Multiple Sclerosis (MS) continues to be the leading cause of non-traumatic disability in young adults. Research and advances in diagnostic techniques, the use of MRI and the effect of different treatment strategies on MS continue to produce discussion and controversy. The use of monoclonal antibody therapies has shown promise, but safety issues continue to be a concern.

In an effort to improve the quality of life of MS patients, identifying and treating the aspects of MS that cause gait dysfunction and pain are critical. The loss of mobility is listed as one of the biggest concerns for those diagnosed with MS. Pain is a common, but under-recognized feature of MS.

Parkinson’s Disease (PD) is the most common of the major movement disorders, a category of conditions in which a malfunction in the nervous system affects communication between the brain and the muscles. PD may be difficult to diagnose in the early stages because the symptoms begin gradually and progress over time. In addition, various forms of PD exist which may impact the course(s) of treatment.

Patients with PD not only have shakiness and difficulties with balance. They may also need to cope with psychiatric problems induced by the disease or by the medications used to treat the disease. Depression is not the only issue. Impulse control disorders like gambling and hypersexuality sometimes emerges when the individual with PD takes dopamine agonists. Other psychotic thought disorders and hallucinations may also emerge when medication dosages are too high or when cognitive and thought processes become impaired. These issues are generally preventable and treatable simply by adjusting medication dosage.

This program has been designed for neurologists, nurses, psychologists, physical therapists and other health care providers interested in the diagnosis and treatment of Multiple Sclerosis and Parkinson’s Disease.

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• Identify safety issues regarding currently available monoclonal antibody therapies for MS.
  
• Describe possible clinical strategies and controversies regarding safety monitoring with MS therapies.
  
• Identify and describe and treat aspects of MS that may result in pain.
  
• Describe and treat the various aspects of MS that may impair gait and the clinical implications of gait dysfunction.
  
• Discuss current MRI use in MS, including the new CMSC guidelines.
  
• Differentiate and diagnose various forms of parkinsonism.
  
• Recognize preclinical and early features of PD.
  
• Recognize and treat potential psychiatric aspects of PD.
  
• Differentiate between medications for PD and current treatment strategies.

Physicians: USF Health is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians. The University of South Florida designates this educational activity for a maximum of 7.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Physician Assistants: AAPA accepts certificates of participation for educational activities certified for Category 1 Credit from AOACCME, Prescribed credit from AAFP, and AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ from organizations accredited by ACCME or a recognized state medical society. Physician assistants may receive a maximum of 7.5 hours of Category 1 Credits for completing this program.

Nurses: The University of South Florida College of Nursing is accredited as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation. This activity is for 7.5 contact hours.

Stewart A. Factor, DO
Professor of Neurology
Director, Movement Disorders Program
Emory University
Atlanta, GA

Hubert H. Fernandez, MD, FAAN
Associate Professor
Co-Director, Movement Disorders Center
Director, Clinical Trials for
Movement Disorders
Program Director, Neurology Residency
and Movement Disorders Fellowship
Department of Neurology
University of Florida College Medicine
Gainesville, FL

Andrew Siderowf, MD, MSCE
Associate Professor of Neurology
University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine
Philadelphia, PA

Registration Fee:
$149
Registration fee includes program syllabus, breakfast and breaks (both days) lunch and networking reception on Saturday. Upon receipt of your registration, a confirmation letter will be sent.

Guest Meal Fees (includes two breakfasts, lunch and reception):
Adults: $50
Children (3 – 12 years): $20
Children under 3: ........Free

Guest Fees (reception only):
Adults: $20 Children 3-12: $10

Registration Deadline:
November 4, 2009

A refund (minus a processing fee of $25.00) will be given if written notice of cancellation is received on or prior to November 4, 2009. No refunds will be given for written cancellation requests received after November 4, 2009.

Right to cancel: USF Health reserves the right to cancel this seminar due to unforeseen circumstances. In the case of cancellation, a full refund will be given to participants. The USF Health will not be responsible for travel expenses incurred by the participant due to the seminar cancellation.

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Events, activities and facilities of the University of South Florida are available without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, disability, age, or Vietnam veteran status as provided by law and in accordance with the University’s respect for personal dignity.