Neurology for Non-Neurologists delves into topics in clinical neurology that non-neurologists commonly face in their daily practice. Lectures delivered by acknowledged experts will enhance and improve your ability to take a neurological history, perform a neurological exam, and recognize and treat neurological problems. Neurology for Non-Neurologists will also help you know when it’s appropriate to order imaging and laboratory tests, or to recommend referrals.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
At the conclusion of this activity, the participant will be able to:
- Identify the cause of dizziness in a patient in order to manage the condition effectively
- Recognize sleep disorders and formulate appropriate treatments
- Identify serious illnesses that result in back and neck pain
- Differentiate between ischemic and hemorrhagic strokes
- Recognize the signs and symptoms of multiple sclerosis
- Explain the current methods of evaluating and treating seizures
- Differentiate between primary headaches and headaches that result from systemic disorders
- Describe the neurological complications that result from systemic cancers
- Discuss the methods of recognizing and treating neuropathies
- Describe distinguishing characteristics of cognitive and behavioral disorders
- Identify the differences between hyperkinetic and hypokinetic movement disorders
- Explain methods of treating acute and chronic pain