About this event
Join us for a comprehensive update on the latest advances in paediatric neurology at the Paediatric Neurology Update 2024. This event brings together leading experts in the field to discuss the diagnosis and management of common childhood neurological diseases, cutting-edge research, innovative treatments, and emerging trends. Whether you're a paediatrician, neurologist or an allied health professional, this conference offers valuable insights into various aspects of neurology and paediatric care.
What's new in 2024?
This year's programme will feature 3 focused sessions followed by a video-based interactive learning session. Recorded presentations will be made available to registered attendees for a period of 3 months (subject to speaker consent).
Acute neurology
- An update on stroke including the recently updated SCHN guidelines.
- How to identify stroke in a child and the risk factors to consider.
- Stroke mimics and management.
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Infection-induced encephalopathies
Epilepsy
- An update on seizure syndromes and an approach to management.
- New treatments and their indications in the paediatric population.
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Epilepsy in adolescence, focusing on fertility, driving and beyond.
Headache syndromes and neurofibromatosis type 1
- An update on headache syndromes and how to differentiate between them.
- An update on headache management including emerging new treatments with a focus on pain.
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Neurofibromatosis type 1 management in the community and a discussion on management of neuromuscular emergencies.
To see the full program and purchase tickets, please visit the Eventbrite Page.
- When:
Wednesday 13 November 2024,
9:00am - 5:00pm - Where:
Lorimer Dods Lecture Theatre, The Children's Hospital at Westmead (in-person only)
- Registration fee:
$150 - $250
- Organiser:
TY Nelson Department of Neurology and Neurosurgery, The Children's Hospital at Westmead
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