2023 - 2024 Neurology Basics

The intent of this lecture is to provide an overview of neurological anatomy and components of the neurologic exam.  The presentation will include discussion of localization, neuroanatomy, and a review of the autonomic nervous system.  In addition, there will be extensive discussion on performance and interpretation of results for a neurologic exam, mental status exam, cranial nerve exam, motor exam, coordination exam, and gait exam.

Target Audience

Residents
Physicians

Learning Objectives

Learners will be able to:

  • Describe the concept of localization.
  • Describe basic neuroanatomy.
  • Outline practical applications of the neurologic exam.
  • Assess localization to develop differential diagnoses.
Course summary
Available credit: 
  • 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™

    TeleSpecialists is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

    TeleSpecialists designates this Enduring activity for a maximum of 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Course opens: 
08/09/2023
Course expires: 
06/30/2024
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Speaker(s)

Hermelinda Abcede, MD

has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.
Moderator(s)

Debra Chionis, MS, ACE-MES, ACSM-CEP

has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.
Peer Reviewer(s)

Abhi Kapuria, M.D.

has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

Available Credit

  • 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™

    TeleSpecialists is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

    TeleSpecialists designates this Enduring activity for a maximum of 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

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