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Overview of Movement Disorders for General Practitioners
Live OnlineAfrica
Dec 12, 2025 - Dec 19, 2025
Foundational / Beginner
1040 The 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, 2025 210 0.00 https://education.movementdisorders.org/Detail/1040/Overview-of-Movement-Disorders-for-General-Practitioners https://education.movementdisorders.org/Upload/ActivityImages/25ASTTP_202x108611826.jpg 2025-12-12T00:00:00 2025-12-19T00:00:00 MDS 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 </strong><!--[if !vml]--><strong> </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: </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 – 15:45 GMT</p><p><br></p><p>Friday, December 19, 2025<br>15:00 – 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);"> </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> $0 USD<br><strong>Non-Members*:</strong> $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: </em><a href="https://www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/converter.html"><em>https://www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/converter.html</em></a><em> </em> </p><p><br></p><p><strong>LEARNING OBJECTIVES</strong></p><p>Upon completion of this activity, learners will be able to:</p><p>1. Identify the phenomenology of parkinsonism</p><p>2. Recognize phenomenology of common hyperkinetic movement disorders</p><p>3. Identify common syndromes associated with common movement disorders</p><p>4. Comprehend, utilize and transmit information on basic/initial investigations when evaluating persons with common movement disorders</p><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.htm Overview of Movement Disorders for General Practitioners 2025-08-28T12:01:14.657 0 0 Foundational / Beginner Clinician Clinician-General Neurologist Clinician-Primary Care Fellow Resident Student-Graduate Africa USA Live Online
Movement Disorders for General Practitioners
Live OnlineAsia / Oceania
Oct 30, 2025 - Oct 31, 2025
Foundational / Beginner
1039 <p class="xmsonormal"><em><span style="font-size:small;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Prerequisite for those wishing to apply for the MDS-AOS Train the Trainer for General Practitioners in 2026.</span></em></p><p class="xmsonormal"><em><span style="font-size:small;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"></span></em><o:p></o:p></p><p style="line-height:107%;">The MDS-AOS Movement Disorders for General Practitioners Course is a two-day, online program for general practitioners which will focus on the practical approach to common movement disorders. Through pre-recorded lectures, patient video demonstrations, and interactive discussions, participants will learn to recognize hallmark clinic features of common movement disorders, identify red flags, and manage straight forward cases.</p><p style="line-height:107%;"><strong> </strong></p><p style="line-height:107%;"><strong>REGISTRATION DEADLINE: </strong>October 29, 2025</p><p style="line-height:107%;"> </p><p style="line-height:107%;text-align:center;">Registered participants will have the opportunity to submit cases for presentation and discussion during Day 2 of the course. </p> 360 0.00 https://education.movementdisorders.org/Detail/1039/MDS-AOS-Movement-Disorders-for-General-Practitioners https://education.movementdisorders.org/Upload/ActivityImages/25AOSPD_202x108848133.png https://education.movementdisorders.org/Upload/BannerImages/25AOSPD_783x404113618.jpg 2025-10-30T00:00:00 2025-10-31T00:00:00 <p><!--[if !vml]--><br></p> MDS Education <p><a href="https://d1t84l7yt030ad.cloudfront.net/FroalaFiles/Course Schedule 25AOSPD_26082025035819.pdf"><img width="87" height="87" src="https://d1t84l7yt030ad.cloudfront.net/FroalaFiles/1756240577504_26082025033615.png" class="fr-fic fr-dii"></a><!--[endif]--><a href="https://d1t84l7yt030ad.cloudfront.net/FroalaFiles/Course Schedule 25AOSPD_26082025035819.pdf"><strong>Course Schedule</strong></a><strong> </strong><!--[if !vml]--><strong> </strong><!