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M-NSF-1391566


EXPLORING THE MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS CONTINUUM THROUGH THE PATIENT LENS

Join Megan Weigel, DNP, and Lynsey Lakin, NP, overviewing the diagnosis of MS
and early RRMS characteristics, and examining the rationale for early
high-efficacy versus escalation treatment.

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PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

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This program includes an overview of the diagnosis of MS and early RRMS
characteristics and discusses early high-efficacy versus escalation treatment.
It presents the transition to SPMS (active versus nonactive) and explores the
addition of nonpharmacological treatment for patients. The nonpharmacological
treatment discussion includes the incorporation of physical, occupational, and
cognitive rehabilitation therapy that patients who are progressing in MS may use
in conjunction with MS disease-modifying therapies.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

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OBJECTIVE #1

Understand multiple sclerosis as a disease with significant disability burden,
impact, and unmet needs.

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OBJECTIVE #2

Understand the use of pharmacotherapy and nonpharmacotherapy in the treatment
armamentarium throughout the RMS continuum.

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OBJECTIVE #3

Increase understanding of the evolution of the MS continuum.

WEBINAR CHAPTERS

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Chapter 1

RECOGNIZING SUBTLE SYMPTOMS OF MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS

The Importance of Early Diagnosis and Appropriate Intervention

Megan Weigel M-NSF-1393342

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Chapter 2

TRANSITIONING FROM RRMS TO SPMS

Patient Discussions and Treatment Approaches

Lynsey Lakin M-NSF-1393343

ABOUT THE SPEAKERS

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Megan Weigel

DNP, ARNP-C, APHN-C, MSCN

Megan Weigel, DNP, is a nurse practitioner specializing in neurological care in
Jacksonville Beach, FL. She has been a multiple sclerosis certified nurse since
2005, and an NP for 18 years. She is the past president of the International
Organization of MS Nurses (IOMSN), serves on the editorial board of the
International Journal of MS Care, and served on the Healthcare Advisory
Committee for her local National MS Society chapter.

Lynsey Lakin

NP-C, MSCS

Lynsey Lakin is a trained MS specialist practicing in the Inland Empire. She is
also the director of the MS Clinic at The Neurology Group. Her passion and
research aims to encourage medical management that extends beyond the
traditional office visits and optimizes quality of life. She has provided
preceptor training for Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants with special
interests in multiple sclerosis and general neurology.

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RECOGNIZING SUBTLE SYMPTOMS OF MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS

Chapter 1 12:20
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TRANSITIONING FROM RRMS TO SPMS

Chapter 2 18:18
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