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The 37th AnnualHANS BERGERSymposium 2009Clinical Neurophysiology andOptions For Refractory EpilepsyA comprehensive update of recent advances forphysicians, technologists, and healthcare providers.MAY 18-19, 2009Hermes A. Kontos Medical Sciences BuildingVirginia Commonwealth University Medical Center1217 E. Marshall StreetRichmond, Virginia

FacultyCourse DirectorsJOHN PELLOCK, MDDivision Chairman, Child NeurologyVice Chairman, Professor, Department of NeurologyELIZABETH WATERHOUSE, MDProfessorDepartment of NeurologyGuest FacultyJudy Ahn-Ewing, R.EEG/EP T., CNIM, CLTMSenior Staff Technologist, Department of NeurologyUniversity of Michigan Health SystemAnn Arbor, MIRoger Porter, MDAdjunct Professor of NeurologyUniversity of PennsylvaniaAdjunct Professor of Pharmacology,Uniformed Service University (USUHS)Bethesda, MDEric Kossoff, MDAssistant Professor, Neurology and PediatricsMedical Director, Ketogenic Diet ProgramJohns Hopkins HospitalBaltimore, MDW. Donald Shields, MDProfessor of Neurology and PediatricsMattel Children’s Hospital at UCLALos Angeles, CAVirginia Commonwealth UniversitySchool of MedicineDepartment of NeurologyW. Stephen Corrie, MDAssociate ProfessorJonathan Bekenstein, MD, PhDAssociate ProfessorEvren Burakgazi, MDAssistant ProfessorRobert DeLorenzo, MD, PhD, MPHGeorge Bliley Professor of NeurologyProfessor of Pharmacology, Toxicology, Molecular Biophysicsand BiochemistryLawrence Morton, MDProfessor of Neurology and PediatricsLydia Kernitsky, MDAssistant ProfessorLodging AccommodationsA block of rooms is being held at the Crowne Plaza Hotel,555 E. Canal Street, Richmond, Virginia at the special rateof $123.00, single or double occupancy. To makereservations at the Crowne Plaza Hotel and to obtaindirections, please call the hotel at (804) 788-0900. A 13%sales tax is added to the hotel rate per night. The cut offdate for hotel reservations is May 2, 2009. When makingreservations, please advise the hotel that you areregistering for the "Hans Berger Symposium" toreceive the special rate. Check-in time for the CrownePlaza is 3:00 pm and check-out time is 12:00 noon.A shuttle bus will be available to go betweenthe Crowne Plaza Hoteland the Hermes A. Kontos Medical Sciences BuildingParking: Covered hotel parking is available at theprevailing rate currently $3.00 per hour up to a maximumof $15.00 per day and to overnight guests at $10.00 percar per night with in/out privileges, based on availability.Parking fees are subject to change without notice.Accreditation and CreditVirginia Commonwealth University (VCU) School of Medicineis accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing MedicalEducation to provide continuing medical education for physicians.Physicians may claim up to 13.25 hours in Type 1 or Type 2 CMEon the Virginia Board of Medicine Continued Competency andAssessment Form required for renewal of an active medical license.VCU designates this educational activity for a maximum of 13.25AMA PRA Category 1 Credits TM. Physicians should only claimcredit commensurate with the extent of their participation in theactivity.The American Society of Electroneurodiagnostic Technologists hasgranted ASET Continuing Education (ACE) credits for this program.Such crediting, however, should not be construed by programparticipants as an endorsement of any type of instruments orsupplies mentioned or involved in these presentations.This continuing education activity meets the criteria of VirginiaCommonwealth University and the Southern Association ofColleges and Schools. 1.3 CEUs will be awarded and recorded withthe University.EEG Record Review SessionPlease join us for Dessert and Coffee immediately followingthe Hans Berger Reception. A SPECIAL EEG RecordReview Session for END Technologists and other healthcareproviders registered for the Hans Berger Symposium willtake place on Monday, May 18, 2009 from 6:00pm - 8:00pmat the Ambulatory Care Center, Sixth Floor, Harold F. YoungNeurosurgical Center Conference Room. You must reserveyour seat in advance, as seating will be limited. Please feelfree to bring any interesting EEGs you would like to reviewas well.Virginia Commonwealth University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

The 37th AnnualHANS BERGERSymposium 2009Clinical Neurophysiology andOptions For Refractory EpilepsyCourse DescriptionVirginia Commonwealth University Medical Centerpresents a distinguished faculty from epilepsy centersand neurophysiology laboratories across the country inthe 37th Annual commemoration of Hans Berger’sbirthday. The goal of the symposium is to offerphysicians, technologists and medical professionalspractical information in applying state-of-the-artelectrodiagnostic testing in the clinical management ofpatients with epilepsy and related disorders.Course ObjectivesAt the conclusion of this symposium, the successfullearner should be able to:1. Provide appropriate bedside clinical evaluation of apatient during a seizure.2. Explain the meaning of “refractory epilepsy” and itsimplications.3. Discuss available and forthcoming treatmentstrategies for refractory epilepsy, includingmedications, dietary modification, neurostimulation,and radiosurgery.4. Identify EEG patterns commonly associated withrefractory epilepsy and those associated withsuccessful surgical outcomes.5. Describe the risk factors, clinical presentations,diagnostic evaluations, treatments, and outcomes ofrefractory seizures in children and adults.6. Review the evaluation of patients for epilepsy surgery.7. Understand the situations in which video-EEGmonitoring allows appropriate therapeutic planningand prediction of outcome for patients with refractoryseizures.8. Describe the impact of psychiatric comorbidities inpatients with refractory epilepsy.9. Review safety concerns and procedures for patientsin the epilepsy monitoring unit.

