2024 Neurosurgical Topics for the Advanced Practitioner

The AANS Neurosurgical Topics for the Advanced Practitioner virtual course provides an in-depth review of the latest practice guidelines and essential neurosurgical topics through engaging lectures and real-world case studies.
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Overview

The AANS Neurosurgical Topics for the Advanced Practitioner virtual course provides an in-depth review of the latest practice guidelines and essential neurosurgical topics through engaging lectures and real-world case studies. Led by a diverse faculty of neurosurgeons and advanced practitioners, this course offers attendees a unique, high-impact learning experience, covering the most sought-after topics in the field. Participants will gain valuable insights into current trends and practices, equipping them with the knowledge to excel in their roles.

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this educational activity, participants should be able to:

  • Assess emerging technologies, along with diagnosis and treatment paradigms, for spine, vascular, and critical/acute care, including pharmacology, across various neurosurgical conditions.
  • Compare and contrast alternative tests and medications ordered by neurosurgeons/advanced practitioners for a range of conditions.
  • Determine how to be an effective preceptor to support your neurosurgeons/advanced practitioner team.

Accreditation

This activity has been approved for AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™.

This activity has been submitted to the Wisconsin Nurses Association for approval to award contact hours. The Wisconsin Nurses Association is accredited as an approver of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.

Practice Management/Leadership

  • Precepting 101
  • APP Billing Overview
  • Transition to Practice
  • Winning the Job Search: Strategies for Securing & Negotiating the Ideal Position

Pharmacology

  • Management of Hypertensive Crisis
  • Neuroprotective Agents
  • ICU Infusions

Spine

  • Cervical Spine Trauma
  • Interpretation of Spine Imaging in Patients Post-Instrumentation
  • Degenerative Spine: Diagnosis and Treatment
  • Complex Spine/Spine Deformities

Vascular

  • Basic Interpretation of Angiograms
  • Vascular Injuries
  • Highs and Lows: A Review of Intracranial Pressure Disorders

Tumor

  • Benign Tumor Management
  • Malignant Tumor Management

Radiology

  • Neuro-Oncologic Imaging

Critical Care

  • Understanding Neurologic Complications in Emerging Alzheimer’s Treatments
  • From Impact to Recovery: Mastering TBI Management
  • Breaking Boundaries in Stroke Care: Highlights from ISC 2024 and ESOC 2024
  • Emergency and Non-Emergent Management of Elevated ICPs

Full agenda coming soon.

Course Fees

Please register for this course in your own name. Refrain from registering on behalf of others, including under a company name.

*Early rate ends 10/14/24

AANS Member Physician (Early)*  $525
AANS Member Physician$650
Member: Advanced Practice Provider (Early)*$525
Member: Advanced Practice Provider     $650
Non-Member (Early)*  $700
Non-Member          $850
Rates

Cancellation and Refund Policies

Requests for cancellation must be received in writing 2 weeks prior to the start of the course to receive a full refund less a $50 processing fee. Email cancellation requests to education@aans.org.

The AANS reserves the right to cancel a course. Registrants will be notified by phone and a formal letter of cancellation will follow in the mail. In the event of course cancellation, registration fees are refundable; however, airline and hotel penalties are the responsibility of the registrant.

NO-SHOWS ARE NOT ELIGIBLE FOR TRANSFERS OR REFUNDS.

Video or audio recording or photographing any portion of this course is strictly prohibited by the AANS.