Webinars

Speakers; Dr. Robyn Whitney-Pediatric Neurologist and Epileptologist at McMaster University; Dr. Ahsan Moosa Naduvil Valappil -pediatric epileptologist and Associate Professor of Neurology at the Cleveland Clinic; Dr. Lily Wong-Kisiel - pediatric epileptologist and the medical director at Mayo Clinic.

Speaker: Professor Moustapha Ndiaye is a renowned pediatric neurologist and full university professor. He currently serves as the head of the Neurology Department at CHU de Fann and is the academic coordinator for the Pediatric Neurology Diploma program at Cheikh Anta Diop University in Dakar.

EEG : A Workshop On Resources, Skills and Sustainability At the end of the workshop, participants will Have a thorough understanding of the specific skill sets needed to report on pediatric EEGs Be motivated to improve and maintain their EEG reporting skills Have the necessary practical knowledge of setting up and running a sustainable pediatric EEG and continuous EEG service, optimizing the available resources. Have the know-how to implement a multi-disciplinary a-EEG program in their NICUs ...

David Callen holds a PhD in neuroimaging in dementia from the University of Toronto and an MD from McMaster University. He completed his residency in pediatric neurology at the University of Toronto. Currently, he is an Associate Professor at McMaster University, where his focus is on education in the field of neurology.

Neurocritical care workshop – “need to know” for the paediatric neurologist Faculty: paediatric neurologists, neuro-intensivists and emergency physicians Aims: This interactive workshop will update the paediatric neurologist on practical and impactful approaches to time-critical neurological emergencies. Insights into interdisciplinary teamwork will be provided. Candidates will have access to evidence updates as well as best practice approaches. Practical pathways and resources available in different settings will also be provided. The workshop is aimed at the core audience of paediatric neurologists and neurology trainees. Candidates of other specialties and streams are welcome....

Artificial/Augmented Intelligence Applications in Education & Research Use of Artificial Intelligence in Medical Education – leveraging large language models to educate students, reducing documentation burden The symposium's first topic explores the use of artificial intelligence in medical education, specifically how large language models can be utilized to educate students and ease documentation burdens. The goal is to enhance the work of health professionals, not replace them. Given the already heavy curriculum in health professions, incorporating AI competencies for learners can be challenging and may lead to negative effects on student well-being and faculty...

HIE prognosis: can we predict using early neurological examination and blood-based biomarkers? Diedre Murray Predicting prognosis remains challenging, especially in mild and moderate HIE. This talk will cover current knowledge regarding the utility of early neurological examination and blood-based biomarkers for the prediction of motor and cognitive outcome following HIE. There will be a particular focus on predictors which are suitable for use in a low resource setting. Learning objectives: • To summarize current evidence on which clinical factors are useful for the prediction of outcome in neonatal HIE •...

Emerging targeted treatments for congenital cerebrovascular disorders- Current State and Future Directions Moran Hausman-Kedem Recent advancements in genetic analysis have facilitated the identification of specific genes and genetic variants responsible for different types of congenital cerebrovascular disorders and have opened the door to the development of targeted therapies aimed at addressing underlying genetic abnormalities. In recent years, several targeted therapies have been developed and studied for the treatment of vascular malformations, including arteriovenous malformations (AVMs) and cavernous malformations (CMs), and have shown positive results in early clinical trials. Current targeted treatments for congenital cerebrovascular disorders include...

Pediatric Headache Disorders and Sleep: Case Based Discussion Anne Marie Morse Dr. Morse will use a series of illustrative cases to highlight the relationship between headache disorders and sleep. The audience will understand the importance of addressing each component of this dyad to optimize clinical outcomes and quality of life. The role of CGRP blockers will be discussed as applies to headache and sleep medicine. If possible, audience participation will be encouraged at this talk, through electronic means (depending on the availability at the venue). This will enable the participants to engage with the presentation. At...

The global burden of CNS infections in Low & Low Middle Income countries Shaheen Akhter Central nervous system (CNS) infections are a major worldwide health concern that impact millions of children annually. Children's CNS infections have an influence not just on the individual but also on families, communities, and global healthcare systems. Gaining an understanding of the aetiology, clinical symptoms, risk factors, epidemiology, and management of CNS infections in children is essential to enhancing treatment outcomes and mitigating the devastating effects of these illnesses. Moreover, survivors may face a substantial burden of disability...