    Speaker: Veronica Bruno

  • 9:20 AM – 10:00 AM EST
    Beyond Medications: Exploring Advanced Therapies

    Speaker: Camila Aquino

  • 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM EST
    Challenging cases discussion - Q&A

    Speaker: Elizabeth Slow

    Speaker: Veronica Bruno

    Speaker: Camila Aquino