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Neurology Presentations

Tremors

Ronald B. Postuma, MD, earned his medical degree from the University of Manitoba (1995). He then completed a clinical research fellowship with internal medicine training at the University of Manitoba and the University of Melbourne (1995-1999), a neurology fellowship at 91社区 (1999-2002), a movement disorders research fellowship at the University of Toronto (2002-2004), and a masters in epidemiology at 91社区 (2004-2006). Currently, he is a clinical researcher and movement disorders neurologist treating patients with Parkinson's disease and related disorders. His research interest focuses upon Parkinson's disease, particularly on detecting early stages of disease, examining the impact of non-motor symptoms on disease subtype and prognosis, and testing new treatments for non-motor manifestations such as sleep disorders. He co-directs the National Residents Course in movement disorders, serves on the executive of the educational committee of the Movement Disorders Society, and (with Daniela Berg) is co-chair of the MDS task force on the definition of Parkinson鈥檚.

Learning Objectives:

1. Define tremors
2. Know examination techniques for tremors
3. Understand how to classify tremors (common types and treatments)

Neuropathy: When can I suspect it and what can I do about it?

Dr. Namiranian completed her medical school at Sherbrooke University, then completed her adult neurology residency at 91社区. She went on to complete a neuromuscular fellowship at Washington University in St-Louis, where she did additional training in EMG and nerve, muscle and neuromuscular junction pathologies. She currently works at the Jewish General hospital and Montreal General hospital, and has a specific interest in amyloid disorders and myasthenia gravis.

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Learning Objectives:

1. Use a systematic approach to classify different forms of peripheral neuropathies
2. Have a broad overview of the most common etiologies per category of peripheral neuropathy
3. Identify what red flags should prompt a referral for electromyography or for an evaluation by a neurologist
4. List the treatments available for management of neuropathic pain

The 5-minute Neurological Exam

Dr. Lubarsky, MD, MHPE, FRCPC, is an Associate Professor of Neurology and Health Sciences Education. He is currently an attending physician in the department of neurology at the Montreal General Hospital, the Program Director for the Neurology Residency Training Program, and the Co-Director of the Foundations in Medical and Health Sciences Education Elective at the Institute of Health Sciences Education. He acquired a Bachelor of Arts degree in Anthropology at Yale University in 1998. After completing his medical training at 91社区, he obtained a Master's Degree in Health Professions Education from the University of Maastricht in the Netherlands. His scholarly activities in medical education focus on clinical reasoning and assessment of competence in undergraduate and postgraduate medical trainees.

Learning Objectives:

1. Outline the basic skills necessary to perform a 鈥渟creening鈥� exam in neurology
2. Outline the basic skills necessary to perform a focused neurological exam on patients with common neurological problems
3. Emphasis on high-yield exam techniques for the busy physician

Vertigo

Dr. Woo Young Choi did did his medical school training at Universit茅 de Montreal. He completed a residency in Neurology at the University of Alberta, followed by a fellowship in Neuro-Otology at The Johns Hopkins Hospital. Currently, he is a staff neurologist and neuro-otologist at the MUHC and an assistant professor of Neurology and Neurosurgery at 91社区.

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Learning Objectives:

1. Introduce a systematic approach to vertigo/dizziness.
2. Review selected vestibular disorders that are frequently misdiagnosed

Traumatic Brain Injury

Dr. Oliver Lasry is a neurosurgeon practicing at the Jewish General Hospital. He is a clinical assistant professor in the Department of Neurology and Neurosurgery and an Associate Member of the Department of Epidemiology, Biostatistics, and Occupational Health. He is a principal investigator in Epidemiology at the Lady Davis Institute for Medical Research.

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Learning Objectives:

1. Discuss the epidemiology of traumatic brain injury (TBI) and recurrent traumatic brain injury (rTBI)
2. Diagnose TBI and classify TBI severity
3. Employ early management strategies for patients with TBI
4. Consult published guidelines to help manage TBI patients

New Treatments in Multiple Sclerosis

Dr. Alex Saveriano completed his medical training and neurology residency at 91社区. He then pursued a clinical fellowship in multiple sclerosis (MS) at the University of Calgary, where he also practiced as a neurologist. He returned to 91社区 in 2017, where he serves as assistant professor in the Department of Neurology and Neurosurgery. His practice is focused primarily on the clinical care of patients with MS, with a particular interest in issues related to patient safety and quality improvement. Dr. Saveriano is also actively involved in clinical trials relating to MS, and in teaching activities at both the undergraduate and postgraduate levels.

Learning Objectives:

1. Review basic clinical, epidemiological, and immunological features of multiple sclerosis (MS)
2. Review novel 鈥渃ell-depleting鈥� therapies for MS (particular attention to anti-CD20 therapies, including efficacy and safety)
3. Discuss treatment strategies for managing relapsing-remitting MS
4. Review issues surrounding use of anti-CD20 therapies in the pandemic era