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August 23-25, 2018 Puebla, Mexico
September 6-8, 2018 Wurzburg, Germany
September 7-8, 2018 Ottawa, ON, Canada
September 14-15, 2018 Stockholm, Sweden
September 14-16, 2018Torres Vedras, Portugal
October 4, 2018 Hong Kong
November 2, 2018 San Diego, CA, USA
November 2-4, 2018 Bridgend, Wales, United Kingdom
November 9-10, 2018 São Paulo, Brazil
November 16-18, 2018 Lima, Peru
November 22-23, 2018 Groningen, Netherlands
November 29-30, 2018 London, United Kingdom
December 7-9, 2018 Lagos, Nigeria
January 17-19, 2019 Cairo, Egypt
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Welcome to the MDS Outreach Education section. In support of the Society's mission to disseminate knowledge about movement disorders, MDS sponsors the outreach programs listed below which are specifically designed to bring movement disorders education to those areas of the world where it is most needed and often least available. Learn More
MDS is committed to supporting quality movement disorders education in underserved areas.
The Visiting Professor Program supports travel to underserved areas for education and academic exchange.
The Ambassador Program supports travel to underserved areas for education and scientific exchange.
The Virtual Professor Program improves the availability of educational initiatives and training in movement disorders.
MDS is dedicated to improving the way visitors use the website when searching educational content. The new Roadmap to Educational Resources is intended to help navigate the many available educational resources on the MDS website. Start Here.
The Education Committee has developed four new downloadable patient leaflets to share with patients on the following topics:
These leaflets are currently in English. View more patient education leaflets and other educational materials in the Resources area of the website.
In the MDS mission to advance the education of medical professionals worldwide, improve diagnosis and treatment, and encourage research in Parkinson's disease and all other movement disorders, the Society is proud to offer a full spectrum of e-learning educational opportunities to members and non-members alike.
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MDS LEAP has been established to provide a leadership training program to support the growth, development and success of young movement disorder specialists. Learn more.
MDS scales are designed to assist clinicians measure disease severity and activity.
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