Resources for Allied Health Professionals 

MDS Case Presentation: A 4-Year-Old With Spells of Inbalance

On Demand

15 Minutes

Foundational / Beginner

943This brief 15 minute case presentation will provide the learner with an opportunity to accept the role of a decisive clinician regarding a clinical case of a 4 year-old patient with spells of inbalance.Biomarkers, Biomarkers & Diagnostic Tools, Care Models, Dystonia, Gait & Balance Disorders, Genetic & Hereditary Disorders, Genetics, Hyperkinetic Movement Disorders, Neuroimaging, Neuropathology, Nutritional Therapy, Other Movement Disorders, Pediatrics, Rating Scales, Therapies-OtherClaudio M. De Gusmao, MD, PhD150.00https://education.movementdisorders.org/Detail/943/MDS-Case-Presentation:-A-4-Year-Old-With-Spells-of-Inbalancehttps://education.movementdisorders.org/Upload/ActivityImages/Case-based-Series866197.jpghttps://education.movementdisorders.org/Upload/BannerImages/caseimg746707.jpg2026-03-17T00:00:002029-03-17T00:00:00MDS Education<p><strong>FACULTY</strong></p><p>Claudio M. De Gusmao, MD, PhD - Mass General Brigham/Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, United States</p><p><br></p><p><strong>LEARNING OBJECTIVES</strong></p><p>Upon completion of this activity, learners will be able to:</p><p>1. Develop a step-by-step diagnostic approach to a wide spectrum of movement disorders based on clinical history, phenomenology and investigation findings.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>INTENDED AUDIENCE</strong></p><p>This activity is intended for clinicians, other health professionals, researchers, policy makers from throughout the world, both MDS members and non-members, who interact with patients living with Movement Disorders.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>HARDWARE AND SOFTWARE REQUIREMENTS</strong></p><p>1. Active Internet connection (DSL or Cable). Dial-up connection will have constant buffering problem.</p><p>2. Compatible with Windows PC and MAC (256 MB of RAM or higher).</p><p>3. Activity is best viewed on Internet Explorer 9.0 or higher, Safari 5.0 or higher and Firefox 29.0 or higher.</p><p>4. Adobe Flash Player 12.0 (or higher).</p><p>5. Adobe Reader to print certificate.</p>0/Courses/MDS-Case-Presentation-A-4-Year-Old-With-Spells-of-Inbalance.htmMDS Case Presentation: A 4-Year-Old With Spells of Inbalance2026-03-17T03:00:51.61000Foundational / BeginnerOn-DemandBiomarkersDystoniaGait &amp; Balance DisordersGenetic &amp; Hereditary DisordersGeneticsNeuroimagingNeuropathologyNutritional TherapyPediatricsRating Scales

Train the Trainer Program for Speech and Language Therapists - Trainer Application