--[if !vml]--><a href="https://d1t84l7yt030ad.cloudfront.net/FroalaFiles/Course Faculty Listing (w Photos)_26082025042219.pdf"><img width="98" height="98" src="https://d1t84l7yt030ad.cloudfront.net/FroalaFiles/1756240577600_26082025033616.png" class="fr-fic fr-dii"></a><!--[endif]--><a href="https://d1t84l7yt030ad.cloudfront.net/FroalaFiles/Course Faculty Listing (w Photos)_26082025042219.pdf"><strong>Course Faculty</strong></a></p><p><br></p><p><em>Schedule as of August 27, 2025 </em></p><p><br></p><p><strong>REGISTRATION FEES</strong><br><strong>Members:</strong> $0 USD<br><strong>Non-Members:</strong> $0 USD</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Thursday October 30, 2025 <strong>–</strong> Friday October 31, 2025</strong><em><br>Day 1: </em><em>Thursday October 30, 2025</em><em>: 11:00 - 15:05 UTC</em></p><p><em>Day 2: Friday October 31, 2025: <em>11:00 - 15:10 UTC</em></em></p><p><br></p><p><em>To convert to your local time, please click here: </em><span style="color: rgb(44, 130, 201);"><a href="https://www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/converter.html"><em>https://www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/converter.html</em></a></span></p><p><br></p><p><strong>LEARNING OBJECTIVES</strong></p><p>Upon completion of this activity, learners will be able to:</p><ol><li>Identify hallmark clinical features and red flags for common movement disorders, including Parkinson’s disease, tremors, dystonia, chorea, tics, myoclonus, and functional movement disorders.</li><li>Describe a structured approach to history-taking and neurological examination and key diagnostic clues to narrow the differential diagnosis.</li><li>List appropriate first-line treatment options for selected movement disorders that can be managed in general practice and determine when referral to a movement disorder specialist is indicated.</li></ol><p><br></p><p><strong>INTENDED AUDIENCE</strong></p><p>This activity is intended for general neurologists, primary care clinicians, fellows, clinical research fellows, and medical graduate students with an interest in current clinical trends and approaches for diagnosis and treatment of movement disorders.</p> 0 /Courses/Movement-Disorders-for-General-Practitioners.htm Movement Disorders for General Practitioners 2025-08-28T12:01:11.593 0 0 Foundational / Beginner Clinician Clinician-General Neurologist Clinician-Primary Care Clinician-Researcher Fellow Resident Student-Graduate Student-Medical Case Presentation Series Teaching Courses English Asia / Oceania USA Live Online
Genetics of Movement Disorders
Live OnlinePan America
Dec 01, 2025 - Dec 02, 2025
Expert / Advanced
1008 <p>The <em>MDS-PAS Genetics of Movement Disorders</em> course offers a comprehensive exploration of genetic movement disorders, with a focus on diagnostic strategies, clinical interpretation, and collaborative research opportunities across the Pan-American section. Expert-led sessions cover a range of topics, including the epidemiology of genetic movement disorders, genetic testing techniques, and the critical role of clinical phenomenology in interpreting test results. Participants will examine the complexities of negative exome sequencing, gain insights from real-world clinical experiences, and explore the diagnostic nuances of conditions such as genetic Parkinson’s disease, dystonias, Huntington’s disease, and genetic ataxias.</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Thursday, November 27, 2025</strong></p> 465 0.00 https://education.movementdisorders.org/Detail/1008/MDS-PAS-Genetics-of-Movement-Disorders https://education.movementdisorders.org/Upload/ActivityImages/25PASBASIC-Genetics_202x108816739.jpg 2025-12-01T00:00:00 2025-12-02T00:00:00 MDS Education <p><a href="https://d1t84l7yt030ad.cloudfront.net/FroalaFiles/25PASBASIC Online Course Schedule - LMS_02072025021827.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><img src="https://s3-us-east-2.amazonaws.com/mds-lms/FroalaFiles/Course schedule_23012024043738.png" style="width: 125px; height: 125px;" class="fr-fic fr-dib"></a><strong>Course Schedule</strong><strong> </strong> <a href="https://d1t84l7yt030ad.cloudfront.net/FroalaFiles/25PASBASIC Faculty Listing - LMS_02072025025301.