Epilepsy Board Review is a comprehensive course designed to prepare physicians planning to certify in the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, Inc.’s Epilepsy Board Examination.
TOPICS:
- Classification of epilepsy and seizures
- Genetics of epilepsy
- EEG in epilepsy and encephalopathy
- Brain imaging in epilepsy
- Antiepileptic medications
- Indications and outcome of epilepsy surgery
- Intracranial EEG and brain mapping
- Psychosocial aspects of epilepsy
TARGET AUDIENCE
The course content is designed for all healthcare professionals and professional and biomedical researchers with a special interest in the treatment of patients with epilepsy. Including:
- Epileptologists
- Neurologists
- Family practitioners
- Nurses and nurse practitioners
- Physician assistants
- Fellows
- Residents
- Students
- Basic, Translational & Clinical Research Scientists
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
At the close of the course, participants will demonstrate an increased competency in:
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Antiepileptic medications;
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Indications and outcome of epilepsy surgery;
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Genetics of epilepsy;
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Psychosocial aspects of epilepsy;
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Classification of epilepsy and seizures;
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EEG in epilepsy and encephalopathy;
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Intracranial EEG and brain mapping; and
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Brain imaging in epilepsy.
Content :
1 – Epilepsy Classification
2 – Routine EEG
3 – Diagnostic Workshop
4 – AEDs
5 – Management
Course opens: 04/01/2021
Course expires: 12/31/2022
