2023 - 2024 Neurology Essentials - 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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