Inaugural Pediatric Neuroscience Conference: A Focus on Epilepsy and Spasticity

Date: November 02, 2019

It is with great pleasure that we invite you to attend the inaugural Sidra Medicine Pediatric Neuroscience Conference (SMPNC). This educational event will feature both local and international experts in the field of neuroscience and will serve to advance the understanding of epidemiology and mechanisms of neurological diseases with a special focus on epilepsy and spasticity, discuss advances in diagnostic and therapeutic interventions, and improve the health outcomes of the children of Qatar living with chronic neurological diseases.

The theme of SPNC-2019 will revolve around two critical areas in pediatric neuroscience:
· Epilepsy with focuses on innovations in new therapeutics and epilepsy surgery.
· Spasticity management including neurosurgical advances.

The conference brings together globally recognized experts in pediatric neurology and neurosurgery from all over the world and offers a unique program that is of global relevance and significant educational impact.

"This activity is an Accredited Group Learning Activity Category 1 as defined by the Qatar Council for Healthcare Practitioners- Accreditation Department (QCHP-AD) and is approved for a maximum of 11 hours for Category 1.” “This activity was planned by and for the healthcare team, and learners will receive 11 hours Interprofessional Continuing Education (IPCE) credits for learning and change."

 

Why should I attend?
SPNC-2019 Scientific Conference is uniting professionals in the fields of Neurology, Neurosurgery, Neuroradiology and rehabilitation medicine. This is a fantastic opportunity for the delegates to network and have issues addressed by recognized experts who are up to date with the latest developments and provide information on new techniques and technologies.

Target Audience:
• Neurologists.
• Neurosurgeons.
• Neurophysiologists.
• Pediatricians.
• Pediatric researchers.
• Pediatric Nurses.
• Allied health specialists (PT, OT, SLP and dietician)
• Trainees (medical students, residents, fellows)