# Event Details - **Event Name**: NMOSD & MOGAD: Global Challenges - **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 21 Oct, 2026 at 07:00 pm – Wed, 21 Oct, 2026 at 09:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: A Fireside Chat, Mentorship & Networking Event During MSToronto 2026About this EventAre you a clinician, researcher, fellow, resident or trainee interested in NMOSD, MOGAD and related neuroimmunological disorders?Join us for an evening of discussion, mentorship and networking with leading experts from around the world. Held alongside MSToronto 2026, this special event will bring together clinicians, researchers, trainees and patient advocacy leaders to explore the challenges and opportunities shaping the future of rare neuroimmunology.The evening will begin with a moderated fireside discussion:Overcoming Global Challenges in NMOSD and MOGAD Care and ResearchThe conversation will explore emerging therapeutic strategies, global disparities in diagnosis and treatment, collaborative research priorities and mentorship for the next generation of neuroimmunology professionals.Featured SpeakersDr. Jacqueline Palace (University of Oxford, UK)Dr. Sara Mariotto (University of Verona, Italy)Dr. Kazuo Fujihara (Fukushima Medical University, Japan)ModeratorDr. Dalia Rotstein (University of Toronto, Canada)Following the discussion, guests are invited to stay for an informal networking reception designed to foster mentorship, collaboration and meaningful connections among clinicians, researchers, fellows, residents and trainees working in NMOSD, MOGAD and related demyelinating disorders.This event offers a unique opportunity to engage with colleagues from across the globe, exchange ideas, and strengthen partnerships between academia, clinical practice, research and patient advocacy.Organized byDr. Courtney Casserly (Western University)Dr. Jonathan Krett (University of Calgary)Dr. Dalia Rotstein (University of Toronto)In partnership with The Sumaira Foundation.Presented byThe University of Calgary, The Sumaira Foundation, University of Toronto, and Western University.Please note: This independent event is not included in the MSToronto2026 accredited program. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/toronto/nmosd-and-mogad-global-challenges/100001991121719663 - **Event Categories**: fitness - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 2 hours - Location: 130 King St W - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: EUR ## Event venue details - **city**: Toronto - **state**: ON - **country**: Canada - **location**: 130 King St W - **lat**: 43.6481509 - **long**: -79.3833664 - **full address**: 130 King St W, 130 King Street West, Toronto, Canada ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: NMOSD & MOGAD: Global Challenges - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/ec17acad50ca8c92711d4f42d6efae0be2020e8ce7f00fa2085a6a48c92a21c8-rimg-w1200-h600-dcffffff-gmir.jpg?v=1781063086 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is NMOSD & MOGAD: Global Challenges being held? 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