In-Person

Salerno

Sep 17, 2026 - Sep 18, 2026

Foundational / Beginner

1087<p>The MDS-ES Train the Trainer Program for Speech and Language Therapists seeks to support the training of speech and language therapists to identify common movement disorders and advise on appropriate next steps in the diagnosis, management, and care of patients with movement disorders. The MDS Train the Trainer Program (TTP) will take place June - October 2026 using 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 allied health professionals in their local languages and organizations.<br /></p>Ataxias, Chorea/Huntingtons Disease (HD), Corticobasal Syndrome (CBS)/Corticobasal Degeneration (CBD), Drug-induced Movement Disorders/Tardive dyskinesia, Dystonia, Freezing of Gait (FOG), Functional Movement Disorders, Gait & Balance Disorders, Genetic & Hereditary Disorders, Hyperkinetic Movement Disorders, Lewy-body dementia (LBD), Movement Disorders Emergencies, Multiple Systems Atrophy (MSA), Myoclonus, Non-motor Symptoms/Disorders, Other Movement Disorders, Parkinson Disease/Hypokinetic Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease (PD), Progressive Supranuclear Palsy (PSP), Rare/Uncommon Movement Disorders, Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS)/Periodic Limb Movement Disorder (PLMD), Speech Disorders, Speech Therapy, Stiff Person syndrome (SPS), Therapies-Other, Tics/Tourettes syndrome (TS), Tremor/Essential Tremor (ET)8700.00https://education.movementdisorders.org/Detail/1087/MDS-ES-Train-the-Trainer-Program-for-Speech-and-Language-Therapists---Trainer-Applicationhttps://education.movementdisorders.org/Upload/ActivityImages/26ESTTP_202x10892189.pnghttps://education.movementdisorders.org/Upload/BannerImages/26ESTTP_734x404318891.jpg2026-09-17T00:00:002026-09-18T00:00:00Salerno<p><br></p><p><br></p>MDS Education<p><a href="https://d1t84l7yt030ad.cloudfront.net/FroalaFiles/26ESTTP In-Person Training Schedule_no faculty_16032026115934.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><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>&nbsp;</strong><!--[if !vml]--><!--[endif]--><strong>&nbsp;</strong><!--[if !vml]--><img width="98" height="98" src="https://d1t84l7yt030ad.cloudfront.net/FroalaFiles/1747846457070_21052025115417.png" class="fr-fic fr-dii"><!--[endif]--><strong>Course Faculty</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong><em><span style="color: rgb(184, 49, 47);">Application</span></em></strong><span style="color: rgb(184, 49, 47);">&nbsp;<em><strong>Deadline:</strong></em></span><em><span style="color: rgb(184, 49, 47);"><strong>&nbsp;</strong>April 30, 2026</span></em></p><p><br></p><p><strong>TRAIN THE TRAINER FOR SPEECH AND LANGUAGE THERAPISTS: BACKGROUND</strong></p><p>The MDS Train the Trainer Program (TTP) will occur beginning in mid-2026 and ending in mid-2027 using 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 allied health professionals in their local languages and organizations.<br><br><strong>PROGRAM OVERVIEW</strong><br>The MDS-ES Train the Trainer Pilot Program occurs from June 2026 &ndash; July 2027.<br><br><strong><span style="color: rgb(184, 49, 47);">Accepted Trainers must complete all components of the MDS-ES Train the Trainer Program outlined below.</span></strong><br><br></p><ul><li><strong>Online Education: June &ndash; September 2026</strong><br>Participate in online lectures and discussion. &nbsp;Additional information on dates and format will be shared during the orientation call.<br><em>Supplemental online modules will be provided to attendees. It is expected that all attendees planning to apply for the in-person Train the Trainer Program</em><span style="box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;"><em><strong><span style="color:rgb(184, 49, 47);">&nbsp;</span></strong></em></span><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><em>for Speech and Language Therapists complete these online modules.</em></span><br><br></li><li><strong>In-Person Workshop: September 17-18, 2025 &ndash; Salerno, Italy</strong><br>Required in-person workshop scheduled for September 17-18, 2026 in Salerno, Italy. MDS will provide travel support for Trainers to participate in person.<br><em>IMPORTANT: In-person participation at the Workshop is <strong><u>mandatory</u></strong> for acceptance in the program. If you cannot attend the Workshop, please do not apply for the program.</em><br><br></li><li><strong>Discussion of Local Training Plans: September &ndash; October 2026</strong><br>Trainers will present and discuss their Local Training Implementation Plans with a faculty mentor prior to implementation.<br><br></li><li><strong>Implementation of Local Training Program: November 2026 &ndash; July 2027</strong><br>Trainers prepare and implement the local training programs in their home institutions or other appropriate setting. Trainers must complete the training and required event reporting before the end of July 2027.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>LEARNING OBJECTIVES</strong></p><p>1. Describe the specific communication and swallowing needs of patients with Movement Disorders</p><p>2. Indicate and discuss the most appropriate assessment tools -clinical and instrumental- to use for communication and swallowing problems of patients with Movement Disorders</p><p>3. Integrate information and propose a treatment plan based on evidence and Movement Disorders-specific clinical needs</p><p>4. Evaluate and revise the management of communication and swallowing&nbsp;</p><p>5. Plan and present a local training program to transfer learning to colleagues</p><p><br><strong>INTENDED AUDIENCE</strong></p><p>The MDS-ES Train the Trainer Program is intended for speech and language therapists residing within the MDS-European Section.<br><br><em>Eligible applicants must:</em></p><ul><li>Be a credentialed allied health professional with a current affiliation at a hospital, clinic, or medical school</li><li>Be a current MDS Member residing and practicing within the MDS-European Section</li><li>Have the ability to host training for allied health professionals in local institution. (Local training can be presented in English or local language.)</li><li>Provide verification of permission from Institution/Department Director to participate in MDS-ES Train the Trainer Program (June 2026 &ndash; October 2026), including in person attendance at the Training Workshop (September 17-18, 2026, Salerno, Italy)</li><li>Provide verification of ability and permission to coordinate and implement a local training session at home institution or appropriate national society event (November 2026 &ndash; July 2027)</li></ul>Salerno0/Courses/Train-the-Trainer-Program-for-Speech-and-Language-Therapists---Trainer-Application.htmTrain the Trainer Program for Speech and Language Therapists - Trainer Application2026-03-16T15:01:21.19000Foundational / BeginnerIn-PersonAtaxiasChorea/Huntingtons Disease (HD)Corticobasal Syndrome (CBS)/Corticobasal Degeneration (CBD)Drug-induced Movement Disorders/Tardive dyskinesiaDystoniaFreezing of Gait (FOG)Functional Movement DisordersGait &amp; Balance DisordersGenetic &amp; Hereditary DisordersLewy-body dementia (LBD)Movement Disorders EmergenciesMultiple Systems Atrophy (MSA)MyoclonusParkinson's Disease (PD)Progressive Supranuclear Palsy (PSP)Rare/Uncommon Movement DisordersRestless Legs Syndrome (RLS)/Periodic Limb Movement Disorder (PLMD)Speech DisordersSpeech TherapyStiff Person syndrome (SPS)Tics/Tourettes syndrome (TS)Tremor/Essential Tremor (ET)

