2025 - 2026 Neuroinfectious disease

This course provides an in-depth exploration of neuroinfectious diseases, focusing on the various pathogens that affect the nervous system, including bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites. Participants will learn to differentiate between these pathogens, recognize their clinical presentations, and understand the diagnostic tools and treatment strategies used in managing these infections.

Target Audience

  • Physicians
  • Residents

Learning Objectives

Learners will be able to:

  • Differentiate between the major types of neuroinfectious diseases (bacterial, viral, fungal, parasitic).
  • Recognize the clinical presentations and neurological symptoms associated with common and emerging neuroinfections.
  • Discuss diagnostic tools including CSF analysis, serologies, and neuroimaging findings relevant to neuroinfectious diseases.
  • Summarize initial treatment strategies and understand the principles of antimicrobial therapy in neuroinfectious contexts.

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Course summary
Available credit: 
  • 1.00 Participation
Course opens: 
07/02/2025
Course expires: 
06/30/2026
Rating: 
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Speaker(s)

Jiaying Zhang, M.D.

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)

Robert Fishman, MD

has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

Available Credit

  • 1.00 Participation
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