2026 Regional Course Topics
Preview the full slate of courses planned for each global region.
Asian and Oceanian courses
These courses will open for registration throughout the year.
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In Person
Essentials in Movement Disorders for Ealy Career Clinician & Scientists
Manila, Philippines
Ideal for young professionals
Blend clinical and basic science perspectives through workshops, discussions, and networking with world-renown experts.
In Person
School for Device-Aided Therapies
Bangkok, Thailand
A comprehensive introduction to modern DBS technologies, combining core principles with hands-on workshops in image-guided programming and local field potential analysis.
Live Online
Dysautonomia and Sleep in Parkinson's Disease
This course explores the spectrum, evaluation, and management of sleep disturbances and autonomic dysfunction across Parkinson's disease and atypical parkinsonian syndromes.
Live Online
SYNERGIES
Opportunity for expert mentorship
Apply for this symposium showcasing emerging clinician-scientists as junior faculty. Gain high-level mentorship and earn registration to the AOS Young Professionals course in Manila, Philippines.
Live Online
Genetics in Movement Disorders in Asia
A focused look at the growing role of genetics in movement disorders understanding, diagnosis, and care, emphasizing clinical implications and highlighting regional perspectives from across Asia.
African courses
These courses will open for registration throughout the year.
In Person
First MDS-African Section conference MDS African Parkinson's Disease and Movement Disorders Conference
Nairobi, Kenya
First MDS-African Section conference
A forward-looking exploration, highlighting regional success stories, collaborative capacity building, and the unique challenges of working in underrepresented populations.
In Person
School for Young Neurologists
Cairo, Egypt
Prestigious opportunity
A clinically immersive program to provide the knowledge, practical skills, and mentorship to excel in this fast-paced field. Explore a variety of pathways and learn from the foremost experts.
In Person
Hyperkinetic Movement Disorders: A Clinical Perspective
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Delve into the clinical features, phenomenology, and diagnosis of a variety of hyperkinetic disorders you are likely to see in the clinic.
Live Online
Overview of Capacity Building in Movement Disorders - Presented in French & English
Presented in French & English
For clinicians and allied health professionals: Strengthen your diagnostic reasoning and managment strategies across a spectrum of movement disorders.
Live Online Series
Multicenter Video Grand Rounds
Unique new cases for 2026
Collaborate with world-leading experts to analyze the most interesting recent cases from local centers across Africa.
European courses
These courses will open for registration throughout the year.
In Person
Focused Workshop: Parkinson's Disease Decoded: Genes, Environment, and the Epidemiological Challenge
Lübeck, Germany
Join leading experts in the field to explore the complex interplay of genetics, environmental exposure, and emerging epidemiological trends in Parkinson's disease (PD).
Live Online Series
Clinical Approach to Movement Disorders: Case-Based Video Rounds
Unique new cases for 2026
Collaborate with leading experts to analyze the most interesting recent cases from across Europe.
In Person
MDS-ES Summer School for Young Neurologists
London, United Kingdom
MDS-ES Winter School for Young Neurologists
Belgrade, Serbia
Prestigious opportunity
A clinically immersive program to provide the knowledge, practical skills, and mentorship to excel in this fast-paced field. Explore a variety of pathways and learn from the foremost experts.
In Person
Tremor from Basic Science to Clinical Diagnosis and Therapy
Salerno, Italy
Bridge mechanisms, clinical diagnosis, and emerging therapies for tremor, incorporating digital measurement tools, AI-assisted approaches, and evidence-based techniques.
In Person
MDS-ES Train the Trainer Program - Speech Therapy
Salerno, Italy
Bridge mechanisms, clinical diagnosis, and emerging therapies for tremor, incorporating digital measurement tools, AI-assisted approaches, and evidence-based techniques.
Live Online
Ataxia
A practical overview of ataxias and related disorders, with interactive case discussions to build your day-to-day diagnostic decision-making and management skills.
Pan American courses
These courses will open for registration throughout the year.
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In Person
The Aspen Course: Comprehensive Review of Movement Disorders for the Clinical Practitioner
Aspen, CO, USA
Premier course - Will fill quickly
The acclaimed "Aspen Course" is a unique chance to get to know and learn from foremost leaders. Discover the most up-to-the-moment clinical landscape and emerging opportunities in this fast-paced field.
In Person
MDS-PAS School for Neuromodulation
New York, NY, USA
An in-depth exploration of contemporary neuromodulation techniques, including real-time programming for Parkinson’s disease, dystonia, and tremor.
In Person
Translating Science into Solutions for Movement Disorders - Presented in Spanish
Santiago, Chile
Learn about the applications of various research methodologies to translational research, and strengthen your translational skills.
In Person
Essential Movement Disorders: A Comprehensive Clinical Review - Presented in Spanish
Santiago, Chile
Gain hands-on clinical experience in the assessment, classification, and therapeutic approaches for a broad range of common movement disorders.
In Person
MDS-PAS 11th Annual Movement Disorders School for Neurology Residents
Boston, MA, USA
Prestigious opportunity
This acclaimed 2-day program provides a practical, hands-on overview of movement disorders treatment, the fast-paced research landscape, and opportunities in the field.
Expenses paid for applicants from Canada and USA; limited grants for residents of Latin America.
In Person
Guidelines to Action: Movement Disorders Through Regional & Multidisciplinary Collaboration
Miami, FL, USA
A strategic blueprint and expert guidance on building sustainable clinical, educational, and research infrastructure through regional and multidisciplinary collaboration.
Live Online
Clinical Neurophysiology in Movement Disorders: A Foundational Guide Its Value and Rol
A practical clinical introduction to neurophysiology through real cases, live demonstrations, and hands-on sessions, so you can apply testing results directly to diagnosis and care.
Live Online Series
Real World Cases in Movement Disorders: An Interactive Online Series
Collaborate with leading experts to analyze the most interesting recent cases from across the Pan American region.
What topics are important to you?
To ensure that MDS education covers a broad range of timely, relevant local topics, MDS Members can submit suggestions each year for the Regional Education Committees to consider.
Topic suggestions for 2027 will open mid-year in 2026.