Virtual MASTER MS 2020

Having had to cancel our live 2020 MASTER MS Mentoring program that was scheduled for the end of May, it is now our pleasure to announce the Virtual 14th Annual MASTER MS course, to be held June 27-28, 2020.

We accept applications from outstanding residents and fellows in neurology who are interested in a career researching or treating patients with multiple sclerosis (MS). This is a unique opportunity for qualified residents and fellows to interact with MS thought leaders from across the country during an intensive course focusing on contemporary topics in MS.

About the Course

The agenda provides a creative way to educate and engage participants and allow them to actively participate in the program. There will be 2-hour sessions each morning and 2-hour sessions in the afternoon/evening. (Please adjust the times based upon your time zone)

Saturday, June 27

The first block of the program begins at 12:00pm (ET) and ends at 2:00pm (ET).

The second block of the program begin at 6:00pm (ET) and ends at 8:00pm (ET).

Sunday, June 28

The first block of the program begins at 12:00pm (ET) and ends at 2:00pm (ET).

The second block of the program begin at 6:00pm (ET) and ends at 8:00pm (ET).

Based on the agenda, there will be independent work required prior to the live session that will involve viewing the presentations made by our faculty. For the live sessions, there will be group discussions on the recorded presentations and then breakouts into small groups for discussion on various additional topics.

Participation is free and the Annenberg Center manages all administrative details for the MASTER MS course.

How You Can Apply
Candidates must apply by submitting 3 items:
  • Complete registration form with program director’s signature
  • Curriculum vitae (CV)
  • Resident or Fellow’s Personal Statement of Interest in MS

Download the application form and submit complete packets via email to: jnicolopulos@annenberg.net

In conjunction with CMSC and CMSC Foundation.


Topics

  • ABCs of MS
  • Etiology, Pathology, and Pathogenesis of MS: Mechanisms of Symptom Production and Disease
  • MRI: Diagnosis and Evaluation of Disease Activity
  • Disease Course and Etiology Q&A
  • Neuromyelitis Optica
  • Multiple Sclerosis: Mistaken Diagnosis
  • Issues in Diagnosis Q&A
  • Clinical Application of Disease-Modifying Therapies
  • Managing Pediatric Patients
  • MS and Pregnancy
  • Treatment Q&A
  • Current Trials: Emerging Concepts in Treatment
  • Overview of MS Symptom Management
  • Principles of Comprehensive MS Care
  • Economic Costs of MS Therapy and Managed Care
2020 Distinguished Faculty
  • Co-chair:
    Joseph R. Berger, MD

    University of Pennsylvania
    Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
  • Co-chair:
    Fred D. Lublin, MD

    Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
    New York, New York
Faculty
  • Bruce A. Cohen, MD
    Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine
    Chicago, Illinois
  • Patricia K. Coyle, MD
    Stony Brook University Hospital
    Stony Brook, New York
  • Stephen Krieger, MD
    Mount Sinai School of Medicine
    New York, New York
  • Clyde E. Markowitz, MD
    University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine
    Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
  • Aaron E. Miller, MD
    Mount Sinai School of Medicine
    New York, New York
  • Kottil W. Rammohan, MD
    University of Miami Miller School of Medicine
    Miami, Florida
  • Matthew Schindler, MD, PhD
    University of Pennsylvania
    Philadelphia, Pennsylvania