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><strong>Course Faculty</strong></p><p><br></p><p><em>Schedule as of July 1, 2025 </em></p><p><br></p><p><strong><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">REGISTRATION FEES</span></strong><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><br><strong>Members:</strong> $0 USD<br><strong>Non-Members*:</strong> $50 USD</span></p><p>*<em>Non-members wishing to </em><a href="https://www.movementdisorders.org/membership" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><em>apply for MDS Membership</em></a><em> 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><br><br><strong>SESSION OVERVIEW</strong><br>Day 1: December 1, 2025; 18:00 UTC -3<br>Day 2: December 2, 2025; 18:00 UTC -3<br><br></p><p><strong>LEARNING OBJECTIVES</strong></p><p>Upon completion of this activity, learners will be able to: </p><ol><li>Define the key epidemiological patterns of genetic movement disorders in the Americas.</li><li>Describe the principles of clinical phenomenology relevant to interpreting genetic test results.</li><li>Classify genetic movement disorders based on their predominant clinical and genetic characteristics.</li><li>Compare diagnostic approaches for different types of genetic movement disorders.</li><li>Describe current and emerging treatment options for various genetic movement disorders.</li></ol><p><br></p><p><strong>INTENDED AUDIENCE</strong></p><p>This activity is intended for movement disorder specialists, general neurologists, movement disorder fellows, and neurology residents.</p> 0 /Courses/Genetics-of-Movement-Disorders.htm Genetics of Movement Disorders 2025-07-23T18:01:01.450 0 0 Expert / Advanced Clinician-General Neurologist Clinician-Movement Disorder Specialist Fellow-Movement Disorders Resident-Neurology English Pan America USA Live Online
Movement Disorders Journal (MDJ) Symposium: Neurobiology of Parkinson’s Disease
In-PersonPan America
San Diego, USA
Nov 14, 2025
Foundational / Beginner
1011 <p>This symposium is organized by the editorial team of <em>Movement Disorders</em>, the official journal of the International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society. The symposium will explore the biological underpinnings of Parkinson’s disease (PD), the neurobiological basis for current and emerging treatments, and the mechanisms responsible for disease complications and adverse responses to therapy</p><p><strong>REGISTRATION DEADLINE</strong>: October, 31, 2025<strong></strong></p> 360 0.00 https://education.movementdisorders.org/Detail/1011/Movement-Disorders-Journal-(MDJ)-Symposium:-Neurobiology-of-Parkinson’s-Disease https://education.movementdisorders.org/Upload/ActivityImages/MDJ25_202x108428176.jpg 2025-11-14T00:00:00 2025-11-14T00:00:00 San Diego, California <p><br></p><p><br></p> MDS Education <p><!--[if !vml]--><a href="https://d1t84l7yt030ad.cloudfront.net/FroalaFiles/2025%20MDJ%20Symposium%20Program_12082025032203.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><img width="87" height="87" src="https://d1t84l7yt030ad.cloudfront.net/FroalaFiles/1752005535651_08072025031214.png" class="fr-fic fr-dii"></a><!--[endif]--><a href="https://d1t84l7yt030ad.cloudfront.net/FroalaFiles/2025%20MDJ%20Symposium%20Program_12082025032203.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Course Schedule</strong><strong> </strong></a><!--[if !vml]--><!--[endif]--><strong> </strong><!--[if !vml]--><a href="https://d1t84l7yt030ad.cloudfront.net/FroalaFiles/Faculty%20Listing_12082025032155.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><img width="98" height="98" src="https://d1t84l7yt030ad.cloudfront.net/FroalaFiles/1752005535687_08072025031214.png" class="fr-fic fr-dii"></a><!--[endif]--><a href="https://d1t84l7yt030ad.cloudfront.net/FroalaFiles/Faculty%20Listing_12082025032155.