The 37th Annual HANS BERGER Symposium 2009Monday, May 18, 2009AM8:00 – 8:45 Registration & Continental Breakfast8:50 – 9:00 Welcome and Announcements9:00 – 9:45 Recognizing & Evaluating Seizuresin the EMUJudy Ahn-Ewing, R.EEG/EP T., CNIM,CLTM(Objective 1)9:45 – 10:30 Defining Refractory EpilepsyEric Kosoff, MD(Objectives 2, 5)10:30 – 11:00 Break with Exhibits11:00 – 12:00 HANS BERGER LECTUREEpilepsy Treatment – What ProgressHas Been Made?Roger Porter, MD(Objective 3)PM12:00 – 12:15 Panel Discussion12:15 – 1:00 Box Lunch Provided1:00 – 2:00 DISTINGUISHED SCHOLAR AWARDAND LECTURETreatment of Refractory Epilepsies ofChildhoodW. Donald Shields, MD(Objective 5)2:00 – 2:45 The EEG of Refractory EpilepsiesLydia Kernitsky, MD(Objective 4)2:45 – 3:00 Break with Exhibits3:00 – 3:45 Refractory Status Epilepticus:Diagnostic, Treatmentand Prognostic ApproachesRobert DeLorenzo, MD, PhD, MPH(Objective 5)3:45 – 4:30 Is This Patient a Surgical Candidate?Lawrence Morton, MD(Objectives 6, 7)4:45 – 6:00 Reception at the Valentine Museum6:00 – 8:00 EEG Record Review SessionTuesday, May 19, 2009AM7:45 – 8:20 Registration & Continental Breakfast8:20 – 8:30 Welcome and Announcements8:30 – 9:15 Patient Safety in the EpilepsyMonitoring UnitJudy Ahn-Ewing, R.EEG/EP T., CNIM,CLTM(Objective 9)9:15 – 10:00 Neurostimulation in the Treatment ofEpilepsyRoger Porter, MD(Objective 3)10:00 – 10:30 Break with Exhibits10:30 – 11:15 Dietary Modification and SeizuresEric Kosoff, MD(Objective 3)11:15 – 12:00 The Persistent Challenge of InfantileSpasmsW. Donald Shields, MD(Objective 5)PM12:00 – 12:15 Questions & Answers12:15 – 1:00 Box Lunch Provided1:00 – 1:40 Assessment of Refractory Epilepsyin the EMUW. Stephen Corrie, MD(Objectives 5, 7)1:40 – 2:20 Psychiatric Comorbidities inRefractory EpilepsyEvren Burakgazi, MD(Objective 8)2:20 – 3:00 Radiosurgery for Refractory EpilepsyJonathan Bekenstein, MD, PhD(Objective 3)3:10 Symposium AdjournsQUESTIONS AND INFORMATIONSalina Mann-Ghee, BGS, Conference ManagerVCU Office of Continuing Professional Development and Evaluation Studies, PO Box 980048, Richmond, Virginia 23298(800) 413-2872 or (804) 828-3640 Email questions to: cmeinfo@vcu.edu Register online: www.cmeregistration.som.vcu.edu

MCA - 2690 - 09 13.25 M8.0 T5.25* * * * *COURSE REGISTRATION FORMThe 37th Annual Hans Berger Symposium 2009Register online: www.cmeregistration.som.vcu.eduRegistration: Single-day registrations are available.Advanced registration will be available prior to May 7, 2009.Fees: Advanced LateRegistration Registration(Prior to May 7) (After May 7)2days 1day 2days 1dayPhysicians $385 $210 $425 $250Residents and Fellows* $ 75 $ 50 $100 $ 75Technologists, Nurses, AlliedHealth Professionals** $ 75 $ 50 $100 $ 75* Letter from program director certifying status required for thisreduced registration fee.** Letter certifying professional position required for this reduced fee.+Please circle which day you will attend: Monday TuesdayI will attend the EEG Record Review Session ____Yes ____NoRegistration Fee is Non-RefundablePlease make checks payable to: CPDEComplete this form and mail or FAX to:The Office of Continuing Professional Developmentand Evaluation Studiesc/o RegistrarP.O. Box 980048Richmond, VA 23298-0048Phone: (804) 828-3640 Fax: (804) 828-7438Please Print or type information, as you would like it toappear on your name badge._____________________________________________________First NameLast Name_____________________________________________________Title_____________________________________________________Firm_____________________________________________________Degree_______________________/_____________________________(W) TelephoneFax_______________________/_____________________________(H) TelephoneEmail Address_____________________________________________________Mailing Address (Street)_____________________/__________/_____________________City State Zip CodeCREDIT CARD INFORMATIONPlease circle: Master Card Visa Amex Discover_______________________________________________Credit Card Name_______________________________________________Credit Card Number_______________________________________________Expiration Date_______________________________________________Signature