August 6 - 8, 2009
This course will provide training in neuroscience applied to higher mental functions and their disorders. Participants will gain an in-depth understanding of structural properties, sensorimotor systems, and neurolinguistic organization of the human brain. This learning will be supplemented by the guided brain dissections and clinical neurolinguistic-neurological problem solving. Participants will also learn about the modern neuroradiological techniques, advances in neurological management of stroke and related syndromes, bioethical issues, neuropsychological concepts, and neurolinguistic implications of various neurosurgical techniques such as cortical mapping and deep brain stimulation. The faculty will be derived from the disciplines of Neurolinguistics, Neuroscience, Neurology, Neurosurgery, Neuropsychology, Neuroradiology and Law.
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Any health care professional interested in functional neuroscientific knowledge and its applications to the clinical management of higher mental functions in neurologically impaired individuals. This course and its advanced-intermediate level of presentation is best suited for those with interest in brain-behavior relationship and neurological correlates of higher mental functions.
After completing this course, students should be able to:
- Apply principles of neuroscience in the management of patients with neurological impairments;
- Identify major external and internal anatomical structures of the brain and describe their functions;
- Describe the circulatory systems of the brain and common types of vascular pathologies;
- Discuss the functions of major sensorimotor pathways;
- Explain the spinal and cortical organization and neuronal circuitries of the basal ganglia and cerebellum related to motor functions;
- Discuss the neural mechanism of vision and audition in relation to communicative disorders;
- Explain advances in the treatment of the syndromes of stroke, Alzheimer, and movement disorders;
- Follow the neurolinguistic rationale underlying various neurosurgical techniques;
- Discuss the importance of neuro-imaging;
- Perform cranial nerves based examination of speech mechanism;
- Integrate the principles of bioethics in clinical management;
- Solve clinical problems using neurological principles and lesion localizing rules.
, is a Faculty member at Marquette University and teaches in the area of neurogenic disorders of communication. His research is involved with cortical and subcortical mapping of language functions in neurosurgical patients with intractable epilepsy and movement disorders. Course Director
is a faculty member at Marquette University and teaches courses in anatomy and physiology. His research deals with gene related defects of the nervous system. Laboratory coordinator
is the dean of the College of Health Sciences, and also a faculty member at Marquette and teaches courses in biomedical sciences. His research is in the neural circuitry mediating stress responses. Laboratory coordinator and Lecturer
is an Associate Professor of Neurosurgery at the Medical College of Wisconsin and the Chief of Neurosciences at the Clement J Zablocki VA Medical Center. His research interests are in malignant brain tumors, degenerative disease of the spine, tumors of the spine, spine trauma and skull base tumors, and minimally invasive methods for treatment of spinal disorders. Lecturer
is a Professor of Radiology and Neurosurgery at Sutter Neuroscience Institute, Sacramento, California. His research interests are in the area of cerebrovascular diseases, cerebrovascular adaptation to ischemia, and aneurysms management Lecturer
is the medical director of the Center for Neurological Disorders, St. Lukexs Hospital, Milwaukee. His research and clinical interests are in cerebrovascular diseases and neuro-imaging. Lecturer
is a Health Law PartneratDrinker Biddle & Reath, LLP, and Regional Partner in Charge of the firm's Milwaukee office. Her past positions as the Ursula Von der Ruhr Professor of Bioethics and the Director of the Center for theStudy of Bioethics at the Medical College of Wisconsin complement her broad-based health law practice. Her research interestsand publications focus on issues related to the impact of malpractice litigation on the physician-patient relationship, genetics, advance directives, treatment decision making and termination, and ethics in clinical research. Lecturer
Arnold E. Aronson, Ph.D. Mayo Clinic, MN (2001)
“Indispensable for instructors in neurogenic communicative disorders.....Remarkable concentration of encyclopedic material."
Vasanti Madsen, Phoenix, AZ (2008)
Incredible! The staff and presenters were so friendly, approachable, and knowledgeable. I really enjoyed the course content and opportunity to use brain dissection to solidifying many of the concepts. Thank you. I will remember these three days well into the future. It is very well setup and organized.
Susan Duncan, Jamaica, NY (2008)
I don’t know how I was expected to learn neuroscience without brain dissection. Seeing how everything fits together has give me such a clearer and more comprehensive picture of the disorders I treat every day.
Kelly Kuntz, Philadelphia, PA (2008)
This course has provided me with a rare opportunity to combine abstract anatomical and physiological concepts with hands-on approach to learning and problems solving.
