Courses

Overview of Movement Disorders for General Practitioners

Live OnlineAfrica

Dec 12, 2025 - Dec 19, 2025

Foundational / Beginner

1040The Overview of Movement Disorders for General Practitioners course seeks to educate and train general physicians to recognize common movement disorders and to provide practice- and country-specific appropriate next steps regarding the diagnosis, management, and available pathways for care of patients with movement disorders. <strong>This course must be completed in order to apply for the in-person Trainer Program for General Physicians Program.</strong><br /><strong><br /><span style="background-color:#ffffff;color:#cc0000;">REGISTRATION DEADLINE</span></strong><span style="background-color:#ffffff;color:#cc0000;">:</span> Wednesday, December 10, 2025Anxiety/Depression, Autonomic Dysfunction, Care Models, Chorea/Huntingtons Disease (HD), Cognitive impairment/Dementia, Corticobasal Syndrome (CBS)/Corticobasal Degeneration (CBD), Dystonia, Freezing of Gait (FOG), Hyperkinetic Movement Disorders, Impulse Control Disorders, Lewy-body dementia (LBD), Multiple Systems Atrophy (MSA), Myoclonus, Neuropsychiatric symptoms, Non-motor Symptoms/Disorders, Parkinson Disease/Hypokinetic Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease (PD), Pediatrics, Primary Care, Progressive Supranuclear Palsy (PSP), Psychosis, Sensory disorders, Sleep Disorders, Speech Disorders, Tics/Tourettes syndrome (TS), Tremor/Essential Tremor (ET)2100.00https://education.movementdisorders.org/Detail/1040/Overview-of-Movement-Disorders-for-General-Practitionershttps://education.movementdisorders.org/Upload/ActivityImages/25ASTTP_202x108611826.jpg2025-12-12T00:00:002025-12-19T00:00:00MDS Education<p><!--[if !vml]--><a href="https://execinccom-my.sharepoint.com/:b:/g/personal/treed_execinc_com/EYnL3EBC_sRLkYVsTB-56EsBZplfHdl4ffab2O2yZ5oVRg?e=6RGqov" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><img width="87" height="87" src="https://d1t84l7yt030ad.cloudfront.net/FroalaFiles/1756310660695_27082025110419.png" class="fr-fic fr-dii"></a><!--[endif]--><strong>Course Schedule&nbsp;</strong><!--[if !vml]--><strong>&nbsp;</strong><!--[if !vml]--><a href="https://execinccom-my.sharepoint.com/:b:/g/personal/treed_execinc_com/EZEfIY12DphAuht76tarQlkBjLD5bMUC-s0sUbwE1qxiKA?e=COy3Pn" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><img width="98" height="98" src="https://d1t84l7yt030ad.cloudfront.net/FroalaFiles/1756310660728_27082025110419.png" class="fr-fic fr-dii"></a><!--[endif]--><strong>Course Faculty</strong></p><p><br></p><p><em>Schedule as of September 1, 2025</em></p><p><br></p><p><strong>TRAIN THE TRAINER FOR GENERAL PHYSICIANS</strong></p><p>This online course serves as a perquisite for those applying to the MDS-AS Train the Trainer Program for General Physicians. The MDS-AS Train the Trainer for General Physicians will comprise additional online and in person training in the 2<sup>nd</sup> quarter of 2026. This program utilizes the Train the Trainer education model wherein MDS provides centralized curriculum, resources, training and support to regionally identified trainers, who in turn utilize these materials to prepare and implement training programs for general physicians in their local languages and organizations.</p><p><br></p><p>Selected trainers are required to participate in the entire duration of the program and are provided travel support and accommodations to the in-person training program.</p><p><strong>DATE:&nbsp;</strong>2<sup>nd</sup> Quarter | 2026</p><p><br></p><p><strong>SESSION OVERVIEW</strong></p><p><strong><em><span style="color: rgb(184, 49, 47);">Attendance at both sessions is <u>mandatory</u> to be considered for the AS Train the Trainer Program for General Physicians.</span></em></strong><br>Friday, December 12, 2025<br>14:00 &ndash; 15:45 GMT</p><p><br></p><p>Friday, December 19, 2025<br>15:00 &ndash; 16:45 GMT</p><p><br></p><p><em>10 supplemental online modules will be provided to attendees via email. It is expected that all attendees planning to apply for the in-person Train the Trainer Program<strong><em><span style="color: rgb(184, 49, 47);">&nbsp;</span></em></strong></em><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><em>for General Physicians complete these online modules.</em></span></p><p><br></p><p><strong>REGISTRATION FEES</strong><br><strong>MDS Members:</strong>&nbsp; $0 USD<br><strong>Non-Members*:</strong>&nbsp;$25 USD</p><p>*<em>Non-members wishing to apply for MDS Membership to receive the MDS Member rate for this course will need to apply for membership no later than 2 weeks in advance of the close of registration.</em></p><p><br></p><p><em>To convert to your local time, please click here:&nbsp;</em><a href="https://www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/converter.html"><em>https://www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/converter.html</em></a><em>&nbsp;&nbsp;</em>&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p><strong>LEARNING OBJECTIVES</strong></p><p>Upon completion of this activity, learners will be able to:</p><ol start="1" type="1"><li>Summarize the basic science underlying disorders of the basal ganglia</li><li>Recognize the phenomenology of parkinsonism</li><li>Identify the phenomenology of common hyperkinetic movement disorders</li><li>Outline a clinical approach for persons presenting with parkinsonism</li><li>Outline a clinical approach for persons presenting with tremors</li><li>Comprehend the importance of referral to a specialist (where available) and timing of the referral</li></ol><p><br></p><p><strong>INTENDED AUDIENCE</strong></p><p>This activity is intended for general physicians and clinicians with an interest in current clinical trends and approaches for diagnosis and treatment of movement disorders.</p>0/Courses/Prerequisite-to-MDS-AS-Train-the-Trainer-for-General-Practitioners-Overview-of-Movement-Disorders.htmOverview of Movement Disorders for General Practitioners2025-08-28T12:01:14.65700Foundational / BeginnerClinicianClinician-General NeurologistClinician-Primary CareFellowResidentStudent-GraduateAfricaUSALive Online