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Course Faculty</strong></a></p><p><em>Schedule as of July 29, 2025</em></p><p><br></p><p><strong>REGISTRATION FEES</strong><br><strong>Members:</strong> $25 USD<br><strong>Non-Members*:</strong> $35 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 & Visa Assistance Information</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>COURSE VENUE</strong></p><p>Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina</p><p>333 W Harbor Dr</p><p>San Diego, CA, United States, 92101</p><p><br></p><p><strong>LEARNING OBJECTIVES</strong></p><p>Upon completion of this activity, learners will be able to:</p><p>1. Describe the genetics and cell biology of PD, including population-specific genetics and common abnormalities associated <span data-olk-copy-source="MailCompose">with PD-associated genetic variants</span>.</p><p>2. Report the latest research findings on plasticity and dyskinesias, including striatal signaling, cellular transcriptomics, and novel therapeutic approaches.</p><p>3. Understand the experimental platforms currently being deployed in the study of PD, including induced pluripotent stem cell (IPSC) models, brain function imaging, and neuromodulation techniques.</p><p>4. Appreciate the manuscript submission opportunities afforded by the translational scientific scope of the peer-reviewed journal <em>Movement Disorders</em>.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>INTENDED AUDIENCE</strong></p><p>This activity is intended for students, postdocs, faculty, and others interested in translational research aspects of PD.</p> San Diego 0 /Courses/Movement-Disorders-Journal-MDJ-Symposium-Neurobiology-of-Parkinsons-Disease.htm Movement Disorders Journal (MDJ) Symposium: Neurobiology of Parkinson’s Disease 2025-07-09T18:01:02.677 0 0 Foundational / Beginner Clinician Clinician-Researcher Fellow-Clinical Research Fellow-Movement Disorders Fellow-Other (Post Doc) Researcher Researcher-Basic Science Researcher-Clinical Researcher-Other Researcher-Transitional Resident-Neurology Student English Pan America USA In-Person
6th School for Young Neurologists
In-PersonAsia / Oceania
Bangkok, Thailand
Sep 06, 2025 - Sep 07, 2025
Foundational / Beginner
994 <p>This course aims to provide a comprehensive educational experience, equipping participants with up-to-date knowledge and practical skills in the field of movement disorders. The course program includes forward-looking lectures on digital technology and AI in movement disorders, a state-of-the-art workshop on digital biomarkers and therapeutics, grand rounds with complex case discussions, a unique walking lecture on stress management and work-life balance and career development sessions related to becoming a successful specialist, mastering academic presentations, and conducting impactful research.<br /></p> 1020 0.00 https://education.movementdisorders.org/Detail/994/MDS-AOS-6th-School-for-Young-Neurologists https://education.movementdisorders.org/Upload/ActivityImages/25AOSSYN_202x108716285.jpg https://education.movementdisorders.org/Upload/BannerImages/25AOSSYN_783x404533276.jpg 2025-09-06T00:00:00 2025-09-07T00:00:00 Bangkok <p><br></p><p><br></p> MDS Education <p><!--[if !vml]--><a href="https://d1t84l7yt030ad.cloudfront.net/FroalaFiles/UPDATED_25AOSSYN%20Course%20Schedule%20as%20of%2017%20Jun%202025%20-%20EKH_25062025030519.pdf"><img width="87" height="87" src="https://d1t84l7yt030ad.cloudfront.net/FroalaFiles/1747846457039_21052025115416.png" class="fr-fic fr-dii"></a><!--[endif]--><strong>Course Schedule</strong><strong> </strong><!--[if !vml]--><a href="https://form.jotform.com/251476577641163" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><img width="112" height="112" src="https://d1t84l7yt030ad.cloudfront.net/FroalaFiles/1747846457054_21052025115417.png" class="fr-fic fr-dii"></a><!--[endif]--><strong>Application & Travel Bursary</strong><strong> </strong><!--[if !vml]--><a href="https://d1t84l7yt030ad.cloudfront.net/FroalaFiles/25AOSSYN%20Faculty%20Listing_26062025103802.pdf"><img width="98" height="98" src="https://d1t84l7yt030ad.cloudfront.net/FroalaFiles/1747846457070_21052025115417.png" class="fr-fic fr-dii"></a><!