69th American Academy of Neurology Annual Conference

The 69th American Academy of Neurology (AAN) Annual Meeting took place at the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center this week.

The meeting was well attended by residents and fellows. Presenters included Drs. Priyanka Chilakamarri, Diane Chan, Stacy Chu, Eliezer Sternberg.

(clockwise from top left) Drs. Chu, Chilakamarri, Chan and Sternberg) present their research

Senior resident Dr. Jeffrey Dewey gave a platform presentation on his research in bedside teaching in medical education.

Dr. Dewey presents his work on bedside teaching

Throughout the week, residents attended lectures by international experts and participated in mentored small groups. They also attended the exposition for learning via the latest technologies.

Residents undergo simulation in epilepsy

 

Residents explore the pathogenesis of multiple sclerosis via virtual reality

Critical-care epilepsy fellow Dr. Carolina Maciel was recognized for her work as a TRANSCENDS (Training in Research for Academic Neurologists to Sustain Careers and Enhance the Numbers of Diverse Scholars) scholar, a joint initiative of the AAN and the Medical University of South Carolina.

Dr. Maciel speaks about her work as a TRASCENDS scholar

Senior residents Dr. Ilena George and Dr. Vincent Lau attended the Faculty and Trainee reception on April 24 as a representative of the Residents and Fellows section of Neurology and as a recipient of the Resident Scholarship to the Annual Meeting respectively. Later that evening, the Yale Neurology Alumni Reception gathered current and past trainees and faculty at the lavish Public Garden of the Sheraton Boston Hotel.

Outside the conference, trainees enjoyed dining at local eateries such as Worden Hall and the Publico Street Bistro and Garden in South Boston.

Faculty and trainees dine at Worden Hall

Residents look forward to attending the 70th AAN Annual Meeting in Los Angeles next year.