Programs
PEDIATRIC EPILEPSY PROGRAM
An intensive program of lectures, seminars, workshops and independent
study for practicing child neurologists and other health care professionals
who treat epilepsy in children and adolescents.
PRESENTED BY THE J. KIFFIN PENRY EPILEPSY EDUCATION PROGRAMS
WINSTON-SALEM, NORTH CAROLINA
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PEDIATRIC EPILEPSY PROGRAM FOR CHILD NEUROLOGISTS
This 3 day comprehensive CME activity is designed primarily for child
neurologists, but is also open to other health care professionals
who treat epilepsy in children and adolescents.
Participants will hear lectures, attend EEG and case workshops,
present case studies, and advance their knowledge through group
interaction with peers and faculty. Faculty are selected from universities
and epilepsy centers throughout the country and are leading experts
in the field.
APPLICATION & SELECTION CRITERIA
Limited slots are available for this program. Eligible candidates
will be accepted to the program as applications are received, with
priority given to child neurologists. To apply and confirm attendance,
please submit an application along with a current curriculum
vitae.
The application form is available here
LEARNER OBJECTIVES
Upon completion of this activity the participants will be able to:
• Classify epileptic seizures and syndromes in children using the ILAE
classification system.
• Describe the use of available diagnostic tools and techniques to accurately
diagnose seizures in the pediatric population.
• Identify new and emerging treatment options for children with epilepsy.
• Explain the role of pharmacokinetics, interaction, efficacy, mechanism
of action, and adverse effects in the selection and management of anticonvulsant
therapy in the pediatric patient.
• Discuss indications, candidate selection, and possible outcomes of surgery,
neurostimulation and alternative therapies for the treatment of epilepsy
in children.
• Recognize social issues, co-morbidities and the different treatment and
management issues in adolescents and the developmentally delayed.
• Consider “quality of life” in evaluating treatment options for children
with epilepsy.
• Examine pediatric patient case studies and develop diagnoses and management
plans based on patient history and diagnostic findings.
COURSE OVERVIEW
Wednesday: Course Introduction & Epidemiology, followed by Buffet Reception
Thursday: Epileptic Seizures and Syndromes; Evolution of Seizures in Children;
Neonatal Seizures & Infantile Spasms; Febrile Seizures & FS+; Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome; Benign Partial Seizures; Generalized Epilepsies; EEG Workshops (Presented by Faculty); Conditions that Mimic Epilepsy; Initial Evaluation: First Seizure;
Evening Case Presentations
Friday: Principles of Pediatric EEG; Quality of Life: Advice to Parents; Principles of Pediatric Neuropharmacology; Seizure Mechanisms & AED Mechanisms of Action; Pediatric Use of AEDs; AED Formulations & Generic Issues; AED Interactions; Case Workshops (Presented by Faculty); Adverse Effects of AEDs; Discontinuance of AEDs; Refractory Seizures: Definitions/Predictors/Causes; Effects of Seizures on the Developing Brain; Evening Case Presentations
Saturday: Ketogenic Diet & Other Therapies; Common Genetics & Metabolic Disorders Associated with Epilepsy; Epilepsy Monitoring; Case Workshops (Presented by Faculty); Epilepsy Surgery in Children; Co-morbidities of Pediatric Epilepsy; Acute Seizures and Status Epilepticus; Epilepsy in the IDD Patient; Epilepsy in Adolescents; Social Issues in Epilepsy
PARTICIPANT COSTS
Tuition and meals for this program are provided through unrestricted educational
grants. Participants are responsible for transportation and lodging expenses.
Participants are eligible for a group package rate of $300.00 (4 nights,
$75.00 per night). Payment is required to secure your reservation. Payment
instructions and other details will be included in your confirmation letter
upon acceptance to the program. Assistance with making travel arrangements
is available from our conference coordinator on request. Graylyn Conference
Center provides a shuttle service to Piedmont Triad International Airport
for $25.00 each way.
ACCREDITATION/DISCLOSURE/ACKNOWLEDGMENTS
The Wake Forest University School of Medicine is accredited by the Accreditation
Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing
medical education for physicians. Wake Forest University School
of Medicine designates this educational activity for a maximum of 25 AMA
PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™.
Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent
of their participation in the activity. All faculty participating
in Continuing Medical Education Programs sponsored by The Wake Forest University
School of Medicine are expected to disclose to the program audience any
real or apparent conflict(s) of interest related to the content of their
presentation. Financial support for this unique educational activity is
provided in part by an unrestricted educational grant from UCB.