--[endif]--><strong>Course Faculty</strong></p><p><em>Schedule as of June 25, 2025</em></p><p><strong><em>Application</em></strong> <em><strong>Deadline:</strong></em><em><strong> </strong></em>July 15<em>, 2025</em></p><p><br></p><p><strong>REGISTRATION FEES</strong><br><strong>Members:</strong> $150 USD<br><strong>Members: Junior / HP / Basic Science / No Fee:</strong> $100 USD<br><strong>Non-Members*:</strong> $200 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 & Visa Assistance Information</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>COURSE VENUE</strong></p><p>King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital</p><p>Bangkok, Thailand</p><p><br></p><p><strong>LEARNING OBJECTIVES</strong></p><ol><li>Participants will be able to correlate basal ganglia anatomy with various movement disorder phenomenologies, enhancing their understanding of underlying mechanisms.</li><li>Participants will gain practical tips and tricks for examining movement disorders, tailored to each phenomenology, from expert movement disorder specialists.</li><li>Participants will acquire hands-on experience with digital technologies in movement disorders, including diagnostic and therapeutic biomarkers, through practical training.</li><li>Participants will establish local and international networks with young clinicians and researchers, fostering collaborations and facilitating future research in the field of movement disorders.</li></ol><p><br></p><p><strong>INTENDED AUDIENCE</strong></p><p>This activity is intended for clinicians, researchers, fellows, neurology residents, medical students, allied health professionals with an interest in current clinical trends and approaches for diagnosis and treatment of movement disorders.</p> Bangkok 0 /Courses/6th-School-for-Young-Neurologists.htm 6th School for Young Neurologists 2025-06-12T15:00:57.230 0 0 Foundational / Beginner Clinician Clinician-General Neurologist Fellow-Clinical Fellow-Movement Disorders Resident-Neurology Asia / Oceania Thailand In-Person
Focused Workshop - Parkinson's Disease Decoded: Genes, Environment, and the Epidemiological Challenge
In-PersonEurope
May 08, 2026 - May 10, 2026
Experienced / Intermediate
982 <p>SAVE THE DATE for the 2026 MDS-ES Focused Workshop: Parkinson's Disease Decoded: Genes, Environment, and the Epidemiological Challenge. Workshop will take place in Lubeck, Germany from May 8-10, 2026.</p><p><br /></p><p>Registration and Abstract Submission will open October 1, 2025.<br /></p> 1200 0.00 https://education.movementdisorders.org/Detail/982/ES-Focused-Workshop---Parkinson's-Disease-Decoded:-Genes,-Environment,-and-the-Epidemiological-Challenge https://education.movementdisorders.org/Upload/ActivityImages/25ESFW_202x10857858.png https://education.movementdisorders.org/Upload/BannerImages/featured-course---26ESFW524074.jpg 2026-05-08T00:00:00 2026-05-10T00:00:00 MDS Education 0 /Courses/Focused-Workshop---Parkinsons-Disease-Decoded-Genes-Environment-and-the-Epidemiological-Challenge.htm Focused Workshop - Parkinson's Disease Decoded: Genes, Environment, and the Epidemiological Challenge 2025-06-03T09:04:07.383 0 0 Experienced / Intermediate English Europe USA In-Person
Allied Health Case-Based Movement Disorders Course
Live OnlineEurope
Sep 02, 2025 - Sep 10, 2025
Experienced / Intermediate
993 <p>This course is designed to enhance the knowledge and skills of allied health professionals in managing movement disorders through a case-based learning approach. Participants will engage with expert-led discussions on multidisciplinary care strategies, speech therapy interventions, and symptom management in Parkinson’s disease, atypical parkinsonism, functional and hyperkinetic movement disorders, and spastic movement disorders. The course will provide in-depth insights into clinical cases, focusing on evidence-based interventions and interdisciplinary collaboration.