Clinical Neurology I offers a comprehensive foundation in neurological examination, diagnosis, and disease management for healthcare professionals and students. This intensive course discusses hands-on physical examination techniques with modern diagnostic methodologies, preparing students to evaluate and treat a wide spectrum of neurological conditions.
Students will master the core principles of neuromuscular diseases, both acquired and hereditary, while developing expertise in recognizing and managing disorders affecting the peripheral nervous system and neuromuscular junctions. The curriculum covers major CNS pathologies, including multiple sclerosis, stroke, and epilepsy, with special emphasis on evidence-based treatment approaches. Through case-based learning, students will develop clinical reasoning skills essential for diagnosing and managing traumatic brain injuries and spinal cord diseases.
By course completion, students will demonstrate proficiency in neurological examination techniques, interpretation of diagnostic studies, and development of treatment plans for common neurological disorders.
Learning objectives
After the completion of this course, students should be able to:
- Perform a comprehensive neurological examination using standardized techniques.
- Interpret diagnostic tests including EMG, NCS, and neuroimaging studies.
- Differentiate between acquired and hereditary neuromuscular disorders based on clinical presentation.
- Evaluate patients with neuromuscular junction disorders and recommend appropriate treatment plans.
- Identify key clinical features of peripheral neuropathies and their underlying causes.
- Assess spinal cord pathologies through clinical examination and imaging findings.
- Analyze patterns of motor neuron disease progression and their impact on patient care.
- Develop evidence-based treatment strategies for multiple sclerosis and CNS inflammatory conditions.
- Implement acute management protocols for stroke and intracranial hemorrhage.
- Classify seizure types and design appropriate antiepileptic treatment regimens.
- Assess the severity and prognosis of traumatic brain injuries.
- Document neurological findings using standard medical terminology and formats.
Course outline
- Physical Examination and Diagnostic Aids
- Acquired Neuromuscular Diseases
- Hereditary Neuromuscular Disorders
- Disorders of the Neuromuscular Junctions
- Peripheral Neuropathies
- Diseases of the Spinal Cord
- Diseases of the Motor Neurons
- Multiple Sclerosis (MS) and Inflammatory Disorders of the CNS
- Stroke and Intracranial Hemorrhage
- Seizures and Epilepsy
- Head Trauma
