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Program description:
The program contains
two modules with a complete review of the EEG basic principles and
carefully selected real EEG records depicting a wide variety of
abnormalities. The instruction is delivered through a learning
content management program with easy access via Internet. A weekly Q&A teleconference (see calendar) at 8:30 pm is performed during the entire program.
Module I Module II Calendar
Module I:
Description:
The first module is focused on the basic technical principles of the
EEG and the basic background components including normal and
abnormal patterns. The format is an interactive webcast. Each
session last between 30-45 minutes and is followed by a quiz and
independent reading for a total of 2 hours credit each chapter.
Learning objectives:
Chapter 1: Technical aspects:
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Explain the source of EEG.
• Recognize the
EEG machine parts.
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Define the principles of sensitivity, filters, time constant and
calibration of the
machine.
Chapter 2: Basic principles
• Discuss the rationale for use of montages.
• Use bipolar and
referential montages.
• Define the
concept of polarity.
• Recognize
localization rules.
• Demonstrate how
to troubleshoot for bad EEG recording.
Chapter
3: EEG background
• Define a normal
EEG background.
• Recognize sleep
stages.
• Differentiate
artifacts including eye movements.
• Differentiate
common benign EEG patterns.
Chapter 4: The abnormal EEG part 1 and part 2
• Recognize
abnormal EEG patterns.
• Distinguish
focal abnormalities.
• Differentiate
epileptiform discharges.
• Categorize
abnormal generalized abnormalities.
Module II:
Learning objectives include recognition, differentiation and
categorization of technical aspects, normal background, artifacts,
benign patterns, focal and generalized abnormalities, epileptiform
abnormalities and seizure patterns through the reading of typical
clinical EEGs. The learning objectives include recognition of technical aspects,
normal background, artifacts, benign patterns, focal and generalized
abnormalities, epileptiform abnormalities and seizure patterns.
See a Demo (video shown at smaller scale)
Target audience:
This program is designed for PGY-4 neurology
residents and neurologists.
Objectives:
Upon completion of this program, participants
should be able to:
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Define the basic principles of EEG.
• Recognize
and troubleshoot bad EEG recordings and contaminated records.
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Define the normal EEG patterns.
• Distinguish
the abnormal EEG patterns.
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Judge the clinical significance of the abnormal EEG patterns.
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Perform a written report of the EEG findings.
Accreditation:
This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with
the Essential Areas and policies of the Accreditation Council for
Continuing Medical Education through the joint sponsorship of USF
Health and EEG Care. USF Health is accredited by the ACCME to
provide continuing medical education for physicians.
USF Health designates this live activity for a maximum of 73 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should only claim credit
commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Calendar:
To access the entire
program calendar, please click here
Program Director:
Juan G. Ochoa, MD is
a board certified neurologist and clinical neurophysiologist with a
fellowship in medical education.
Dr. Ochoa is the Director of the Comprehensive Epilepsy Program at the University of South Alabama and residency program director at the same institution. He has earned several teaching recognition awards including the Exemplary Teacher Award by the University of Florida. Full bio can be
found at: http://DrOchoa.org
Technical Requirements
Internet
connection:
High Sped Internet:
DSL or cable connection
Hardware requirements:
CPU: 750 MHz or better
RAM: 256MB
Speakers/Microphone: We strongly recommend the use of a headset with ear plugs and
attached microphone. External speakers will cause the audio signal to
be fed back to the microphone causing an echo and a poor quality audio. If you don’t have a microphone you will be able to
interact using the chat.
Software
requirements: Operating System: Windows 98
or higher. Browser: IE 6.0 or higher,
Firefox 1.0 or higher.
Screen Resolution: For best results set your screen on 1024 x 768 pixels.
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Early Registration on or before December 16th, 2011. Space is Limited!
Physicians:
$2,590 (proof of neurology training is required).
Includes Module I and II.
Residents and Fellows: $1,290 (letter from residency program director is
required) Includes Module I and II.
Registration: After December 16th, 2011
Physicians: $4,990
Residents: $1,990
Online registration requires a credit card. If you wish to pay by check or money order, you may download a printable registration form and mail or fax it in according to the instructions therein.
Registration fees will be refunded minus a cancellation fee of $50.00 until January 11th, 2012 with written notification. No refunds will be made without a reasonable cause after January 11th, 2012.
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