</p><p> </p><p><strong>REGISTRATION DEADLINE</strong>: September 01, 2025</p> 480 0.00 https://education.movementdisorders.org/Detail/993/MDS-ES-Allied-Health-Case-Based-Movement-Disorders-Course https://education.movementdisorders.org/Upload/ActivityImages/25ESAHP-Rehab_202x108187136.jpg https://education.movementdisorders.org/Upload/BannerImages/25ESAHP-Rehab_734x404272756.jpg 2025-09-02T00:00:00 2025-09-10T00:00:00 MDS Education <p><a href="https://d1t84l7yt030ad.cloudfront.net/FroalaFiles/MDS ESAHP Online Course 2025 Program_06082025011115.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><img src="https://s3-us-east-2.amazonaws.com/mds-lms/FroalaFiles/1733945513728_11122024013152.png" class="fr-fic fr-dii" style="width: 125px; height: 125px;"></a><a href="https://d1t84l7yt030ad.cloudfront.net/FroalaFiles/MDS ESAHP Online Course 2025 Program_06082025011115.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Course Schedule </strong></a><strong> </strong> <a href="https://d1t84l7yt030ad.cloudfront.net/FroalaFiles/25ESSERIES Faculty Listing_06082025010823.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><img src="https://s3-us-east-2.amazonaws.com/mds-lms/FroalaFiles/1733945513883_11122024013153.png" class="fr-fic fr-dii" style="width: 125px; height: 125px;"></a><a href="https://d1t84l7yt030ad.cloudfront.net/FroalaFiles/25ESSERIES Faculty Listing_06082025010823.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Course Faculty</strong></a><strong> </strong></p><p><span style="color: rgb(184, 49, 47);"><br></span></p><p><strong>REGISTRATION FEES</strong><br><strong>Members: </strong>$0 USD<br><strong>Non-Members:</strong> $25 USD</p><p>*<em>Non-members wishing to </em><a href="https://www.movementdisorders.org/membership" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><em>apply for MDS Membership</em></a><em> 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><strong>COURSE SCHEDULE</strong><strong><em> </em></strong></p><p>Tuesday, September 02, 2025 | 16:00 - 18:00 CEST</p><p>Wednesday, September 03, 2025 | 16:00 - 18:00 CEST </p><p>Tuesday, September 09, 2025 | 16:00 - 18:00 CEST<br>Wednesday, September 10, 2025 | 16:00 - 18:00 CEST</p><p><br></p><p><strong>LEARNING OBJECTIVES</strong></p><p>Upon completion of this activity, learners will be able to: </p><p>1. Define the clinical characteristics of Parkinson’s disease, atypical parkinsonism, hyperkinetic movement disorders, and spastic movement disorder.</p><p>2. Identify motor and non-motor symptoms relevant to physiotherapy, speech and language therapy, and clinical neuropsychology.</p><p>3. Critically evaluate case presentations and propose management plans.</p><p>4. Compare and contrast different therapeutic strategies for movement disorders, including symptoms such as dystonia, tremor, ataxia, apraxia, and dysphagia.</p><p>5. Develop strategies to promote interdisciplinary collaboration and improve multidisciplinary care settings.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>INTENDED AUDIENCE</strong></p><p>This activity is intended for movement disorders specialists, occupational therapists, speech therapists, and physio/physical therapists.</p> 0 /Courses/Allied-Health-Case-Based-Movement-Disorders-Course.htm Allied Health Case-Based Movement Disorders Course 2025-05-28T14:32:25.790 0 0 Experienced / Intermediate Clinician Clinician-Movement Disorder Specialist Health Professional Health Professional-Occupational Health Professional-Physio / Physical Health Professional-Speech English Europe USA Live Online
17ª Escola de Jovens Neurologistas
In-PersonPan America
Brasília, Brasil
Nov 20, 2025 - Nov 22, 2025
Foundational / Beginner
989 <p>A 17ª Escola MDS-PAS para Jovens Neurologistas tem como objetivo aumentar a conscientização e o entusiasmo geral pelos distúrbios do movimento como uma disciplina importante e estimulante no campo da neurologia e elevar o nível de especialização para permitir que os participantes identifiquem e tratem melhor os pacientes com distúrbios do movimento na prática clínica.</p><p><strong>PRAZO DE INSCRIÇÃO PARA O CURSO: Segunda-feira, 1º de setembro de 2025</strong></p> 1455 0.00 0001-01-01 https://education.movementdisorders.org/Detail/989/MDS-PAS-17ª-Escola-de-Jovens-Neurologistas https://education.movementdisorders.org/Upload/ActivityImages/PAS-SYN459226603112.png 2025-11-20T00:00:00 2025-11-22T00:00:00 B Hotel Brasilia, Brasília MDS Education <p><a href="https://d1t84l7yt030ad.cloudfront.net/FroalaFiles/25PASSYN Course Agenda_01062025014511.