OVERVIEW

This series will introduce a variety of central nervous system congenital anomalies and the challenges of diagnosis and treatment.  Specific congenital syndromes will be discussed in detail to describe various approaches to each entity.  In addition, models of care as well as future approaches will be discussed.

This session will discuss how to recognize atypical symptoms of pediatric patients based on their head, shape and size, and understanding appropriate indications for imaging.

Webinar Details:  This event is being held as a Zoom webinar and will begin on Friday July 15th, 2022 at 12pm CDT. Click on the "register" button below to register for the event. Once registered, you will receive a link to view the Zoom webinar.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

1. Recognize head shapes in children that should be referred for further treatment
2. Significance of children with head circumferences that are above or below standard curves
3. Understand appropriate indications for imaging of children with head shape or size issues

TARGET AUDIENCE

This activity is designed for neurosurgeons, neurologists, pediatricians, physical medicine and rehabilitation physicians, nurses, physical and occupational therapists, and other healthcare professionals dedicated to the treatment of central nervous system congenital anomalies.  

ACCREDITATION

The University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians. 

The University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine designates this live activity for a maximum of 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

For more information please visit the official event page.