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Eye on Neuromyelitis Optica Spectrum Disorder (NMOSD)

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Overview / Abstract:

Neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder (NMOSD) is an autoimmune disease often characterized by sporadic and repeated inflammatory flare ups that can impact the optic nerve and/or spinal cord. With each repeated attack, additional permanent neurological damage will accrue. This CME activity highlights the important role both ophthalmologists and neurologists play in diagnosing and treating NMOSD most efficiently.

Expiration

Mar 01, 2022

Discipline(s)

Nurse Practitioner , Physician CME, Physician Assistant CME

Format

New Procedures, Online, Podcast, Webinar / Webcast / Video

Credits / Hours

0.5

Accreditation

AACME, Inc

Presenters / Authors / Faculty

Michael Levy, MD, PhD
Associate Neurologist, Massachusetts General Hospital
Director, Neuromyelitis Optica Clinic and Research Laboratory
Research Director, Division of Neuroimmunology & Neuroinfectious Disease
Prem Subramanian, MD, PhD
Professor, Ophthalmology
Chief, Neuro-Ophthalmology
University of Colorado Hospital

Activity Specialities / Related Topics

Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, Neurology, Ophthalmology / Optometry, Primary Care

Sponsors / Supporters / Grant Providers

Alexion Pharmaceuticals

Keywords / Search Terms

CheckRare Neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder, NMOSD, rare autoimmune disease, sporadic repeated inflammatory flare ups, optic nerve, spinal cord, ophthalmologists, neurologists, diagnosing and treating NMOSD, Michael Levy MD PhD, Massachusetts General Hospital, Prem Subramanian MD PhD, University of Colorado Hospital, rare disease, rare disorder, CheckRare Free CE CME

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