2nd Annual Vanderbilt MS Symposium: From Lifestyle to Research

Free symposium for those impacted by Multiple Sclerosis. In-person and virtual options are available.

About this Event

Audience:

People living with Multiple Sclerosis, their family members, their caregivers, and their loved ones

Description (in-person and virtual):

The Vanderbilt Department of Neurology and Vanderbilt Multiple Sclerosis Center offers this free educational event to individuals living with MS, their caregivers, and their loved ones. Experts from across Vanderbilt will share how to handle MS with confidence, including tips for managing symptoms, how cutting edge research is advancing MS care, and a topic specific to caregivers.

Please see the agenda for more information on topics, speakers, and exhibit times. We hope that you can join us either in-person or virtually. Registration is required for either selection.

In-person attendance will include a free continental breakfast and box lunch. Doors open at 8:30 a.m. and the symposium begins at 9:00 a.m. CST. A promo code for free parking will be provided prior to the event date.

Virtual attendees will receive a Teams Webinar Link via email approximately one week prior to the date of the symposium to join remotely.

Registration (in-person and virtual):

Registration is required in advance to attend this free symposium. In-person space is limited so early registration is encouraged. If registering for in-person, please enter the total number of attendees, including yourself, before checkout.

We strive to create a symposium that is welcoming and accommodating for all attendees. For accessibility questions or to request accommodations, please contact Tiffany Duraney at dGlmZmFueSAhIGEgISBkdXJhbmV5IHwgdnVtYyAhIG9yZw== or by phone. Requests may also be made on the registration form.

Hotel Website:

For more information about the in-person location, please click the link below.

Hotels in Franklin, TN the Embassy Suites Cool Springs

Vanderbilt Multiple Sclerosis Center:

For more information about the Vanderbilt Multiple Sclerosis Center, please click the link below.

Vanderbilt Multiple Sclerosis Center | Vanderbilt Health Nashville, TN

Exhibitors:

Coming Soon

Agenda


🕑: 08:30 AM - 09:00 AM
Doors Open for In-Person Attendance, Continental Breakfast, and Exhibits

🕑: 09:00 AM - 09:05 AM
Welcome Address
Host: John Kramer, PA-C

🕑: 09:05 AM - 09:30 AM
Multiple Sclerosis and Women's Health

🕑: 09:30 AM - 09:45 AM
Tips for Caregiver Burnout

🕑: 09:45 AM - 10:00 AM
Nutrition and MS

🕑: 10:00 AM - 10:15 AM
Treatment Updates

🕑: 10:15 AM - 10:45 AM
MS Symptom Management
Host: Olivia Gruder, MD

🕑: 10:45 AM - 11:00 AM
Break and Exhibits

🕑: 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
The Role of Rehabilitation in MS

🕑: 11:30 AM - 11:45 AM
Nursing Insights on MS Care
Host: MS Nursing Team

🕑: 11:45 AM - 12:00 PM
Advancements in Remyelination

🕑: 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
Keynote Address: Research Updates in MS

🕑: 12:30 PM - 12:50 PM
Q & A Panel and In-Person Lunch

🕑: 12:50 PM - 01:00 PM
Closing Remarks
Host: John Kramer, PA-C

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