The Advances in Epilepsy program is a weekend update course for neurologists in the diagnosis, treatment and management of seizures. This intensive weekend is designed for neurologists who have a general interest in the field of epilepsy but who may devote only a small portion of their time to the management of seizure disorders.
DATE OF 2008 ADVANCES IN EPILEPSY PROGRAM
A CONCISE UPDATE
In one intensive weekend, participants hear concise lectures on the fundamental principles of the diagnosis and management of epilepsy as well as current advances in the field. Advances in Epilepsy participants attend case presentations and advance their knowledge of epilepsy through audiovisual conferences, lecture sessions and peer group discussions. Faculty members are available for individual consultation and group discussion.
AN INTENSIVE, REWARDING COURSE OF STUDY
The Advances in Epilepsy course is designed to have immediate, practical application and tangible benefits for the physician's practice. The basic principles of diagnosis, classification, and treatment of seizures, as well as the initiation, modification and discontinuation of drug therapy will be discussed in detail. Emphasis on the function and support systems for the epilepsy patient and the organizational framework of the epilepsy management team are given, and a notebook covering all material is presented to each member of the class.
SELECTION CRITERIA
Candidates for the Advances in Epilepsy program must have a sincere desire
to further their knowledge and expertise in the field of epilepsy management.
To be considered for participation, candidates must submit a letter of
interest and curriculum vitae to Wake Forest University
School of Medicine. Please note - an application does not guarantee
attendance.
A DISTINGUISHED FACULTY
The Advances in Epilepsy program is presented by distinguished guest speakers from around the country, along with the faculty and staff of the Comprehensive Epilepsy Center of Wake Forest University School of Medicine.
COURSE OVERVIEW
Thursday - Course Introduction followed by Reception
Friday - Refining the Bedside Evaluation of Seizures,
Classification and Semiology of Seizures w/ Video Illustrations, Workshops:
Management of Psychogenic Seizures, Conditions that Mimic Epilepsy, Advances
in Neuroimaging, Updates in Surgery & Electrical Stimulation, Febrile
Seizures Plus Syndrome & Recent Developments in Genetic Epilepsy Syndromes,
Workshops on Patient Cases, AEDs: Mechanisms of Action, IV Therapies &
Seizure Emergencies, Evening Case Sessions
Saturday - Neuroprotection: Results of the First Positive
Trial, Efficacy of AEDs, Case Workshops on Patient Cases, Managing Interactions
and Adverse Events, Clinical Use of AEDs, PCOS: What We Know, Genetics
of Epilepsy, Impact of New formulations on Epilepsy Therapy
Sunday - Breakfast/Flight home
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