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The Consortium of Multiple Sclerosis Centers (CMSC) (www.mscare.org), the leading educational and training organization for healthcare professionals, researchers and scientists working in multiple sclerosis (MS), announces early bird registration until April 30th, for its Annual Meeting, June 1-4, 2022 at the Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center in National Harbor, MD.
The CMSC Annual Meeting is the most comprehensive multidisciplinary MS educational event in North America, providing cutting edge research findings and the latest advances in the diagnosis and treatment in MS for all members of the healthcare team.
“We are proud to be the face of MS care and this year’s Annual Meeting is more important than ever as there are promising new MS therapies on the immediate horizon, diagnostic advancements, and the value of the team approach to MS care is documented worldwide,” said June Halper, CEO, CMSC.
The CMSC educational program includes a full agenda of lectures, symposia, clinical courses, special events, and networking opportunities. Eleven learning tracks were named by the Professional Education committee covering science of MS; research; MS management; symptomatic management; nursing; rehabilitation; mental health; advocacy; skills development; technologic advancements; and wellness.
The CMSC Annual Meeting offers conference delegates continuing medical education credits for physicians, PAs, nurses, pharmacists, psychologists, registered dietitians, social workers and occupational therapists. Several independently supported satellite programs will also offer additional accredited learning opportunities in multiple sclerosis.
Highlights of the 2022 CMSC Annual Meeting include:
-The opening John F. Kurtzke Memorial Lecture on “COVID and MS,” by Dr. Joseph Berger with Penn Medicine.
-Headlining lectures by Dr. Jeffrey Cohen on “Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation to Treat Multiple Sclerosis;” Gary Cutter, PhD, “The Workforce of the Future: What Will It Be?;” and Dr. Anthony Traboulsee, Don Paty's Imaging Legacy.
-New sessions focusing on “Imaging Microglia in MS:’ “Caring for LGBTQ+ People with MS;” “The Role of the Biomarker Neurofilament Light Chain in the Management of MS;” “MS in Ethnically Diverse Populations;” “Late Breaking Science;” and more.
-Networking opportunities including organized meals, poster sessions, Giants of MS recognition program, awards ceremonies, young scholar and mentor programs.
-Leading industry supporters and exhibitors showcasing the latest treatments, products, and innovations in multiple sclerosis care.
-4th Annual More About MS Patient Program: Achieving Health and Happiness While Living with Multiple Sclerosis on June 3rd.
The all-inclusive registration fee for the CMSC Annual Meeting includes access to the entire conference program, exhibits, organized meals, networking forums and most social events. There is a discounted rate for CMSC and IOMSN Members and an early online registration discount is in effect until April 30th. Medical students and interns can receive a special student rate. For more information and to register (including select scholarship opportunities) visit: www.mscare.org/2022 or call 201-487-1050.
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ABOUT CMSC (Consortium of Multiple Sclerosis Centers)
CMSC is a member-driven organization of clinicians and scientists who provide care and drive research in the field of multiple sclerosis. Since 1986, the CMSC has grown rapidly. With over 250 member centers in the United States and Canada, we represent over 13,500 healthcare professionals worldwide, providing care for more than 250,000 individuals with MS.
CMSC provides leadership in clinical research and education; develops vehicles to share information and knowledge among members; disseminates information to the healthcare community and to persons affected by multiple sclerosis; and develops and implements mechanisms to influence health care delivery. The CMSC is an approved provider of continuing education for physicians, PAs, nursing professionals, pharmacists, occupational therapists, psychologists, social workers, and dietitians and its accredited activities have educated thousands of healthcare professionals about the spectrum of needs in MS. For more information go to www.mscare.org.