Posterior Circulation Stroke - 2026

June 23, 2026

Join us for a high-impact, clinically focused learning experience for those looking to strengthen their skills in posterior circulation stroke recognition and evaluation. This program offers a clear, practical review of posterior circulation anatomy to support accurate and timely diagnosis. Viewers will learn to identify key symptoms, subtle exam findings, and apply a structured bedside assessment approach that can be used immediately in clinical practice.

Target Audience

  • Physicians
  • Physicians Assistants
  • Advanced Practice Nurses
  • Registered Nurses
  • Licensed Practical Nurses

Learning Objectives

Learners will be able to:

  • Describe the anatomy of posterior circulation strokes.
  • Recognize key symptoms and exam findings.
  • Summarize physical exam components.
  • Differentiate peripheral and central vertigo.

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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 Live 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: 
04/02/2026
Course expires: 
06/22/2027
Event starts: 
06/23/2026 - 12:00pm EDT
Event ends: 
06/23/2026 - 1:00pm EDT
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Speaker(s)

Hermelinda Abcede, MD

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

Muhammad Saeed, Bcom

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.
Planner(s)

Caitlyn Boyd, MHA, MSN, RN, CPHQ, CPAHA-Telestroke

has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

This nursing continuing professional development activity was submitted to the Emergency Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation.

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 Live 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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