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The Practical Neurological Toolkit: High Yield Updates for the Office and the Ward

Course Open/Close: Feb 1, 2021 - Aug 27, 2021

The Practical Neurological Toolkit: High Yield Updates for the Office and the Ward is a one-day program to be hosted virtually on June 4, 2021. The content is focused on common and hot topics in neuroscience, as well as identified clinical growth areas for the field. The course targets non-neurologists, from backgrounds of primary care and internal medicine and including hospitalists, nurse practitioners, and other advanced practice providers, and nurses.

Available Credits: 5.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ 5.25 Nursing Contact Hours 5.25 Participation Register For This Course

Course Details

Description

The Practical Neurological Toolkit: High Yield Updates for the Office and the Ward is a one-day program to be hosted virtually on June 4, 2021. The content is focused on common and hot topics in neuroscience, as well as identified clinical growth areas for the field. The course targets non-neurologists, from backgrounds of primary care and internal medicine and including hospitalists, nurse practitioners, nurses, and other advanced practice providers.

Pricing

MDs/Doctoral-Level Professionals
Super Early Bird Registration (on or before April 7, 2021): $250.00
Early Bird Registration (on or before May 7, 2021): $300.00
Regular Registration (after May 7, 2021): $350.00

Nurses and Advanced Practice Providers
Super Early Bird Registration (on or before April 7, 2021): $150.00
Early Bird Registration (on or before May 7, 2021): $200.00
Regular Registration (after May 7, 2021): $250.00

Scientists $225

Residents: $100

MGH Physicians $50

MGH Residents, Nurses and Advanced Practice Providers: $25

***The deeply discounted Super Early Bird Registration rate is NON-REFUNDABLE and NON-TRANSFERABLE and will not be refunded under any circumstances.

Syllabus

We provide all attendees with completely free access to all slide presentations in digital PDF format prior to the conference. This is an environmentally friendly alternative and helps keep costs lower for all attendees. The e-syllabus will be available for 30 days after the conference.

Cancellation Policy

A refund minus a $100.00 administrative fee will be issued for refund requests received by May 7, 2021.  No refunds will be issued for refund requests made after May 7. Payments made may not be applied to future conferences or other educational activities.  There are no exceptions to these policies.

***The deeply discounted Super Early Bird Registration rate is NON-REFUNDABLE and NON-TRANSFERABLE and will not be refunded under any circumstances.

Course Summary

Available Credits:5.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ 5.25 Nursing Contact Hours 5.25 Participation
Course Topic:Conference
Course Format:Conference
Target Audience:

This program is intended for:

  • non-neurologists from backgrounds of primary care
  • internal medicine
  • hospitalists
  • nurse practitioners
  • nurses
  • other advanced practice providers
Course Opens: Feb 1, 2021
Course Closes: Aug 27, 2021
Cost: $350.00

Learning Objectives

At the end of this educational activity, participants should be able to:

1.   Recognize the presentation, diagnosis, comorbidity, and pathophysiology of stroke along with the latest research in rapid recognition and delivery of stroke care.
2.   Review the presentation of slowly evolving (i.e. stuttering) deficits across a variety of pathophysiologies including how to differentiate them from other etiologies.
3.   Differentiate common and uncommon conditions presenting with headache.
4.   Define effective inpatient approaches for seizures, ICU monitoring, intracerebral hemorrhage, and others.
5.   Compare and contrast the differential for weakness, spells, and memory loss.
6.   Learn about breakthroughs and exciting research on the delivery of neurologic care in all settings.

We have a dedicated staff member who is available by phone 5 days per week between 8 am and 5 pm by calling 866-644-7792 or email at mghcme@mgh.harvard.edu. All inquiries will be dealt with in a timely  (within one business day) and professional manner. Requests for credits or refunds will be reviewed by the Director of the Division of Professional and Public Education, Massachusetts General Hospital. Please refer to our cancellation policy for additional information.”