2026 Charlotte, NC sessions AAPA, ACPE, AOTA, APA, ASWB, CME, Letter of Completion, NCPD, RD, IPCE Multiple sclerosis outcomes are influenced by far more than disease biology alone. Social determinants of health—including access to care, insurance coverage, transportation, employment, education, social support, and health system design—play a critical role in shaping when MS is diagnosed, …
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2026 Charlotte, NC sessions AAPA, ACPE, AOTA, APA, ASWB, CME, Letter of Completion, NCPD, RD, IPCE Since the Consortium of MS Centers was founded, there have been considerable advances in the neuropsychiatry of multiple sclerosis. Forty years back, the prevalence of cognitive or depressive disorders associated with MS was unknown. Neuropsychiatric changes in MS were …
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 …
2026 Charlotte, NC sessions AAPA, ACPE, AOTA, APA, ASWB, CME, Letter of Completion, NCPD, RD, IPCE Invisible symptoms of multiple sclerosis (MS), including fatigue, cognitive/mood impairment, and sensory disturbances, are major contributors to functional decline and diminished quality of life (QoL), yet remain understudied, underrecognized, and undertreated in people with MS. In this session, we …
2026 Charlotte, NC sessions AAPA, AOTA, APA, ASWB, CME, Letter of Completion, NCPD, IPCE Cognitive impairment is a well-documented issue in multiple sclerosis (MS), with annual screenings recommended by several international MS organizations. However, a number of survey studies in the United States and Europe have indicated that cognitive screenings are not routinely done, which …
2026 Charlotte, NC sessions AAPA, CME, Letter of Completion, NCPD, IPCE OCT (optical coherence tomography) has significantly advanced the clinical practice of neuro-ophthalmology, including the care of patients with demyelinating disease. OCT is a non-invasive, reliable, financially accessible technique for visualizing structures in the eye including the retinal nerve fiber layer (RNFL) and ganglion cell-inner …
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2026 Charlotte, NC sessions AAPA, ACPE, CME, Letter of Completion, NCPD, 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 making diagnosis and use …
2026 Charlotte, NC sessions AAPA, AOTA, APA, ASWB, CME, Letter of Completion, NCPD, IPCE The heterogeneous presentation and unpredictable progression of people with multiple sclerosis (pwMS) result in a unique challenge for clinicians. Compared to other neurological diagnoses commonly seen by rehabilitation clinicians, limited evidence is available to guide intervention. A large share of the …
2026 Charlotte, NC sessions AAPA, AOTA, APA, ASWB, CME, Letter of Completion, NCPD, IPCE This intermediate session addresses a critical and underrepresented area in multiple sclerosis (MS) research and care: fall risk, prevention, and health promotion among individuals who are non-ambulatory or rely on wheeled mobility. Despite growing recognition of fall-related morbidity in MS, existing …
2026 Charlotte, NC sessions AAPA, ACPE, AOTA, APA, ASWB, CME, Letter of Completion, NCPD, IPCE This session will address common challenges in the pharmacological management of neuroimmunological conditions. The discussion will begin with special populations, including pregnant and lactating women and older adults. These life stages are characterized by the potential for spontaneous remission of …