Current Concepts on the Etiology, Pathogenesis, Neuroprotection, and Treatment of Parkinson's Disease
Thursday, June 11, 2009 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM ET

Description and Intended Audience:

This segment features Dr. Ted Rothstein focusing on Early Diagnosis and Treatment of Parkinson's Disease. This activity is intended for neurologists, pharmacists, and other medical professionals with a specific interest in the management of Parkinson's disease.

Learning Objectives:

Upon completion of this Teleconference, participants should be able to:

  • Describe the etiology of Parkinson’s disease
  • Discuss the history and regarding the discovery and evolving understanding of Parkinson’s disease
  • Identify current Medical and Surgical treatment possibilities of Parkinson’s disease
Speaker Information and Disclosures:
Robert Hauser, MD

Ted Rothstein, MD
George Washington University
Associate Professor of Neurology
Director, Medical Student Education Program in Neurology
Washington, DC

Ted Rothstein, MD, is an Associate Professor of Neurology at George Washington University in Washington, DC. Dr. Rothstein received his BS degree from Union College and his medical degree from the Medical College of Virginia, in Richmond. He completed his residency in Neurology at the University of Washington. He is the author of numerous peer-reviewed articles, abstracts and presentations, including "The Neglected Side of Parkinson's Disease" in American Scientist, Volume 96, 2008.

Disclosure: Research Grant – Biogen Idec, Teva, UCB Pharma, Bayer Healthcare, Genzyme. Speakers Bureau – Biogen Idec, Teva, Bayer Healthcare, Serono.

CE Information:

Physicians:

Accreditation Statement

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 Cine-Med and Astute Technology. Cine-Med is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

Designation Statement

Cine-Med, Inc. designates this educational activity for a maximum of 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Pharmacists:

Cine-Med is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education as a provider of continuing pharmacy education. This program is accredited for 0.1 CEU (1.0 contact hour) of continuing education credit. ACPE Universal Number 0399-09-006-H01-P. Activity type: knowledge-based.

How to get CE credit:

To receive credit, participants must view the webcast, register on this site, and successfully complete the post-test and evaluation (successful passing grade >=70%). Certificates can be printed on line.