Sponsored by the University of Minnesota
Free and open to the public
May 20th, 2015
14th Annual William Krivit Lectureship
"Krabbe Disease: Can it be Effectively Treated?"
Mark Sands, PhD Professor, Department of Internal Medicine
Washington University School of Medicine,
St. Louis, MO
Objectives: 1. A better understanding of the underlying pathogenesis of the inherited demyelinating disease Globoid Cell Leukodystrophy (Krabbe disease). 2. A historical perspective of the treatment strategies for Krabbe disease highlighting the successes and failures.
3) A presentation of recently published and new unpublished data on a therapeutic approach that could change the entire therapeutic paradigm for this and other related diseases.
To watch Pediatric Grand Rounds live online:
Click the link below on Wednesday at 12:15 PM, then enter your name,
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Pediatric Grand Rounds is presented for three purposes, to: · Recognize the important interdependence of research and patient care
· Describe evolving pathogenetic concepts and therapies for pediatric diseases
· Provide relevant in-depth review of important pediatric topics
The University of Minnesota is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACGME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
The University of Minnesota designates this live educational activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s) ™. Physicians should claim only credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Physician assistants, nurse practitioners, nurses, and other health care professionals who participate in the CME activity may submit their Statements of Attendance to their appropriate accrediting organizations or state boards for consideration of credit. The participant is responsible for determining whether this activity meets the requirements for acceptable continuing education.
Grand Rounds Chairman: Dr. John Andrews
Grand Rounds Support: Danielle Hans 612-625-7202
