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Cognitive Impairment in MS: Clinical Diagnosis, Monitoring, and Rehabilitation Part 1: Providing Cognitive Rehabilitation in Clinical Practice: Can This be Done? Part 2: The IMSCOGS-ECTRIMS Consensus Criteria to Diagnose and Monitor Cognitive Impairment in MS: Focus on the 2024 McDonald Crite

2026 Charlotte, NC sessions AAPA, ACPE, AOTA, APA, ASWB, CME, Letter of Completion, NCPD, IPCE Part 1: Up to 70% of people with MS suffer from cognitive dysfunction, which can have a profound impact on everyday life. Treatment can include cognitive rehabilitation, exercise and medication. This symposium will provide an evidence-based perspective on treatment approaches …

Whitaker Platform Session

2026 Charlotte, NC sessions AAPA, ACPE, AOTA, APA, ASWB, CME, Letter of Completion, NCPD, RD, IPCE This platform session will feature cutting-edge investigations from emerging and established researchers, highlighting novel insights into the biological mechanisms, biomarkers, and clinical manifestations of multiple sclerosis (MS). Presentations will explore accelerated aging in MS through neuroimaging and proteomic approaches, …

Driving Discovery in MS: The Power of Research Integrated Care

2026 Charlotte, NC sessions AAPA, ACPE, AOTA, APA, ASWB, CME, Letter of Completion, NCPD, RD, IPCE Research is the driving force behind progress in multiple sclerosis, turning scientific discoveries into meaningful advances in patient care and treatment. This two-hour session will explore how clinical research is integrated into patient-centered MS practice and highlight the contributions …

Malnutrition, Body Composition, and Frailty in MS

2026 Charlotte, NC sessions AAPA, AOTA, APA, ASWB, CME, Letter of Completion, NCPD, RD, IPCE Malnutrition is a multifaceted condition resulting from insufficient protein/energy balance that adversely affects body composition and physiological reserve. It can stem from disease-specific processes that have high energy demands including immune dysfunction and inflammation. As such, people with MS may …

Community Wellness Program Models for People Living with MS

2026 Charlotte, NC sessions AAPA, ACPE, AOTA, APA, ASWB, CME, Letter of Completion, NCPD, RD, IPCE This Clinical Course would cover different models in delivering wellness for people living with MS. The course would highlight the type of information and interventions delivered to better form community and decrease social isolation. It would also highlight how …

Fundamentals of MS Care Part 2 The History of MS, Diagnosis, Managing Specific Population, and Comprehensive Care

2026 Charlotte, NC sessions AAPA, ACPE, AOTA, APA, ASWB, CME, Letter of Completion, NCPD, RD, IPCE These Sessions offer a multidisciplinary approach to the diagnosis and management of multiple sclerosis. A comprehensive overview of MS will be presented to include epidemiology, immunology, pathophysiology, natural history, and clinical course. Presentations will include unraveling the complexity of …

Current Topics and Trends in Rehabilitation Part 2: Part A: Neuromodulation for Functional Recovery in MS: The Role of Spinal Cord Stimulation Part B: Fatigue and Fatigability in MS: Mechanisms, Measurement and Management

2026 Charlotte, NC sessions AAPA, ACPE, AOTA, APA, ASWB, CME, Letter of Completion, NCPD, IPCE Part A: Neuromodulation for Functional Recovery in MS: The Role of Spinal Cord Stimulation Spinal cord stimulation is a neuromodulation technique used to amplify sensorimotor recovery after neurologic injury. Historically, the need for implantable epidural stimulators has limited their use. …

Managing Non-Multiple Sclerosis Patients in a Multiple Sclerosis Practice: Rare Neuroimmunological Disorders – Everything You Need to Know Part 2

2026 Charlotte, NC sessions AAPA, ACPE, AOTA, APA, ASWB, CME, Letter of Completion, NCPD, RD, IPCE This session will introduce participants to the biologic and clinical basics of rare neuroimmune conditions such as neuromyelitis optic, anti-MOG associated disorder, autoimmune encephalitis, myelitis, neurosarcoidosis and stiff person syndrome. Participants will be educated about diagnostic criteria and appropriate …

Whitaker Invited Lectures

2026 Charlotte, NC sessions AAPA, ACPE, AOTA, APA, ASWB, CME, Letter of Completion, NCPD, RD, IPCE This session will explore emerging and high-impact developments shaping the future of multiple sclerosis (MS) care and research. Dr. Moein Amin will discuss the expanding role of artificial intelligence in MS, highlighting applications in diagnosis, imaging analysis, prognostication, and …

Stronger You, Stronger MS Care

2026 Charlotte, NC sessions AAPA, ACPE, AOTA, APA, ASWB, CME, Letter of Completion, NCPD, RD, IPCE Delivering exceptional MS care requires purpose driven, adaptable, and engaged teams. This interactive course explores how workforce wellbeing can be integrated into leadership and professional development. Using evidence-based frameworks and practical tools, participants will learn strategies to foster meaning …