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Seventh Annual Margaret Hackett Family Program Symposium: Neural Tube Defects, Fetal Surgery & Biology

presented by UChicago Medicine

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Notification icon Friday, May 30, 2025 8 AM - 12 PM America/Los_Angeles

Location Icon Gordon Center for Integrative Science, 929 E 57th St, Chicago, IL

Event info

Overview

Join leading experts for an exploration of central nervous system (CNS) congenital anomalies, their complexities, and evolving treatment strategies! This symposium will comprehensively examine key congenital syndromes, highlighting the latest diagnostic advancements and innovative care models. Through engaging discussions and case-based insights, you’ll gain practical strategies to enhance patient outcomes and navigate the challenges of treating these conditions.

Learning Objectives

After this activity, participants will be able to:

  • Assess CNS congenital anomalies that remain difficult to treat, integrating pathophysiological mechanisms, prognostic factors, and emerging management strategies;
  • Appraise the diagnostic and therapeutic tools available for CNS congenital anomalies, synthesizing current evidence to guide clinical decision-making;
  • Evaluate the psychosocial and ethical complexities of caring for patients with CNS congenital anomalies to enhance patient-centered care;
  • Apply current research findings to optimize the clinical management of CNS congenital anomalies, aligning practice with emerging evidence.                          

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 treating central nervous system congenital anomalies.

Accreditation

The University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine designates this live activity for a maximum of 2.50 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.

Faculty
  • Bakhtiar Yamini

    Program Director

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