CME Course "Treatment of Parkinsonism and Hyperkinesias" (T.R.O.P.H.Y.)

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Faculty

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Learning Objectives

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

Target Audience

This course is designed for clinical neurologists, neurosurgeons, physiatrists, psychiatrists, primary care physicians, residents, and fellows. Any person, especially those in the health profession, who wishes to enhance his knowledge of movement disorders may attend this course.

Course Description

This live educational activity will cover not only treatment but also the phenomenology, pathophysiology, etiopathogenesis, epidemiology, genetics, and other aspects of hyperkinetic movement disorders. Because of the rapidly evolving field and growing therapeutic options, it is important that those providing care for movement disorder patients be aware of available therapies and the results of current clinical trials. Staying current on the most recent advances in the diagnosis and treatment as well as updating knowledge about current standards of care is essential for optimal health care delivery with the ultimate goal to halt the progression of the disease and to improve the quality of life of patients with movement disorders.

Credit Designation

The College of Physicians and Surgeons of Columbia University is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

The College of Physicians and Surgeons designates this live educational activity for a maximum of 7.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Disclosure

Before the program, all faculty will disclose the existence of any financial interest and/or other relationship(s) (e.g. employee, consultant, speaker's bureau, grant recipient, research support, stock ownership or any other special relationship) they might have with a) the manufacturer(s) of any commercial product(s) to be discussed during their presentation and/or b) any commercial contributor to this activity. When unlabeled uses are discussed, these will also be indicated.

Tuition and Materials Fee

Fees include your course textbook, breakfast and lunch.

Tuition is waived for Hospital Residents and Fellows who provide a faxed copy of their staff badge or other credential to qualify. Parking fees are attendee's responsibility.

Cancellation / Refund Policy

Cancellations are refundable until noon EST on Jan. 21, 2011.

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Saturday, Oct. 31, 2009