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Friday, November 7 – Saturday, November 8, 2008

Hotel Derek
2525 West Loop South
Houston, Texas

Clinical neurology continues to evolve with the advances in science and technology. This activity will provide an update on the diagnosis, treatment, and management of common neurological problems faced by family physicians, internists, and neurologists in daily practice. Where applicable, the faculty will discuss evidence-based clinical practice guidelines/practice parameters to guide clinical decision-making.

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Faculty and Planning Committee

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Planning Committee (BCM)

Dr. George J. Hutton

George J. Hutton, M.D.

Activity Director
Assistant Professor of Neurology

Dr. Jose I. Suarez

Jose I. Suarez, M.D.

Activity Director
Associate Professor of Neurology

Dr. David E. Friedman

David E. Friedman, M.D.

Assistant Professor of Neurology

Dr. Joseph S. Kass

Joseph S. Kass, M.D., J.D.

Assistant Professor of Neurology

Dr. Thomas Kirk

Thomas Kirk, M.D.

Neurology Resident

Dr. James J. Riviello, Jr.

James J. Riviello, Jr., M.D.

Professor of Pediatrics and Neurology

Guest Faculty

John P. Conomy, M.D., J.D.

Clinical Professor of Neurology
Case Western Reserve School of Medicine
President, Health Systems Design Corp.
Cleveland, Ohio

Frank Gilliam, M.D., M.P.H.

Professor of Neurology
Columbia University
New York, N.Y.

Jay P. Mohr, M.D., Ph.D.

Daniel Sciarra Professor
Department of Neurology
Columbia University Medical Center
New York, N.Y.

Janet C. Rucker, M.D.

Assistant Professor of Neurology and Ophthalmology
Rush University Medical Center
Chicago, Ill.

 

BCM Faculty

Rachelle S. Doody, M.D., Ph.D.

Professor of Neurology

J. Clay Goodman, M.D.

Professor of Pathology and Neurology

Cindy B. Ivanhoe, M.D.

Associate Professor of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

Joseph Jankovic, M.D.

Professor of Neurology

Harvey S. Levin, Ph.D.

Professor of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

Paolo M. Moretti, M.D.

Assistant Professor of Neurology

Dennis R. Mosier, M.D., Ph.D.

Associate Professor of Neurology

William G. Ondo, M.D.

Associate Professor of Neurology

Prachi E. Shah M.D.

Assistant Professor of Pediatrics

Victor M. Rivera, M.D.

Professor of Neurology

James J. Riviello, Jr., M.D.

Professor of Pediatrics and Neurology

 

Activity Coordinator

David Madrigal, M.H.A.

Senior Project Manager, Office of Continuing Medical Education

Information about the Conference

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Target Audience and Objectives

Neurologists, internists, family physicians.

At the conclusion of the activity, participants should be able to:

  • Describe appropriate use of antithrombotics in secondary stroke prevention.
  • Discuss current recommendations for evaluation and treatments of status epilepticus.
  • Discuss new and emerging treatment of multiple sclerosis.
  • Evaluate patients with traumatic brain injury and understand potential short-term and long-term consequences in this population.
  • Discuss the approach to the patient with a painful condition affecting the peripheral nervous system.
  • Describe the evolving field of neuro-genomics (neuromics) and how it relates to care of individual patients in a neurology clinic.
  • Evaluate the role of the child and adult neurologist in the evaluation and management of individuals across the lifespan.

Educational Methods and Evaluations

  • Lectures
  • Case Presentations
  • Panel Discussions
  • Syllabus
  • Question & Answer Sessions

Evaluation by questionnaire will address program content, presentation, and possible bias.

Accreditation / Credit Designation

Baylor College of Medicine is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

BCM designates this educational activity for a maximum of 13.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

In order to meet the requirements of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education it is BCM policy that all individuals who are in a position to control the content of a CME activity (activity director, planning committee members, and faculty) disclose relevant financial relationships with commercial interests. All identified conflicts of interest are managed to help ensure that the educational material is scientifically based, accurate, and objectively presented. Specific disclosure will be made to the participants prior to the educational activity.

The presentation, Doctors in the Courtroom: Plaintiff, Defendant, and Witness, has been designated by BCM for 1.0 credit of education in medical ethics and/or professional responsibility.

