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Forward5th Annual Neuroscience Emergencies and Stroke Symposium
This course offers Live (in-person) and Livestream (virtual) attendance options
Course Directors - Allyson E. Hamacher, P.A.-C., Gyanendra Kumar, M.D., Ali Turkmani, M.D., and Vanesa K. Vanderhye, M.S.N., RN, CCRN, SCRN
August 7, 2024 - Mayo Clinic Franke Education Center - Phoenix, Arizona
The symposium will provide an overview of neurological and neurosurgical medical emergencies first responders (EMS/FD) and healthcare providers may encounter. Lectures will cover the pathophysiology, diagnosis, treatment, and complications associated with each topic. Course topics will range from acute ischemic stroke with discussions on thrombolysis, Large Vessel Occlusion Stroke triage, and Large Vessel Occlusion Stroke management, to conditions like status epilepticus, acute monocular blindness, amaurosis, CRAO, aneurysmal/AVM management, acute intracranial hemorrhage, Guillain-Barre Syndrome, neuroinvasive diseases such as West Nile Virus, the impact of stroke on patients and families, fundamentals of neuroimaging, and strategies for localizing stroke management.
Target Audience
This course is designed for physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, nurses, first responders and any allied health professionals practicing in neurology, emergency medicine, and primary care.
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this activity, participants should be able to:
- Identify symptoms indicative of potential neurological emergencies in diverse settings.
- Review 2023 Clinical Practice Guideline updates in neurological emergency management.
- Identify the signs for acute stroke.
- Develop skill to utilize fundamental neuroanatomy principles to pinpoint lesions through interpretation of physical examination findings.
Attendance at any Mayo Clinic course does not indicate or guarantee competence or proficiency in the skills, knowledge or performance of any care or procedure(s) which may be discussed or taught in this course.
Phoenix, AZ - Mountain Standard Time
| 7:30 AM | 7:50 AM | Registration and Breakfast |
| 7:50 AM | 8:00 AM | Welcome and Introduction Allyson E. Hamacher, P.A.-C., Gyanendra Kumar, M.D., Ali Turkmani, M.D., and Vanesa K. Vanderhye, M.S.N., RN, CCRN, SCRN |
| 8:00 AM | 8:30 AM | Guillan Barre Syndrome Sri Raghav S. Sista, M.B.B.S., M.D. |
| 8:30 AM | 9:00 AM | Status Epilepticus Matthew T. Hoerth, M.D. |
| 9:00 AM | 9:30 AM | ICP Management: Pre-Hospital and Beyond Aaron B. Skolnik, M.D. |
| 9:30 AM | 9:45 AM | Break |
| 9:45 AM | 10:15 AM | Central Nervous System (CNS) Infections Marie F. Grill, M.D. |
| 10:15 AM | 10:45 AM | Impact of Stroke and Other Neurological Injuries/Diseases on Patients and Families Tiffany D. Coco |
| 10:45 AM | 11:00 AM | Basics of Neuroimaging Allyson E. Hamacher, P.A.-C. |
| 11:00 AM | 11:30 AM | Acute Monocular Blindness/Amaurosis/CRAO Oana M. Dumitrascu, M.D. |
| 11:30 AM | 12:00 PM | Lunch Break |
| 12:00 PM | 12:30 PM | Localizing Stroke Symptoms Allyson E. Hamacher, P.A.-C. |
| 12:30 PM | 1:00 PM | Acute Ischemic Stroke: Pre-Hospital Screening for Large Vessel Occulsion Stroke (LVO), IV Thrombolysis, and LVO Triage Gyanendra Kumar, M.D. |
| 1:00 PM | 1:30 PM | LVO Management Ali Turkmani, M.D |
| 1:30 PM | 2:00 P | Hemorrhagic Stroke Management - ICH/IPH Chandan Krishna, M.D. |
| 2:00 P | 2:30 PM | Aneurysmal/ AVM Hemorrhagic Stroke Management Bernard R. Bendok, M.D. |
| 2:30 PM | 2:30 PM | Adjourn |
All travel and lodging expenses are the sole responsibility of the individual registrant.
Course Directors
Allyson E. Hamacher, P.A.-C.
Gyanendra Kumar, M.D.
Ali Turkmani, M.D.,
Vanesa K. Vanderhye, M.S.N., RN, CCRN, SCRN
Mayo Faculty
Bernard R. Bendok, M.D.
Oana M. Dumitrascu, M.D.
Marie F. Grill, M.D.
Allyson F. Grill, M.D.
Accreditation Statement
In support of improving patient care, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.
Credit Statement(s):
AMA
Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science designates this live activity for a maximum of 5.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
ANCC
Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science designates this activity for a maximum of 5.75 ANCC contact hours. Nurses should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
AAPA
Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science has been authorized by the American Academy of PAs (AAPA) to award AAPA Category 1 CME credit for activities planned in accordance with AAPA CME Criteria. This activity is designated for 5.75 AAPA Category 1 CME credits. PAs should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation.
ICPE
This activity was planned by and for the healthcare team, and learners will receive 5.75 Interprofessional Continuing Education (IPCE) credit for learning and change.
Other Healthcare Professionals:
A record of attendance will be provided to all registrants for requesting credits in accordance with state nursing boards, specialty societies or other professional associations.
For disclosure information regarding Mayo Clinic School of Continuous Professional Development accreditation review committee member(s) and staff, please go here to review disclosures.
Available Credit
- 5.75 AAPA Category 1
- 5.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
- 5.75 ANCC
- 5.75 Attendance
- 5.75 IPCE
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To claim credit for livestream participation in this course, learners must view the content during the hours posted for the live activity. This course is not approved for on-demand delivery.
Commitment to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
Mayo Clinic School of Continuous Professional Development (MCSCPD) strives to foster a learning environment in which individual differences are valued, allowing all to achieve their fullest potential.
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