Find upcoming live conferences, conference archives, and self-study offerings. Program books and abstracts for archived conferences provided if available.
CME Programs
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Diagnosing Multiple Sclerosis: Clinically Isolated Syndrome
Multiple sclerosis is often heralded by a single demyelinating event known as a clinically isolated syndrome (CIS) but in many cases it is unrecognized, as opposed to clinically definite MS (CDMS). The timely identification of CIS is important because early treatment with one of the disease-modifying drugs may significantly improve symptoms and delay onset of CDMS. The clinical data indicates that many CIS patients will benefit from treatment with disease-modifying agents at an early stage rather than waiting for additional symptoms.
Clinical Cases in the Diagnosis and Management of Early Multiple Sclerosis
Via interactive case presentations, this program will review the initial diagnosis of MS and early treatment options. The program presents both recent clinical data and expert opinion on the potential clinical benefits of the early diagnosis and management of CIS.
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Medicare Part D: Implications for Physicians and Patients*
Online CME site of The Kenneth M. Alford Medical Education Center (KAMEC). KAMEC is the medical education arm of the 501(c)(3) non-profit Jacobs Neurological Institute (JNI) located within the Department of Neurology at the State University of New York at Buffalo, School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences. This course can be taken for CME credit or for information only.
*Please note that you are leaving the National MS Society web site. We are not responsible for the content or accuracy of the information provided on the KAMEC site.
National Professional Education Programs
- Psychosocial Intervention in Multiple Sclerosis: Strategies for Mental Health Professionals
This continuing education program for mental health professionals is offered at locations around the country. The program addresses a variety of topics, including an overview of the disease; adapting to life with MS; cognitive dysfunction; sexuality and intimacy; and parenting choices and challenges. By participating in this program, mental health professionals will be better able to help people affected by MS cope with and adapt to the intrusion of MS in their lives. Licensed mental health professionals who complete the program are encouraged to contact their local chapter for information about becoming part of chapter's referral list of mental health providers. -
Early Diagnosis and Early Treatment of MS: What Nurses Need to Know
This continuing education program for nurses is offered at locations around the country. The program emphasizes the importance of early treatment of MS with disease-modifying therapies. By participating in this program, nurses will be better able to help people with MS formulate realistic therapeutic expectations and adhere to a treatment regime.
Self-Study Offerings
- Multiple Sclerosis: The Nursing Perspective
Through a collaborative agreement with The CE Solutions Group, an approved provider of continuing education in nursing, we offer this self-study course for nurses which reviews the medical, rehabilitative and psychosocial issues and treatments related to the care of individuals with MS. This course, approved for 5 contact hours, is part of the National MS Society's Pamela Cavallo Professional Education Series and can be obtained by calling 1-866-MS-TREAT (1-866-678-7328) or writing to healthprof_info@nmss.org. - MS Nursing: Introduction to Multiple Sclerosis Nursing Care
This series of online articles is intended for nurses who are new to the care of people with MS. Developed in collaboration with the University of New Mexico Health Science Center, the articles are written by MS specialist nurses and covers topics important to people with MS. The articles—about 2000 words in length—each conclude with a set of review exercises so that readers can test their new knowledge. Available in a convenient PDF document format, the articles can be read online or printed for later study. - Multiple Sclerosis: New Options for Care
A continuing education module for nurses on MS care
by Nancy Holland, EdD, RN, MSCN
VP of Clinical Programs, National MS Society
Update your knowledge of current treatment of multiple sclerosis. Available on the Nursing Spectrum website.
ACTRIMS Programs
- In 2008, the Americas Committee on Treatment and Research in Multiple Sclerosis (ACTRIMS) will host an international meeting for clinicians, clinical researchers and basic scientists in Montreal. Offered in collaboration with ECTRIMS and LACTRIMS (sister organizations in Europe and Latin America), the World Congress on Treatment and Research in Multiple Sclerosis will be held September 17-20, 2008 at the Palais des congres de Montreal.
Click here for information about ACTRIMS and its other future and past programs.
MS Training Opportunities
- University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas
In collaboration with the National MS Society, the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center has developed continuing education programs for qualified healthcare professionals interested in receiving advanced training in the multidisciplinary management of MS.
Developed and supported through a grant administered by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, The Multiple Sclerosis Comprehensive Treatment Training Program offers instruction on a variety of MS topics. The program, which features an internationally recognized faculty, is directed by Dr. Elliott Frohman.