Texas Tourette Symposium — What Makes Them Tic?

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Activity Planning Committee

Activity Co-Directors and Faculty

Activity Faculty

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Endorsed By

• International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society

Jointly Provided By

• Tourette Association Center of Excellence
• Baylor College of Medicine
• Tourette Association of America (Texas Chapter)

Needs Assessment

This educational program will review the latest diagnostic and treatment options for Tourette syndrome (TS) and associated co-morbidities, review updates on research into TS genetics and pathophysiology, and provide information about helping individuals with TS and their families navigate the educational system. The program includes an independent track for educators and families that will cover medical, behavioral, and classroom strategies for recognizing and managing symptoms, and will provide an opportunity for a panel discussion with local and national experts in the field.

Educational Objectives

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

• List common treatments for tics in Tourette syndrome
• Recognize symptoms of and management strategies for common co-morbidities in Tourette syndrome
• Describe the most recent understanding of the pathophysiology of Tourette syndrome
• Recommend appropriate testing and accommodations within the school system for individuals with Tourette syndrome and associated co-morbidities

Educational Methods

• Lecture
• Case Presentations
• Question and Answer Sessions
• Panel Discussion

Evaluation

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

Accreditation/Credit Designation

This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) through the joint providership of Baylor College of Medicine, the Tourette Association Center of Excellence, and Tourette Association of America Texas Chapter. Baylor College of Medicine is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

Baylor College of Medicine designates this live activity for a maximum of 6.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ only available for Track 1.

Attire

Attire for the conference is business casual. Since meeting room temperatures and personal comfort levels vary, it is recommended that you bring a sweater or jacket.

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Faculty, topics, program schedule, and credit are subject to change. Audio or videotaping is prohibited without written permission from the Activity Director and the Office of Continuing Medical Education, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, Texas.

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Your registration will not be processed until payment is received. Your registration will be confirmed. If you have not received confirmation at least five business days before the activity start date, contact the Office of Continuing Medical Education (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.

Refund/Cancellation Policy

Requests for registration refunds must be in writing and received by the OCME at least 10 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 emailed to .

The OCME reserves the right to cancel activities, not less than 10 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 , and again in writing. If an activity is cancelled, OCME's liability is limited to the registration fee. Note: If the registration payment was made by check, a Social Security number is required to process the refund.

Disclosure

To meet the requirements of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), it is the policy of Baylor College of Medicine that all individuals who are in a position to control the content of the 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, current, and objectively presented. Specific disclosure will be made to the participants before the educational activity.

Registration for, attendance at, and/or participation in this activity constitutes acknowledgement by the registrant/attendee/participant that photos may be made of the conference events and constitute agreement by the registrant/attendee/participant that Baylor College of Medicine may use and distribute in its publications, on its website, and in the conference proceedings, such photos that include the image of the registrant/attendee/participant.

By participating in the activity, the registrant/attendee/participant acknowledges that he/she agrees to these stipulations. Audio or videotaping is prohibited without written permission from the Activity Director and the Office of Continuing Medical Education, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, Texas.