Genetic Counseling in Parkinson's Disease

On Demand

60 Minutes

Foundational / Beginner

1050Genetics has become an important clinical tool and can also identify people at risk for disease.&nbsp; This is an introductory module on genetic counseling and testing for Parkinson&rsquo;s disease and includes some of the most important aspects to consider.&nbsp;Biomarkers & Diagnostic Tools, Genetics, Parkinson Disease/Hypokinetic Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease (PD)Deborah Raymond, MS, CGC, Maya Rawal, MS, CGC, Rachel Saunders Pullman, MD, MPH , MS601.00https://education.movementdisorders.org/Detail/1050/Genetic-Counseling-in-Parkinson's-Diseasehttps://education.movementdisorders.org/Upload/ActivityImages/05INTERACT-45-001-Genetic-Counseling-202x108969975.jpg2026-02-16T00:00:002029-02-16T00:00:00<p><strong>ACCREDITATION STATEMENT</strong></p><p>This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME). The International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>CREDIT DESIGNATION STATEMENT</strong></p><p>The International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society designates this activity for a maximum of 1 <em>AMA PRA Category 1 Credits&trade;</em>. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>FACULTY DISCLOSURE</strong></p><p>All individuals in control of content for this activity are required to disclose all financial relationships with ineligible companies (as defined by the ACCME) over the last 24 months. Disclosure information is available <a class="fr-file" href="https://d1t84l7yt030ad.cloudfront.net/FroalaFiles/Disclosures - Genetic Counseling in Parkinson's Disease _17122025113848.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">HERE.</a> All relevant financial relationships have been mitigated in advance of this program.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>SATISFACTORY COMPLETION</strong></p><p>Participants must complete an evaluation for each session they attend to receive continuing medical education credit. Your chosen session(s) must be attended in their entirety. Partial credit for individual sessions is not available.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>METHOD OF PARTICIPATION&nbsp;</strong></p><p>Your chosen sessions must be attended in their entirety. Partial credit of individual sessions is not available. If you are seeking continuing education credit for a specialty not listed in the Accreditation Statement, it is your responsibility to contact your licensing/certification board to determine course eligibility for your board requirement.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>CONTENT VALIDITY STATEMENT</strong></p><p>All recommendations involving clinical medicine in MDS activities are based on evidence that is accepted within the profession of medicine as adequate justification for their indications and contraindications in the case of patients. All scientific research referred to, reported or used in CME in support or justification of a patient care recommendations conforms to the generally accepted standards of experimental design, data collection and analysis. Activities that promote recommendations, treatment or manners of practicing medicine not within the definition of CME or are knowing to have risks or dangers that outweigh the benefits or are knowing to be ineffective in the treatment of patients do not constitute valid CME.</p>MDS Education<p><span style="background-color: null;"><strong>FACULTY</strong></span></p><p>Deborah Raymond, MS, CGC - Mount Sinai Beth Israel Medical, New York, NY, United States</p><p>Maya Rawal, MS, CGC - Mount Sinai Beth Israel Medical, New York, NY, United States</p><p>Rachel Saunders-Pullman, MD, MPH, MS - Mount Sinai Beth Israel Medical, New York, NY, United States</p><p><br></p><p><strong>LEARNING OBJECTIVES</strong></p><p>Upon completion of this activity, learners will be able to:&nbsp;</p><p>1. Understand the principal components of genetic counseling for Parkinson&rsquo;s disease</p><p>2. Understand the most common genetic contributors to Parkinson&rsquo;s disease&nbsp;</p><p>3. Understand genetic testing types</p><p>4. Understand the meaning of test results and how genetic variants are interpreted</p><p><br></p><p><strong>INTENDED AUDIENCE</strong></p><p>This activity is intended for students, residents, primary care providers, internists, allied health, non-neurology specialists, and industry who have limited to no movement disorder experience.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>HARDWARE AND SOFTWARE REQUIREMENTS</strong></p><p>1. Active Internet connection (DSL or Cable). Dial-up connection will have constant buffering problem.</p><p>2. Compatible with Windows PC and MAC (256 MB of RAM or higher).</p><p>3. Activity is best viewed on Internet Explorer 9.0 or higher, Safari 5.0 or higher and Firefox 29.0 or higher.</p><p>4. Adobe Flash Player 12.0 (or higher).</p><p>5. Adobe Reader to print certificate.</p>0/Courses/Genetic-Counseling-in-Parkinsons-Disease.htmGenetic Counseling in Parkinson's Disease2026-02-16T15:01:04.61700Foundational / BeginnerOn-DemandGeneticsParkinson's Disease (PD)

