CMSC Live: 2024 Annual Meeting Day 3 Unveils Critical Insights into Multiple Sclerosis
The third day of the 2024 CMSC Annual Meeting in Nashville, Tennessee brought together top experts in the field to discuss groundbreaking research and developments in the realm of Multiple Sclerosis (MS). Host Jeffrey Wilken, PhD, engaged in insightful conversations with esteemed guests Marijean Buhse, PhD, RN, NP-C, MSCN; Amy Sullivan, PsyD, ABPP; and John DeLuca, PhD, ABPP, FACRM, FAPA, FAPS, FNAN, shedding light on key issues affecting MS patients and healthcare professionals.
Multidisciplinary Care and Patient Outcomes in MS
During the panel presentation, Marijean Buhse, PhD, RN, NP-C, MSCN, emphasized the importance of multidisciplinary care in Neuromyelitis Optica Spectrum Disorder (NMOSD) and the necessity for precise patient-reported outcomes in MS. She also delved into the complexities of MS aging and the ongoing debate surrounding disease-modifying therapy discontinuation.
Empowering Women in Medicine and Addressing Physician Burnout
Amy Sullivan, PsyD, ABPP, highlighted the significance of empowering women in leadership roles within the medical field. She also discussed stress management tools for MS patients, the role of art as therapeutic medicine, and the pressing need to tackle physician burnout effectively.
Tackling Cognitive Challenges and Fatigue in MS Care
John DeLuca, PhD, ABPP, FACRM, FAPA, FAPS, FNAN, shared valuable insights on addressing cognitive challenges and fatigue in MS care. Despite the existing literature supporting cognitive rehabilitation tools, he underscored the lack of clinical application and the shortcomings of pharmacotherapy in managing cognitive issues effectively.
By bringing together experts and thought leaders, the 2024 CMSC Annual Meeting Day 3 provided a platform for crucial discussions and advancements in MS research and patient care.
Tags: CMSC Annual Meeting, Multiple Sclerosis, MS Research, Patient Outcomes, Physician Burnout, Cognitive Challenges