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><img src="https://s3-us-east-2.amazonaws.com/mds-lms/FroalaFiles/Course schedule_23012024043738.png" style="width: 125px; height: 125px;" class="fr-fic fr-dib"></a><strong>Horário do curso</strong><strong> </strong> <a href="https://d1t84l7yt030ad.cloudfront.net/FroalaFiles/25PASSYN Faculty Listing_01062025013410.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><strong>Corpo Docente do Curso</strong><strong> </strong></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><strong>RESUMO DO CURSO RESUMO DO CURSO</strong><br>Dia 1: Quinta-feira, 20 de novembro de 2025, das 7h às 18h15<br>Dia 2: Sexta-feira, 21 de novembro de 2025, das 7h45 às 18h</p><p>Dia 3: Sábado, 22 de novembro de 2025, das 7h45 às 12h45</p><p><br></p><p><strong>LOCAL DO CURSO</strong><br>B Hotel Brasilia</p><p>SHN Q 5 Bloco J Lote L - Asa Norte, Brasília - DF, 70705-100, Brazil </p><p><br></p><p><strong>OBJETIVOS DE APRENDIZAGEM</strong></p><p>Ao final desta atividade, os alunos serão capazes de: </p><p>1. Examine um paciente com um distúrbio de movimento</p><p>2. Resumir um diagnóstico em casos simples de distúrbios do movimento</p><p>3. Definir um diagnóstico diferencial em pacientes com distúrbios de movimento mais complexos</p><p>4. Escrever e apresentar uma história clínica dos distúrbios do movimento</p><p><br></p><p><strong>PÚBLICO OBJETIVO</strong></p><p>Esta atividade é destinada a médicos e professores especialistas em distúrbios do movimento e neurologistas gerais. Assim como bolsistas de distúrbios do movimento, residentes de neurologia e estudantes de medicina.</p> Brasília 0 /Courses/17-Escola-de-Jovens-Neurologistas.htm 17ª Escola de Jovens Neurologistas 2025-05-23T18:00:55.173 0 0 Foundational / Beginner Clinician-General Neurologist Clinician-Movement Disorder Specialist Fellow-Movement Disorders Resident-Neurology Student-Medical Portuguese Pan America Brasil In-Person
Advances in Technology and Artificial Intelligence Applications in Movement Disorders
In-PersonEurope
Madrid, Spain
Dec 12, 2025 - Dec 13, 2025
Experienced / Intermediate
990 <p>MDS-ES Advances in Technology and Artificial Intelligence Applications in Movement Disorders delves into crucial aspects of the paradigm shift associated with AI and new technologies in clinical practice and their future challenges. This course will include different topics the application of AI and new technologies in clinical practice, research and teaching, engaging the audience in a comprehensive exploration of the multifaceted dimensions of these tools. Equally important aspects such as ethics and legal aspects of including AI and new technologies in clinical practice will also be covered.<strong></strong><strong></strong></p> 720 0.00 0001-01-01 https://education.movementdisorders.org/Detail/990/MDS-ES-Advances-in-Technology-and-Artificial-Intelligence-Applications-in-Movement-Disorders https://education.movementdisorders.org/Upload/ActivityImages/25ESMD-Tech&AI_202x108552742.jpg https://education.movementdisorders.org/Upload/BannerImages/25ESMD-Tech&AI_734x404890566.jpg 2025-12-12T00:00:00 2025-12-13T00:00:00 Madrid <p><br></p><p><br></p> MDS Education <p><a href="https://d1t84l7yt030ad.cloudfront.net/FroalaFiles/25ESMD%20-%20Course%20Agenda%20TO%20POST%20(w.o%20Faculty)_20052025101825.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><img src="https://s3-us-east-2.amazonaws.com/mds-lms/FroalaFiles/1738175528174_29012025123206.png" class="fr-fic fr-dii" style="width: 125px; height: 125px;"></a><a href="https://d1t84l7yt030ad.cloudfront.net/FroalaFiles/25ESMD%20-%20Course%20Agenda%20TO%20POST%20(w.o%20Faculty)_20052025101825.