Neuroscience Convergence 2022 - General Session
Course Directors: W. David Freeman, M.D., Kevin Barrett, M.D., Alfredo Quinones-Hinojosa, M.D., Alejandro A. Rabinstein, M.D., Leonard Petrucelli, Ph.D., Michael Pizzi, D.O., Ph.D.; Guojun Bu, Ph.D., Toni Turnbull, Ph.D., Nicole Avalon, PA-C, Ph.D.; Amelia Mantione, R.N.
June 2 - 4, 2022 - Ritz-Carlton - Orlando, Florida
Convergence calls for groups within the biomedical, life sciences, physical science, engineering and other fields to come together to solve unmet health needs. This conference aims to bring together various scientists with the aim of discovery of education gaps inherent to one’s own discipline as well as the potential for creative collaboration in shared problem solving.
LIVE (in-person) attendees must comply with all live course requirements and guidelines and applicable state and local COVID-19 travel restrictions, guidance and resources.
Please note that all live course attendees must:
Complete COVID-19 testing of any kind and provide attestation that a negative test result was received within 72 hours or less of the event start date or provide attestation that you received any positive COVID-19 test result within the previous 90 days, that it has been at least 20 days since COVID-19 infection, and that you are currently asymptomatic.
Attest that you will comply with all safety requirements and that you understand the inherent risk associated with being in large groups of people.
Complete your attestation here.
Attendees who are not able to complete the above attestations are unable to attend the live (in-person) event.
Requirements and guidelines may be amended as CDC, public health and other relevant guidance are adjusted.
Target Audience
Neurologists, neurosurgeons, neuroscientists (PhD), chemists and physicists (physical science), engineers (mechanical, electrical, software, and health care). Also newer scientific fields are emerging that are key to convergence in health care including health information technology (IT), informatics, artificial intelligence and machine learning experts.
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this activity, participants should be able to:
- Discuss complex neurological conditions and challenges
- Identify emerging innovations and potential converged solutions
- Recognize convergence concepts
- Identify opportunities for scientific collaboration, discovery and problem solving
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.

LODGING & ACCOMMODATIONS
A limited block of rooms are reserved for attendees and their guests at the group rate of $239 per night, plus tax. Call for reservations at 1(888)707-9325and identify yourself as a participant of the Mayo Neuroscience Convergence Course or reserve online.
Group rates will be extended to conference attendees three days prior to and three days after the conference based on availability. Check-in time is 4:00 p.m. and check-out time is 11:00 a.m. Overnight parking at the resort is $40 per night.
The Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes delights in creating life-long memories. Surrender yourself to our oasis-like spa, indulge in fine dining and test your skills on the championship-level golf course designed by Greg Norman. Guests benefit from impeccable service, luxury hotel rooms and suites, sophisticated event venues and exceptional resort amenities, including our lazy river pool, 24-hour fitness center and the Ritz Kids program.
Guest Room Features & Amenities
- Private balconies
- Marble baths with two sinks
- Separate bathtub and shower
- Lighted makeup mirror, hair dryer and scale
- European toiletries
- Plush terry robes and slippers
- Computer and fax connections
- Wireless Internet access and high-speed data port connection
- Multiline telephones with voice mail in all of our resort guest rooms
- 65-inch HD LCD television
- iPod Dock
- In-room safe
- Barrier-free access
- Twice-daily maid service
Property Features & Amenities
- 40,000-square-foot spa with 40 treatment rooms featuring citrus-inspired treatments, private lap pool, wellness center, spa café, and boutique
- 18-hole Greg Norman-signature golf course featuring the optional Ritz-Carlton Golf Caddie Concierge program
- Grande Lakes Sports Experiences feature a fishing school and private guided Eco-Tours on Shingle Creek, the headwaters to the Florida Everglades
- 50,000 square feet of flexible indoor meeting space and over 70,000 square feet of outdoor event space with an additional 100,800 square feet of indoor meeting space available at our Florida resort
- A total of 11 fine dining options available at Grande Lakes Orlando
- Three pools: resort pool, Spa private lap pool, and lazy river pool at the adjacent JW Marriott hotel
- Poolside cabanas with personal concierge service
- Ritz Kids® program offering a variety of supervised activities for children ages 4-12
- Three lighted tennis courts
- Business center
- The Ritz-Carlton Signature Shop featuring logo apparel and a wide array of gift items and sundries
Hotel Policies
- Cancellation at our Orlando vacation resort is permitted up to five days prior to arrival
- Check-In: 4 p.m. / Check-Out: 11 a.m.
