CMSC 2022: What to Expect From the Annual Meeting
May 25th 2022June Halper, MSN, APC-C, MSCN, FAAN, the chief executive officer of the Consortium of Multiple Sclerosis Centers, shared her perspective on what to expect from this year’s annual meeting, which takes place June 1-4, 2022, in National Harbor, Maryland.
Epstein-Barr Virus and MS: Exploring Implications From Bench to Bedside
February 21st 2022Alberto Ascherio, MD, DrPH, and Lawrence Steinman, MD, join NeurologyLive in a conversation about the clinical and research implications of a causative relationship between Epstein-Barr virus and multiple sclerosis.
Understanding Cognitive Decline Based on Multiple Sclerosis Phenotype: Dejan Jakimovski, MD, PhD
January 4th 2022The research assistant professor at the Buffalo Neuroimaging Analysis Center provided context on how different forms of multiple sclerosis impact cognitive decline in patients. [WATCH TIME: 3 minutes]
Therapeutic Approaches to Fatigue in Multiple Sclerosis: Anna Kratz, PhD
November 17th 2021Discussing cognitive behavioral therapy for patients with MS, the associate professor of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and research nonclinical psychologist at the University of Michigan Medicine mentioned different therapeutic options that can benefit this patient population. [WATCH TIME: 3 minutes]
Anna Kratz, PhD, on Managing MS Fatigue in a Multifaceted Way
November 16th 2021Anna Kratz, PhD, associate professor of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, University of Michigan Medicine, spoke to the benefits of a multifaceted approach to managing fatigue for patients with multiple sclerosis.
Strategies, Tools for Treating Fatigue in Multiple Sclerosis: Anna Kratz, PhD
November 16th 2021The associate professor of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation and research nonclinical psychologist at the University of Michigan Medicine discussed challenges when addressing fatigue, as well as the need to integrate digital tools for patients with MS. [WATCH TIME: 4 minutes]
A Multidisciplinary Approach to Fatigue in Multiple Sclerosis: Anna Kratz, PhD
November 14th 2021The associate professor of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation and nonclinical research psychologist at University of Michigan Medicine discussed the complexities of fatigue as a symptom following her presentation at CMCS 2021.
Designing an MS Clinical Trial Focused on Minority Populations: Mitzi Joi Williams, MD
November 11th 2021Outlining the development of the CHIMES trial in multiple sclerosis, the founder and CEO of Joi Life Wellness Group Multiple Sclerosis Center spoke on tactics to get underrepresented populations involved. [WATCH TIME: 2 minutes]
Takeaways for MS Clinicians on COVID-19 Vaccination: Amit Bar-OR, MD, FRCPC, FAAN, FANA
November 9th 2021The chief of the Multiple Sclerosis Division, Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania emphasized current recommendations, which suggest patients with MS get vaccinated for COVID-19. [WATCH TIME: 3 minutes]
Quality of Life Improvements in MS Following Wellness Program: Brian Hutchinson, PT, MSCS
November 8th 2021The director of the Multiple Sclerosis Achievement Center in Sacramento discussed 3-year data from an assessment of the program, outlining key findings and future research efforts. [WATCH TIME: 6 minutes]
COVID-19 Vaccinations and Multiple Sclerosis DMTs: Amit Bar-Or, MD, FRCPC, FAAN, FANA
November 6th 2021The chief of the Multiple Sclerosis Division at the Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, discussed recommendations for COVID-19 vaccination in this patient population, specifically for those on disease-modifying therapies. [WATCH TIME: 2 minutes]
Discussing COVID-19 Vaccinations and Disease-Modifying Therapies in Multiple Sclerosis
November 4th 2021Amit Bar-Or, MD, FRCPC, FAAN, FANA, commented on his presentations at CMSC 2021, one of which focused on COVID-19 vaccination, which experts do not believe poses risks for those on disease-modifying therapies.
Talking Transitional Readiness for Teens With Multiple Sclerosis: Vikram Bhise, MD
November 3rd 2021The associate professor of pediatrics and neurology at Rutgers–Robert Wood Johnson Medical School commented on the need to recognize when adolescent patients are ready to learn more about their condition. [WATCH TIME: 5 minutes]
Transition Readiness, Quality of Life in Pediatric Multiple Sclerosis: Vikram Bhise, MD
October 29th 2021The associate professor of pediatrics and neurology at Rutgers–Robert Wood Johnson Medical School discussed findings from a qualitative study that aimed at understanding priorities and concerns within this patient population during a transitional period.
Diet and Comorbidities in Multiple Sclerosis: Mona Bostick, RDN, LDN, MSCS
October 29th 2021The registered dietitian at Food Matters 365 in Greensboro, North Carolina, discussed the role nutrition can play in treating comorbidities, sharing her thoughts on popular elimination diets. [WATCH TIME: 2 minutes]
Addressing and Assessing Fatigue in MS From a Multidisciplinary Approach
October 29th 2021Anna Kratz, PhD, associate professor of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, and a research nonclinical psychologist, University of Michigan Medicine, offered insight into the multidisciplinary approach to managing fatigue for patients with multiple sclerosis.