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Course Schedule</strong><strong> </strong></a><a href="https://form.jotform.com/251355203543146" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><img src="https://s3-us-east-2.amazonaws.com/mds-lms/FroalaFiles/1738175528255_29012025123207.png" class="fr-fic fr-dii" style="width: 125px; height: 125px;"></a><a href="https://form.jotform.com/251355203543146" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Travel Grant</strong></a><strong> </strong><strong> </strong><a href="https://d1t84l7yt030ad.cloudfront.net/FroalaFiles/Faculty%20Listing%20(CD)_29042025091726.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><img src="https://s3-us-east-2.amazonaws.com/mds-lms/FroalaFiles/1738175528216_29012025123207.png" class="fr-fic fr-dii" style="width: 125px; height: 125px;"></a><a href="https://d1t84l7yt030ad.cloudfront.net/FroalaFiles/Faculty%20Listing%20(CD)_29042025091726.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Course Faculty</strong></a></p><p><br></p><p><em>Schedule as of May 20, 2025</em></p><p><strong><em>Application Deadline: </em></strong><em> July 10, 2025</em></p><p><br></p><p><strong>REGISTRATION FEES</strong><br><strong>Members:</strong> $275 USD<br><strong>Members</strong><strong>: Junior / HP / Basic Science / No Fee:</strong> $250 USD<br><strong>Non-Members*:</strong> $325 USD<br><br></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><br><br></p><p><a href="https://s3-us-east-2.amazonaws.com/mds-lms/FroalaFiles/VISA%20STATEMENT%20CANCELLATION%20LANGUAGE_24012024041714.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Click here to view the MDS Regional Course Cancellation Policy & Visa Assistance Information</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>COURSE VENUE</strong></p><p>Venue Name: Vincci Soma Hotel, Madrid, Spain.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>LEARNING OBJECTIVES</strong></p><p>Upon completion of this activity, learners will be able to: </p><p>1. Identify the current status and future landscapes of Artificial Intelligence and New Technologies<br>2. Relate the benefits and goals of application of Artificial Intelligence and New Technologies in patient-centered outcomes<br>3. Integration of Artificial Intelligence in the diagnosis, advanced therapies, HIFU and DBS teleprogramming in Parkinson´s disease.<br>4. Relate the ethics and legal aspects of integrating Artificial Intelligence and New Technologies in clinical practice</p><p><br></p><p><strong>INTENDED AUDIENCE</strong></p><p>This activity is intended for clinicians, fellows, and translational researchers and biomedical engineers.</p> Madrid 0 /Courses/Advances-in-Technology-and-Artificial-Intelligence-Applications-in-Movement-Disorders.htm Advances in Technology and Artificial Intelligence Applications in Movement Disorders 2025-05-20T18:00:55.533 0 0 Experienced / Intermediate Clinician-General Neurologist Clinician-Movement Disorder Specialist Fellow Health Professional-Physio / Physical Researcher-Transitional Resident-Other Europe Spain In-Person
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> 900 0.00 0001-01-01 https://education.movementdisorders.org/Detail/984/MDS-AS-School-for-Young-Neurologists https://education.movementdisorders.org/Upload/ActivityImages/25AFRSYN_202x108984707.png https://education.movementdisorders.org/Upload/BannerImages/25AFRSYN_734x404384053.jpg 2025-11-15T00:00:00 2025-11-16T00:00:00 Pretoria, 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> Course Schedule </strong> </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 </strong></a><strong> </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> </em></strong>August 22<em>, 2025</em></p><p><br></p><p><strong>REGISTRATION FEES</strong><br><strong>Members:</strong> $25 USD<br><strong>Non-Members*:</strong> $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 & 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: </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’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 Africa 0 /Courses/School-for-Young-Neurologists1.htm School for Young Neurologists 2025-05-14T18:00:59.327 0 0 Foundational / Beginner Clinician Clinician-General Neurologist Fellow-Clinical Fellow-Movement Disorders Resident-Neurology Africa In-Person
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