Apollo Hospital Chennai hosts a Hands-on workshop On GAPS & Controversies in Deep Brain Stimulation
Initiates a group of neurologists to meet, learn, and exchange their experiences.
Chennai, Apollo Hospitals Chennai raises the bar of excellence in neuroscience by organizing a one-day hands-on workshop on GAPS & Controversies in Deep Brain Stimulation led by well-known experts Prof. Dr. P. Vijayashankar, DM Neurology, clinical head, Apollo Advanced Movement Disorders program, and Dr. Arvind Sukumaran, a specialist in functional neurosurgery and deep brain stimulation with over a decade of experience. The workshop featured an internationally renowned neurologist, Prof. Dr. Jens Volkmann, Professor and Chair of Neurology at the University of Wurzburg, Germany. This event served as a platform to bring neurology experts from various hospitals in Chennai together to share the latest technological developments in Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) for Parkinson’s disease (PD).
The workshop included presentations from eminent neurologists and thorough discussions regarding the latest scientific findings related to DBS, which were beneficial for neurology experts to understand the developments and clinical issues of both techniques.
In the ever-changing world of Parkinson’s disease (PD) management, Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) and Focused Ultrasound Thalamotomy (FUS) have gained significant attention. DBS has been a primary option for over 30 years, offering the ability to adjust and reverse the therapy to address different patient needs and medical cases. FUS has proven effective in treating patients with unilateral tremor-dominant PD for over a decade. The adaptable and versatile nature of DBS establishes it as a cornerstone therapy for a broad spectrum of Parkinson’s symptoms, essential tremors, and dystonia.
Key Highlights of the Workshop:
* In-Depth discussions about the benefits and limitations of DBS
* Expert insights from doctors from around the world and India
* Networking opportunities with leading neurologists from various hospitals
Dr. P. Vijayashankar, DM Neurology Clinical head, Apollo Advanced Movement Disorders Program, Apollo Hospitals Chennai, said, “We are very happy to host this special workshop to help neurology doctors stay up-to-date on the latest DBS advances. This workshop highlights the need to understand the gaps and debates in these treatments. I believe we as healthcare professionals have a duty to inform Parkinson’s patients about current treatment options. We are thrilled to have Prof. Dr. Jens Wolkman join us to share his know-how.”
Prof. Dr. Jens Volkmann, Professor & Chair of Neurology at the University of Wurzburg Germany, said, “It’s an honor to take part in this workshop and share my insights on the newest DBS developments. The sharing of ideas and experiences among experts will bring about new thoughts and perspectives on how to treat Parkinson’s disease. The workshop emphasis’s on gaps and debates in DBS will spark important talks and discussions, which should lead to improved results for patients.”
Apollo Hospitals Chennai demonstrates its commitment to excellence through events like the hands-on workshop about GAPS & Controversies in Deep Brain Stimulation. This proves it’s at the forefront of medical advances. By working together and sharing what they know, Apollo Hospitals Chennai keeps setting new standards in neurology and raising the bar for medical care in India.
