18th Annual Advances in
Neurology Symposium
Presented by the Houston Methodist Neurological Institute. Emphasizing evidence-based strategy for current treatments and cutting-edge research in novel therapeutics.
Program Overview
There have been significant advances in the diagnosis and treatment of many neurological diseases. This comprehensive program will emphasize evidence-based strategies for the current treatment of neurological disorders and explore cutting-edge research in novel therapeutics.
Learning Objectives
- Apply new medical and surgical therapies for the treatment of neurological diseases.
- Discuss new and future therapies for stroke, epilepsy, demyelinating diseases, headaches, Parkinson’s disease, and neuromuscular diseases.
- Describe the diagnosis and treatment of dementias, vestibular dysfunction, stroke, and complex headache presentations.
Target Audience
Featured Topics
Course Modules
Welcome and Introductions
Rajan R. Gadhia, MD & Eugene C. Lai, MD, PhD
Innovations in Diagnostics and Therapeutics of Inherited Peripheral Neuropathies
Jun Li, MD, PhD, FANA, FAAN
Cell-Based Therapies for Motor Neuron Disease
Stanley H. Appel, MD
Diagnostics and Therapeutics of Neuromuscular Junction Disorders
Bing Liao, MD, PhD
Innovations and Advances in Management of Cephalgia
Julia Jones, MD
The expanding use of botulinum toxin in movement disorders
Joseph F. Imbs, DO
Dural Fistulas: Same Disease… Multiple Clinical Presentations
Orlando Diaz, MD
New Hope in Alzheimer’s Treatment in 2025
Joseph C. Masdeu, MD, PhD
Neuro-oncological Treatment of Primary Brain Tumors
Ashley E. Aaroe, MD
Welcome and Introductions
Advances in Diagnostic Criteria of MS and Demyelinating Syndromes
Abdul R. Alchaki, MD
Innovations and Advances in Medical Management of Epilepsy
Rohit Kuruvilla, MD
Innovative Advances in Surgical Diagnosis and IOM
Amit Verma, MD
AI and novel imaging in Acute Stroke
John Volpi, MD
Presentation, Diagnosis and Management of Stroke in the Young
Tanu Garg, MD
Novel Tools and Updates in Concussion Diagnosis and Management
Kenneth Podell, PhD, FACPN
Diagnosis and Interventional/Surgical Management of Parkinson’s Disease
Andrew Billnitzer, MD
Five Medicines That Can Blind Your Patient and Blind Side You
Andrew Lee, MD
Course Directors

Rajan R. Gadhia, MD
Vascular Neurologist
Associate Professor of Clinical Neurology
Houston Methodist Academic Institute
Medical Director, HM Acute TeleNeurology

Eugene C. Lai, MD, PhD
Professor of Neurology and Neuroscience
Robert W. Hervey Distinguished Endowed Chair
Stanley H. Appel Department of Neurology
Parkinson’s Disease Research and Treatment
Course Reviews
"The section on Alzheimer's treatment updates was incredibly detailed. Having the slides and lectures on Google Drive made it easy to review on my rounds."
Dr. James Davis
Neurology Resident
"Essential viewing for anyone in vascular neurology. The stroke management protocols discussed are cutting-edge. Highly recommended."
Sarah Miller, NP
Stroke Coordinator
"Great value. I couldn't attend in person, but the virtual download gave me everything I needed. The audio quality is excellent."
Dr. Raj Kumar
General Practitioner
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