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Multiple Sclerosis

Multiple Sclerosis Lecture Series: Diagnosis

Name: Multiple Sclerosis Lecture Series: Diagnosis
Uploaded: 8/25/2022
Duration: T38M40S
Description: This second lecture in the Multiple Sclerosis Series examines a 4-step process used to confirm if a patient has MS. Hear 2 case studies and learn about common barriers to correct diagnosis and consequences to misdiagnosing MS.

Learning Objectives
1. Apply a 4-step approach to confirming a Multiple Sclerosis diagnosis
2. Summarize barriers to making a correct Multiple Sclerosis diagnosis
3. Recognize the consequences of making a Multiple Sclerosis misdiagnosis

0.75 Credit CME

Stanford Medicine

Activity Information and Disclosures

Published Online: August 25, 2022 Video 38 min 40 sec

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Internet Enduring Material sponsored by Stanford University School of Medicine. Presented by the Stanford University School of Medicine's Department of Neurology and Center for Continuing Medical Education. How is Multiple Sclerosis accurately diagnosed? This second lecture in the Multiple Sclerosis Series explores how to use a 4-step process to confirm if a patient has MS. Listen and examine 2 case studies and learn common barriers to a correct diagnosis. Learn why there are consequences to misdiagnosing MS in patients. This activity will appeal to all healthcare providers who want expert instruction about the diagnostic criteria, best practices in examination, careful interpretation of MRI scans, and common mistakes to avoid.

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In support of improving patient care, Stanford Medicine is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.

Credit Designation Statement: Stanford Medicine designates this Enduring Material for a maximum of 0.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

This educational activity is supported in part by an educational grant from Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation.

Financial Support Disclosure Statement: Stanford Medicine adheres to the Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited Continuing Education.

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There are no relevant financial relationships with ACCME-defined ineligible companies for anyone who was in control of the content of this activity.

Lucas B. Kipp, MD

Stanford Hospital & Clinics

Course Director

Grant or research support-Roche/Genentech

Grant or research support-Biogen Idec

Jamie McDonald, MD

Stanford Health Care

Reviewer

Nothing to disclose

Ruth Adewuya, MD, CHCP

Managing Director, CME

Stanford University School of Medicine

Planner

Nothing to disclose

Marilyn Mejia, BA

Education Design Coordinator

Stanford University

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Nothing to disclose

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Accreditation
In support of improving patient care, Stanford Medicine is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.

Credit Designation
Stanford Medicine designates this Enduring Material for a maximum of 0.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Multiple Sclerosis Lecture Series: Diagnosis

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