Volume 70, Number 21, May 20, 2008
About this course
- Released: 05/19/2008
- Expires: 05/20/2010
Learning Objectives:
Upon completion of the article by Chahin et al., the participant should be able to:
• Discuss the genetic basis of spinal-bulbar muscular atrophy (Kennedy disease)
• List the clinical features of spinal-bulbar muscular atrophy
• Counsel patients with spinal-bulbar muscular atrophy regarding the likely long-term outcome of the disease
Core Competencies:
The article by Chahin et al. covers the following core competencies:
• Medical Knowledge
• Professionalism
Learning Objectives:
Upon completion of the article by Marras and Lang, the participant should be able to:
• Discuss current and evolving concepts regarding the definition, etiology, and pathogenesis of Parkinson disease (PD)
• List clinical features that occur in patients with Parkinson disease in addition to the movement disorder
• Discuss current concepts regarding symptomatic and disease-modifying therapy of Parkinson disease
Core Competencies:
The article by Marras and Lang covers the following core competency:
• Medical Knowledge
Author Disclosures: Refer to Information and Author section available in the Tool Bar for each article.
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ACCREDITATION STATEMENT
The American Academy of Neurology designates that participants will receive 1.5 AMA PRA Category 1 CME credits if both CME courses for the issue are completed. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. The American Academy of Neurology is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
MISSION STATEMENT/PROGRAM OBJECTIVES
After evaluating a specific article published in Neurology, participants in the CME activity should be able to demonstrate an increase in, or affirmation of, their knowledge of clinical medicine. Participants should be able to evaluate the appropriateness of the clinical information as it applies to the provision of patient care.
PARTICIPANTS
This program is designed for physicians who are involved in providing patient care and who wish to advance their current knowledge of clinical medicine.
CREDITS
The American Academy of Neurology designates that participants will receive 1.5 AMA PRA Category 1 CME credits if both CME courses for the issue are completed.
The American Academy of Neurology is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to sponsor continuing medical education for physicians.
DISCLOSURES
Steven Lewis, MD, has received personal compensation in an editorial capacity for the National Board of Medical Examiners and the American College of Physicians; Paul Schulz, MD, has received personal compensation for activities with Pfizer.
COMMERCIAL SUPPORT
This CME program receives no commercial support.
