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SUMMARY:Lakeland\, FL – Education Program: The Latest Research & Best Practices in Treating and Managing MS
DESCRIPTION:Join MSAA for a free dinner and education program discussing The Latest Research & Best Practices in Treating and Managing MS. \n\n\n\nGuest Presenter: Dr. Derrick Robertson \n\n\n\nTo register\, please visit this link. For more information\, please contact Kimberlee Baugh at kbaugh@mymsaa.org or (800) 532-7667\, ext. 150.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Presenter:\n\n\n\nDr. Derrick Robertson is an accomplished academic neurologist\, prolific clinical researcher\, national thought leader in his field and award-winning educator and physician. He currently serves as Professor and Vice Chair of Neurology\, as well as the Director of the Multiple Sclerosis (MS) and Neuroimmunology Division at the USF Morsani College of Medicine. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Natural Sciences from The University of South Florida (USF) and went on to receive his medical degree from the USF Morsani College of Medicine (USF MCOM). He also completed his Internship and Neurology Residency at USF\, serving as Chief Resident in Neurology\, followed by fellowship training in MS and Neuroimmunology in the USF MS Center\, after which he was recruited to join the USF MCOM faculty.
URL:https://mymsaa.org/event/lakeland-fl-education-program-the-latest-research-best-practices-in-treating-and-managing-ms/
LOCATION:SpringHill Suites Lakeland\, 511 West Lime St\, Lakeland\, Florida\, 33815\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person Edu Programs
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SUMMARY:Seminario Web – Fortaleciendo la salud cerebral al vivir con esclerosis multiple
DESCRIPTION:(Webinar: Strengthening Your Brain Health While Living with MS)\n\n\n\n** This presentation will be conducted entirely in Spanish\, with captions available in both English and Spanish. ** Esta presentación se llevará a cabo íntegramente en español\, con subtítulos disponibles tanto en inglés como en español. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nComo parte de la celebración del Mes de la Herencia Hispana\, le invitamos a acompañarnos a este seminario educativo en español dedicado a la salud cerebral y la cognición en la esclerosis múltiple (EM). En esta sesión\, exploraremos cómo la EM puede influir en las funciones cerebrales y cognitivas\, y compartiremos estrategias prácticas que pueden apoyar el bienestar cerebral en la vida diaria. Esta presentación ofrecerá información útil y aplicable\, así como un espacio de aprendizaje y apoyo para personas que viven con EM\, sus familiares y miembros de la comunidad hispana. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAs part of the celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month\, we invite you to join us for this educational seminar in Spanish dedicated to brain health and cognition in multiple sclerosis (MS). In this session\, we will explore how MS can affect brain and cognitive functions and share practical strategies to support brain health in daily life. This presentation will offer useful\, actionable information\, as well as a space for learning and support for people living with MS\, their families\, and members of the Hispanic community. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEl Dr. Augusto A. Miravalle\, MD\, FAAN es un destacado neurólogo y líder en el campo de la esclerosis múltiple (EM) y la neuroinmunología. Actualmente se desempeña como Jefe de la División de EM y Neuroinmunología en Rush University Medical Center\, en Chicago\, y como Profesor de Neurología en el Departamento de Ciencias Neurológicas de Rush. Cuenta con más de 15 años de experiencia en atención clínica\, investigación y educación médica. \n\n\n\nEl Dr. Miravalle es miembro de la Junta de Directores\, del Consejo Asesor de Profesionales de la Salud y del Consejo Asesor Hispano/Latino de la MSAA. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDr. Augusto A. Miravalle\, MD\, FAAN\, is a distinguished neurologist and a leader in the fields of multiple sclerosis (MS) and neuroimmunology. He currently serves as Chief of the Division of MS and Neuroimmunology at Rush University Medical Center in Chicago and as Professor of Neurology in the Department of Neurological Sciences at Rush. He has over 15 years of experience in clinical care\, research\, and medical education. \n\n\n\nDr. Miravalle is a member of the MSAA’s Board of Directors\, Healthcare Advisory Council\, and Hispanic/Latinx Advisory Council.
URL:https://mymsaa.org/event/seminario-web-fortaleciendo-la-salud-cerebral-al-vivir-con-esclerosis-multiple/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:Houston\, TX – Education Program: Addressing the African American Experience in MS Care
DESCRIPTION:Join MSAA for a free patient education program and dinner discussing the African American Experience in MS Care. This patient education program will empower Black patients living with MS by addressing medical mistrust and promoting informed healthcare decision-making. The program will also integrate a holistic approach to care\, emphasizing wellness lifestyle practices that complement medical treatment. By fostering trust\, cultural relevance\, and wellness\, this program aims to improve engagement in care and quality of life for Black individuals affected by MS. \n\n\n\nGuest Presenter: Annette Okai\, MD\, FAAN \n\n\n\nTo register\, please visit this link. For more information\, please contact Kimberlee Baugh at kbaugh@mymsaa.org or (800) 532-7667\, ext. 150.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Presenter:\n\n\n\nDr. Annette Okai is the Director of Clinical Neuroimmunology and Multiple Sclerosis Research at North Texas Institute of Neurology and Headache in Plano\, TX and Clinical Associate Professor of Neurology at Texas Tech University Health Science Center. In addition to her clinical practice\, she is actively engaged in multiple clinical trials in multiple sclerosis and is published in several neurological journals. Dr. Okai also serves on MSAA’s Board of Directors\, Healthcare Advisory Council\, and African American Advisory Council.
URL:https://mymsaa.org/event/houston-tx-education-program-addressing-the-african-american-experience-in-ms-care/
LOCATION:Maggiano’s Little Italy Houston\, 2019 Post Oak Blvd.\, Houston\, Texas\, 77056\, United States
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SUMMARY:ECTRIMS Patient Community Day 2026 – online and in-person in Toronto\, Canada
DESCRIPTION:The ECTRIMS Patient Community Day takes place on Friday\, 23 October 2026\, as a free global event held both online and in-person at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre in Toronto\, Canada.  \n\n\n\nHosted by ECTRIMS (European Committee for Treatment and Research in Multiple Sclerosis) and supported by the Multiple Sclerosis Association of America (MSAA)\, the event brings together leading experts\, researchers\, and healthcare professionals to provide an accessible overview of the latest developments in multiple sclerosis (MS) and related neurological conditions\, helping people understand what new research and discoveries mean for their care\, treatment\, and daily lives. \n\n\n\nThis event will include: \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nMS-Focused Content – sessions tailored to the needs and questions of people living with MS\n\n\n\nLive Q&A with Experts – ask questions directly to leading MS specialists\n\n\n\nGlobal Access – available in 50+ languages\n\n\n\n\nThis event is free to participants\, but registration is required.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe program description and information above is provided as a resource for those individuals interested in MS. MSAA has not developed nor reviewed the program or its content. MSAA does not promote\, recommend\, or endorse any specific medications\, treatments\, or products. Determination of appropriate medical care should be made in consultation with your physician after a thorough analysis of the risks and benefits. \n\n\n\nMSAA respects your privacy and the confidential nature of all personal information. We have not and do not disclose any personal information to any third parties without your expressed consent. Please understand that when registering for this program you will be doing so with a third party and not with MSAA.
URL:https://mymsaa.org/event/ectrims-patient-community-day-2026-online-and-in-person-in-toronto-canada/
LOCATION:Metro Toronto Convention Centre\, 255 Front St. W.\, Toronto\, ON\, M5V 2W6\, Canada
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