Child Neurology: Discoveries and Practice

When: Thursday, October 24, 2003/ 9:30 AM - 4 PM

Features: New research into childhood neuro disorders and new AAN Practice Guidelines

Topics: Epilepsy, Autism, Brain Injury, Genetic Diseases, Mental Retardation, Neuroimaging, and new Incidence and Prevalence Data

Presenters: Steven Ashwal, MD, President of the Child Neurology Society, Loma Linda, CA; Deborah Hirtz, MD, NINDS/NIH, Director-Clinical Trials; Pauline Filipek, MD, UC Irvine Medical Center; Patrick Barnes, MD, Chief of Pediatric Neuroradiology, Stanford; Darryl De Vivo, MD, Neurological Institute, NY, William C. Mobley, MD, PhD, Stanford, and Donna Ferriero, MD, University of California, San Francisco

Where: San Francisco, Crowne Plaza, 480 Sutter St., near Union Square

More Info: Kathy Stone at 651-695-2763, Cheryl Alementi, 651-695-2737

Sponsors: American Academy of Neurology/AAN Education & Research Foundation

Co-Sponsors: Child Neurology Society/Child Neurology Society Foundation

Not just a briefing.

This program includes new studies and guidelines. This unique press conference focuses on the latest developments in child neurology presented by some of the nation's top pediatric neurologists. There is no fee to attend but space is limited so please register early. Lunch is provided. Come for the morning, the afternoon, or all day. A confirmation of registration will be sent.