Contact Information

Baylor College of Medicine
Office of Continuing Medical Education
One Baylor Plaza, MS: BCM 155
Houston, Texas 77030

Phone: 713-798-8237
Fax: 713-798-7955
Email:

Conference Location

Hotel Derek
2525 West Loop South
Houston, Texas 77027

Reservations should be made directly with Hotel Derek by calling 866-292-4100. Reservations must be made by Oct. 17, 2008 to receive the special rate ($199 Single/Double). Identify yourself with Baylor College of Medicine "Current Neurology".

Cancellation / Refund Policy

Requests for registration refunds must be in writing and received by the Office of Continuing Medical Education (OCME) at least ten business days before the activity begins. The date the request is received by the OCME will be considered the cancellation date. Requests received after the refund deadline will not be processed. Cancellations are subject to a $50 administrative fee deducted from the registration fee paid to cover guarantees and other expenses. Requests should be mailed to the OCME or faxed to 713-798-7955.

The OCME reserves the right to cancel activities, not less than ten business days before the scheduled date, if extenuating circumstances make it necessary. Registrants will be notified at the contact number indicated on the registration form followed by written notification. If an activity is cancelled, OCME's liability is limited to the registration fee paid. Note: If payment is made by check, a social security number is required to process the refund.

Fee, Registration, and Confirmation Information

 

On/Before Oct. 17, 2008

After Oct. 17, 2008

Physician

$400

$450

BCM Faculty/Full-time

$250

$275

Physician Assistant

$250

$275

Other Health Professional

$200

$225

Non-Baylor Resident/Fellow*

$200

$225

BCM Resident/Fellow*

$100

$125

* Fax verification within 24 hours of registration to 713-798-7955.

Your registration will not be processed until payment is received. If you have not received confirmation at least five business days before the activity start date, contact the OCME immediately.

If you plan to register on-site, contact OCME at least 24 hours in advance to confirm activity status and space availability. The OCME reserves the right to limit the number of participants in an activity and will not be responsible for any expenses incurred by an individual whose registration is not confirmed and for whom space is not available.

Conference Schedule

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Friday, Nov. 7, 2008

8:00 a.m.

 

8:15

 

9:00

 

9:45

 

10:10

 

10:55

 

11:45

 

1:00 p.m.

 

1:40

 

2:20

 

2:40

 

3:20

 

4:00

 

4:45

 

5:00 p.m.

 

Opening Comments

George J. Hutton, M.D.

Recent Advances in the Neuropathology of Neurodegenerative Disorders

J. Clay Goodman, M.D.

Recent Advances in the Management of Parkinson's Disease

Joseph Jankovic, M.D.

Break

 

Current and Future Management of Alzheimer Disease

Rachelle S. Doody, M.D., Ph.D.

Autism

Prachi E. Shah, M.D.

Lunch

 

Antithrombotics for Secondary Prevention of Stroke

Jay P. Mohr, M.D., Ph.D.

Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension

Janet C. Rucker, M.D.

Break

 

Patent Foramen Ovale and Stroke

Jay P. Mohr, M.D., Ph.D.

Traumatic Brain Injury

Harvey S. Levin, Ph.D.

Evaluation of the Patient with Diplopia

Janet C. Rucker, M.D.

Q & A

 

Adjourn

 

 

Saturday, Nov. 8, 2008

8:00 a.m.

 

8:10

 

8:50

 

9:30

 

9:50

 

10:30

 

11:10

 

12 Noon

 

1:00

 

1:45

 

2:30

 

2:50

 

3:45

 

4:00 p.m.

 

Opening Comments

George J. Hutton, M.D.

Neuro-Genomics

Paolo M. Moretti, M.D.

MS Treatment Update

Victor M. Rivera, M.D.

Break

 

Status Epilepticus

James J. Riviello, Jr., M.D.

Cervical Dystonia

William G. Ondo, M.D.

Mood Disorders and Epilepsy

Frank Gilliam, M.D., M.P.H.

Lunch

 

Painful Peripheral Nerve Conditions

Dennis R. Mosier, M.D., Ph.D.

Use of Intrathecal Baclofen in Neuro-Rehabilitation

Cindy B. Ivanhoe, M.D.

Break

 

Doctors in the Courtroom: Plaintiff, Defendant, and Witness

John P. Conomy, M.D., J.D.

Conference Review / Q & A

 

Adjourn

 

 

Online Registration

To register/pay online, visit the activity website at www.BaylorCME.org/CME/1412 and follow the instructions.