This intensive Multiple Sclerosis update will review the most up to date information regarding MS, the treatment of MS, practical management of complex symptoms and a research update. The topics include information that those caring for patients with Multiple Sclerosis on disease modifying therapies need to be knowledgeable about in order to assist patients with understanding and long term compliance.

The University of South Florida College of Medicine adheres to the ACCME Standards regarding commercial support of continuing medical education. It is the policy of the USF College of Medicine that the faculty and planning committee disclose real or apparent conflicts of interest relating to the topics of this educational activity, that relevant conflict(s) of interest are resolved and also that speakers will disclose any unlabeled/ unapproved use of drug(s) or device(s) during their presentation. Detailed disclosure will be made in the course syllabus.

This program is designed for nurses and others interested in the newest information in the treatment of patients with Multiple Sclerosis.

MS is a complex disease of the central nervous system (CNS). The immunopathological mechanisms that underlie the disease are the basis for all disease modifying therapies that alter the natural history. MS can lead to substantial disability. Nurses caring for individuals diagnosed with MS need specialized knowledge about the disease, symptoms and treatments. It is extraordinarily challenging for nurses to keep apprised of the changes within the MS field and to integrate this new information into the treatment of patients.

Upon completion of this program, participants will be able to:

• Understand the latest criteria for the diagnosis of Multipe Sclerosis
• Implement acute relapse management, and
  disease modifying therapies
• Establish practical management of complex
  symptoms
• Cite emerging research trials in MS

Physicians: The University of South Florida College of Medicine is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

The University of South Florida College of Medicine designates this educational activity for a maximum of 2 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

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 2 contact hours.

Aaron Miller, MD
Professor of Neurology
Medical Director, Corinne Goldsmith Dickinson Center for MS
Mount Sinai School of Medicine
New York, NY

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