School for Device Aided Therapies in Parkinson’s Disease

In-Person

Bangkok

May 06, 2026 - May 07, 2026

Experienced / Intermediate

1070<p>The <em>MDS-AOS School for Device Aided Therapies in Parkinson&rsquo;s Disease</em> aims to cultivate the next generation of experts in DBS and infusion therapy for PD, providing them with a comprehensive overview, case-based discussion and hands-on workshop in DBS and infusion therapy in PD. This year's school will start with the basics and then discuss recent updates of DBS and infusion therapy in PD.<br /><br /><span style="color:#990000;"><strong>REGISTRATION DEADLINE: April 22, 2026</strong></span><strong></strong><strong></strong></p>Clinical Trials, Deep brain stimulation, Focused Ultrasound, Gene Therapies, Infusion therapy, Parkinson Disease/Hypokinetic Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease (PD), Therapies-Surgical6900.00https://education.movementdisorders.org/Detail/1070/MDS-AOS-School-for-Device-Aided-Therapies-in-Parkinson’s-Diseasehttps://education.movementdisorders.org/Upload/ActivityImages/26AOSNMOD_202x108589130.png2026-05-06T00:00:002026-05-07T00:00:00King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital, Bangkok<p><br></p><p><br></p>MDS Education<p><a href="https://d1t84l7yt030ad.cloudfront.net/FroalaFiles/26AOSNMOD Course Schedule_03032026102610.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>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;</strong><a href="https://d1t84l7yt030ad.cloudfront.net/FroalaFiles/Faculty Listing_LMS_02032026012240.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 March 1, 2026</em><br><br></p><p><strong>REGISTRATION FEES</strong><br><strong>Members:&nbsp;</strong>$200 USD<br><strong>Junior &amp; No-Fee Members:&nbsp;</strong>$150 USD<br><strong>Non-Members:&nbsp;</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 &amp; Visa Assistance Information</a></p><p><br></p><p><span style="background-color: null;"><strong>COURSE VENUE</strong></span></p><p>King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital</p><p>Bangkok, Thailand<br><br></p><p><strong>SCHEDULE OVERVIEW<em>&nbsp;</em></strong></p><p>Day 1: Wednesday, May 6, 2026 | 8:15 - 17:10<br>Day 2: Thursday, May 7, 2026 | 8:30 - 17:20</p><p><br></p><p><strong>LEARNING OBJECTIVES</strong></p><p>Upon completion of this activity, learners will be able to:&nbsp;</p><p>1. Develop the multi-disciplinary team for deep brain stimulation and infusion therapy</p><p>2. Classify the candidates of deep brain stimulation and infusion therapy</p><p>3. Compare the various targets for deep brain stimulation and choose the best target for subjects</p><p>4. Act initial programming and troubleshooting in patients with deep brain stimulation and those with infusion therapy</p><p>5. Act with deep brain stimulation programmer and infusion pump during hands-on workshops</p><p>6. Establish a local and international network of young clinicians and researchers, fostering collaborations and facilitating future research in the field of deep brain stimulation</p><p><br></p><p><strong>INTENDED AUDIENCE</strong></p><p>The target audience is clinicians, movement disorder specialists, fellows, neurology residents, clinical researchers, and clinical nurse specialists.<br><br></p>Bangkok0/Courses/School-for-Deep-Brain-Stimulation-and-Infusion-Therapy-in-Parkinsons-Disease.htmSchool for Device Aided Therapies in Parkinson’s Disease2026-01-29T12:01:06.52300Experienced / IntermediateIn-PersonClinical TrialsDeep brain stimulationFocused UltrasoundGene TherapiesInfusion therapyParkinson's Disease (PD)