Kathy Metcalf, Champaign, Il (2008)
I appreciated Dr. Bhatnagar’s awareness of our level of understanding. It was presented at a level that worked for all of us. Great visuals. Great administrative support. Thank you for the entire experience. Each day went so fast as they were full of interesting information
Cavin Fertil, Charlotte, NC (2008)
Now everything makes so much more sense! I can talk about the brain and neuroscience as it relates to speech and language with more confidence and understanding. I am able to look at things from a newer perspective and I have no doubt that this course is going to elevate me to the next level in terms of how I practice therapy.
Darlene Romero, Philadelphia, PA (2008)
The best thing since sliced brain! Dr. Bhatnagar and his team of specialists present a cornucopia of neuroscientific topics that reflect the latest in neuroscience and beyond the cutting edge! An exceptional three days!
Stacy Smith, San Diego, CA (2008)
You must treat yourself to this course! After some initial squeamishness, I was poking around those cranial nerves as if they were wires under the hood of my car. Dr. Bhatnagar has assembled a most impressive line-up of distinguished speakers and lab instructors (ours was a neurologist from Madrid). Whether you work in education or in a medical setting, you will benefit greatly from this course. My understanding of brain anatomy and physiology has been exponentially increased.
Jennifer Pike, Plano, TX (2008)
This was an exceptional course! The course content was extensive with an amazing opportunity to discuss the brain function and structures with a neurologist in a comfortable environment.
Jon Lamere, Bolingbrook, IL (2008)
Excellent review of neuroanatomy, cutting edge information; I really enjoyed having representatives from other disciplines present information from different perspectives.
Sabrina Yaras, Los Angeles, CA (2008)
I can’t wait to come back next year. Pictures cannot possibly represent the experience of holding an actual brain in your hands.
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Thursday, August 6, 2009
- Morning Session
Orientation and introduction
External and internal brain anatomy, meninges, medullary centers, architectural organization, circulatory (CSF and Vascular) systems, and visual system
- Lunch (included)
- Afternoon Brain Dissection Session
Friday, August 7, 2009
- Morning Session
Neuroembryology, sensorimotor systems, cranial nerves, neurotransmitters, neural recovery, and stem cell research.
- Lunch (included)
- Afternoon Brain Dissection Session
Saturday, August 8, 2009
- Morning Session
Higher mental functions, neuro-imaging, neurolinguistic considerations of neurosurgical techniques, and treatment of stroke syndromes, bioethics, and neural restitution
- Lunch (included)
- Neurolinguistic
Problem solving: Applying lesion localizing rules to clinical case studies.
Enrollment is limited to the first forty-five processed applications. You will receive a confirmation letter which will contain information about enrollment and additional details.
$750 per person. The registration fee includes all breaks, lunches, all course materials including handouts, dissection tools, brains, aprons, and gloves. Bring clothes and shoes appropriate for dissection.
Add $70 if you desire to receive a copy of the text, Neuroscience for the Study of Communicative Disorders by Bhatnagar, Lippincott, Williams and Wilkins, 2008.
Add $30 if you wish to join the conference dinner on Friday evening.
Organized by the Department of Speech Pathology & Audiology Professional Association at Marquette University, this course is co-sponsored by Wisconsin Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology Professional Association.
This program is offered for up to 2.7 CEUs (advanced level; professional area).
Basic student housing on the MU campus is available in Straz Tower($45 for single and $62 for double accommodation). To reserve a room contact the housing office at 414-288-7208 or carrie.enea@marquette.edu.
Contact us for a list of hotels in the vicinity at neurolab@marquette.edu.
Morning lectures will be held in Cramer Hall 104J. Afternoon sessions will be held in the Dissection Laboratory. Parking is available in structure #1. The entrance is located on 16th street just north of Wisconsin Avenue. Please call Parking Services at 414-288-6911 for additional information.
If you cannot attend, call to substitute another person. If you must withdraw, a full refund (minus a $100 administrative fee) will be issued if you do so at least five full working days before the first meeting of the class. Half tuition (minus a $100 administrative fee) will be issued up to one full working day before the beginning of the course. No refunds will be issued after the class has begun.
MU reserves the right to cancel the course due to insufficient enrollment provided a 15 day notice is given prior to August 6, 2009. In case of cancellation, a full refund will be given to enrolled participants.
BY PHONE: Use Master Card or Visa and call 414-288-3189.
BY MAIL: Send your completed enrollment form with payment to Neurolab, Department of Speech Pathology and Audiology, Marquette University, P.O. Box 1881, Milwaukee, WI 53201-1881.
BY FAX: FAX your completed enrollment form with your credit card number to 414-288-4506. Our FAX line is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
BY E-MAIL: Request the course related information and application form by emailing the Neuro Lab at neurolab@marquette.edu
For more information, CALL 414-288-3189, Fax 414-288-4506.
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