- All guest rooms and public areas are non-smoking; there are designated outdoor smoking areas
- Valet parking fee: $40 daily
Discounted Nightly Resort Fee $25 Includes:
- Enhanced High Speed Guest Room Internet
- Mountain Bike Rental at Grande Lakes Sports (two bikes, one hour/day/room)
- Driving Range Privileges
- Two Pool Floats at the JW Marriott® Lazy River Pool
- Two welcome beverages per room
- Fitness Center Class for two guests (one class per day, per room)
- Tennis Court access for two guests (one hour per day, per room)
All travel and lodging expenses are the sole responsibility of the individual registrant.
Course Directors
W. David Freeman, M.D.
Kevin Barrett, M.D.
Alfredo Quinones-Hinojosa, M.D.
Alejandro A. Rabinstein, M.D.
Leonard Petrucelli, Ph.D.
Michael Pizzi, D.O., Ph.D.
Toni Turnbull, Ph.D.
Nicole Avalon, PA-C
Amelia Mantione, R.N.
Mayo Faculty
Arjun Athreya, Ph.D., M.S.
Kevin Barrett, M.D.
Leland Barnard
William Bobo, M.D.
Hugo Botha, M.D.
Guojun Bu, Ph.D.
Benjamin Brinkmann, M.D., Ph.D.
Rickey Carter
Rick Caselli, M.D.
Tom Caulfield, Ph.D.
Sandra Da Mesquita, Ph.D.
Young Erben
Brad Erickson, M.D., Ph.D.
HongFang Liu
W. David Freeman, M.D.
Tae Hun Hwang, Ph.D.
Tsuneya Ikezu, Ph.D.
David Jones, M.D.
Christian Lachner, M.D.
Michelle Lin, M.D.
Melissa Murray, Ph.D.
Leonard Petrucelli, P.H.D.
Alex Weston, Ph.D.
Longjun Wu, Ph.D.
Guest Faculty
Nicole E. Avalon, MPAS, PhD
David T. Courtwright, Ph.D.
Vivian Hook, PhD
Walter J. Koroshetz, M.D.
AlCederic Manuel Pimentel-Farias, MD
Michael Pizzi
Bert Manero, Ph.D.
Yuan Luo, PhD
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 other activity (live and livestream) for a maximum of 19.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
AOA
The American Osteopathic Association designates this program for a maximum of 19.75 AOA Category 2-A credits.
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.
Day | Credit |
---|---|
Thursday | 7.50 |
Friday | 7.50 |
Saturday | 4.75 |
Total | 19.75 |
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
- 19.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
- 19.75 AOA Category 2-A
- 19.75 Attendance
Price
LIVE (in-person) attendees must comply with all live course requirements and guidelines and applicable state and local COVID-19 travel restrictions, guidance and resources.
Please note that all live course attendees must:
Complete COVID-19 testing of any kind and provide attestation that a negative test result was received within 72 hours or less of the event start date or provide attestation that you received any positive COVID-19 test result within the previous 90 days, that it has been at least 20 days since COVID-19 infection, and that you are currently asymptomatic.
Attest that you will comply with all safety requirements and that you understand the inherent risk associated with being in large groups of people.
Complete your attestation here.
Attendees who are not able to complete the above attestations are unable to attend the live (in-person) event.
Requirements and guidelines may be amended as CDC, public health and other relevant guidance are adjusted.
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