School for Young Neurologists

In-PersonAfrica

Pretoria, South Africa

Nov 15, 2025 - Nov 16, 2025

Foundational / Beginner

984<p>The <em>MDS-African Section School for Young Neurologists</em> is an opportunity for young neurologists who are interested in specializing in Movement Disorders to receive in-depth instruction from internationally recognized Movement Disorders experts. Students will attend lectures and panel discussions, have the opportunity to examine patients with movement disorders, engage in a differential diagnosis with international experts, and be involved in group case discussions.</p>Biomarkers, Biomarkers & Diagnostic Tools, Botulinum toxin, Clinical Trials, Deep brain stimulation, Dopaminergic medications, Focused Ultrasound, Gene Therapies, Genetics, Infusion therapy, Medications for motor complications, Medications for motor symptoms, Medications for non-motor symptoms, Neuroimaging, Neuropathology, Rating Scales, Therapies-Pharmacological, Therapies-Surgical9000.000001-01-01https://education.movementdisorders.org/Detail/984/MDS-AS-School-for-Young-Neurologistshttps://education.movementdisorders.org/Upload/ActivityImages/25AFRSYN_202x108984707.pnghttps://education.movementdisorders.org/Upload/BannerImages/25AFRSYN_734x404384053.jpg2025-11-15T00:00:002025-11-16T00:00:00Pretoria, South Africa<p><br></p><p><br></p>MDS Education<p><strong><a href="https://d1t84l7yt030ad.cloudfront.net/FroalaFiles/FOR%20LMS_SYN%20Course%20Schedule_Updated_6.26_16072025090929.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><img src="https://d1t84l7yt030ad.cloudfront.net/FroalaFiles/Course schedule_13052025105320.png" style="width: 125px; height: 125px;" class="fr-fic fr-dib"></a></strong><a href="https://d1t84l7yt030ad.cloudfront.net/FroalaFiles/FOR%20LMS_SYN%20Course%20Schedule_Updated_6.26_16072025090929.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>&nbsp;Course Schedule&nbsp;</strong>&nbsp;</a><a href="https://form.jotform.com/251276163442151" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><img src="https://s3-us-east-2.amazonaws.com/mds-lms/FroalaFiles/Travel assistance_23012024043912.png" style="width: 125px; height: 125px;" class="fr-fic fr-dib"></a><a href="https://form.jotform.com/251276163442151" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Travel Bursary&nbsp;</strong></a><strong>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;</strong> <a href="https://d1t84l7yt030ad.cloudfront.net/FroalaFiles/Faculty%20Listing_16072025092625.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><img src="https://s3-us-east-2.amazonaws.com/mds-lms/FroalaFiles/Faculty Details_23012024043924.png" style="width: 125px; height: 125px;" class="fr-fic fr-dib"></a><a href="https://d1t84l7yt030ad.cloudfront.net/FroalaFiles/Faculty%20Listing_16072025092625.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Course Faculty</strong></a></p><p><br></p><p><em>Schedule as of June 26, 2025</em></p><p><strong><em><span style="color: rgb(175, 38, 38);">Application/Travel Bursary Deadline:</span>&nbsp;</em></strong>August 22<em>, 2025</em></p><p><br></p><p><strong>REGISTRATION FEES</strong><br><strong>Members:</strong>&nbsp;$25 USD<br><strong>Non-Members*:</strong>&nbsp;$150 USD</p><p>*<em>Non-members wishing to apply for MDS Membership to receive the MDS Member rate for this course will need to apply for membership no later than 2 weeks in advance of the close of registration.</em></p><p><a href="https://s3-us-east-2.amazonaws.com/mds-lms/FroalaFiles/VISA%20STATEMENT%20CANCELLATION%20LANGUAGE_24012024041714.pdf">Click here to view the MDS Regional Course Cancellation Policy &amp; Visa Assistance Information</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>LEARNING OBJECTIVES</strong></p><p>Upon completion of this activity, learners will be able to:&nbsp;</p><ol><li>An approach to improving diagnostic skills of the commonest movement disorders: Dystonia, Tremor, Chorea, Functional disorders.</li><li>Understanding of the management of motor and non-motor dysfunction in Parkinson&rsquo;s disease.</li><li>Use of botulinum toxin in the treatment of dystonia.</li></ol><p><br></p><p><strong>INTENDED AUDIENCE</strong></p><p>This MDS-Africa School is intended for young neurologists within five years of their completion of general neurological training who are interested in specializing in movement disorders, and young neurologists who are already training in movement disorders.</p>Pretoria, South Africa0/Courses/School-for-Young-Neurologists1.htmSchool for Young Neurologists2025-05-14T18:00:59.32700Foundational / BeginnerClinicianClinician-General NeurologistFellow-ClinicalFellow-Movement DisordersResident-NeurologyAfricaIn-Person