Marcus Neuroscience Institute Brain and Spine Symposium
The Marcus Neuroscience Institute Brain and Spine Symposium is a two-day academic event designed to assist attendees in expanding their knowledge of the latest advances in the field of neuroscience through didactic lectures, interactive panel discussions and case-based presentations.
The expert faculty will discuss the latest evidence-based practices in the care of brain and spine surgeries, interventional pain management, neurodegenerative diseases, multiple sclerosis, movement disorders, epilepsy, and many more topics in the neurosciences.
Agenda
Thursday, May 15 - 6 Cat. 1
| 8:00 – 8:20 a.m. | Welcome and Introductions Warren Selman, M.D. |
| 8:20 – 8:40 a.m. | Current Approaches to Management of Intracranial AVMs Phillip Stieg, M.D. |
| 8:40 – 9:00 a.m. | Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus, A Reversible Cause of Dementia Frank D. Vrionis, M.D., Ph.D., MPH |
| 9:00 – 9:20 a.m. | Advanced Cerebrovascular Case Presentations: Intracranial Aneurysms, dAVFs, and Acute MeVO Brian Snelling, M.D. |
| 9:20 – 9:40 a.m. | Advancements in Technology for Brain Surgery: A Tech Talk Warren Selman, M.D. |
| 9:40 – 10:00 a.m. | The Allure of Spinal Radiation: Synergizing with Spinal Surgery Anurag Agarwal, M.D. |
| 10:00 – 10:10 a.m. | Questions & Answers |
| 10:10 – 10:35 a.m. | Break and Visit Exhibits |
| 10:35 – 10:40 a.m. | Introductions Kimisha Lutas, MSN, R.N. |
| 10:40 – 11:00 a.m. | Understanding Low Back Pain: Prevention, Pitfalls and Exercise Ronald Tolchin, D.O. |
| 11:00 – 11:20 a.m. | Advanced Interventional Options for Axial Back Pain Seif Elbualy, M.D. |
| 11:20 – 11:40 a.m. | Early and Progressive Mobilization: A Collaborative Approach Michelle Gomez, P.T., DPT |
| 11:40 a.m. – 12:00 noon | Age, Race, Gender and Implicit Bias in Pain Management: The Nerves of it All! Sanya Arscott, BSN, R.N, PMGT-BC |
| 12:00 – 12:10 p.m. | Questions & Answers |
| 12:10 – 1:00 p.m. | Lunch, Visit Exhibits, and Product Theater |
| 1:00 – 1:05 p.m. | Introductions Marcia Solomon, MHA, BSN, R.N. |
| 1:05 – 1:25 p.m. | Case Presentation: Lateral Interbody Fusions Deeptee Jain, M.D. |
| 1:25 – 1:45 p.m. | Review of Traumatic Forces in Cervical Spine Injuries: Mechanisms, Anatomic and Radiologic Findings Matthew R. Moore, M.D., FAANS, FACS |
| 1:45 – 2:05 p.m. | Anterior, Lateral, and Posterior Interbody Approaches to the Lumbar Spine: Advantages, Disadvantages, and Caveats Evan M. Packer, M.D., MBA, FAANS, FACS |
| 2:05 – 2:25 p.m. | Managing Adult Spinal Deformities Elias Dakwar, M.D., FAANS |
| 2:25 – 2:30 p.m. | Questions & Answers |
| 2:30 – 2:50 p.m. | Break and Visit Exhibits |
| 2:50 – 2:55 p.m. | Introductions Darryl Wright, BSN, R.N. |
| 2:55 – 3:15 p.m. | Case Presentation: Artificial Inteligence Timothy O’Connor, M.D., FACP |
| 3:15 – 3:35 p.m. | The Value of the Lateral Approach in Adult Spinal Deformity Elias Dakwar, M.D., FAANS |
| 3:35 – 3:55 p.m. | Advancing Technology in Neurosurgery Timothy O’Connor, M.D., FACP |
| 3:55 – 4:00 p.m | Questions & Answers |
| 4:00 p.m. | Adjourn |
Friday, May 16 - 6.5 Cat. 1
| 8:00 – 8:20 a.m. | Welcome and Introductions Peter Gliebus, M.D. |
| 8:20 – 8:40 a.m. | Best Practices in the Evaluation and Management of Parkinson's Disease Sameea Hussain Wilson, D.O. |
| 8:40 – 9:00 a.m. | High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound for Healthcare Professionals Timothy Miller, M.D. |
| 9:00 – 9:20 a.m. | Neuropsychological in the Diagnosis of Dementia Raphael Wald, Psy.D., ABN, CMPC |
| 9:20 – 9:40 a.m. | Alzheimer’s Disease: Current Medical Treatments Peter Gliebus, M.D. |
| 9:40 – 10:00 a.m. | Break and Visit Exhibits |
| 10:00 – 10:20 a.m. | Frontotemporal Dementia: Clinical and Pathological Perspectives Peter Gliebus, M.D. |
| 10:20 – 10:40 a.m. | Thinking About Functional Neurologic Disorders Yankel Girshman, D.O. |
| 10:40 – 11:00 a.m. | Myasthenia Gravis: A Treatable Underestimated Illness Marc A. Swerdloff, M.D. |
| 11:00 – 11:20 a.m. | Myasthenia Gravis Treatment Svetlana Faktorovich, M.D. |
| 11:20 – 11:40 a.m. | Cerebral Amyloid Angiopathy: Clinical Insights and Emerging Therapies Michal Dobbs, M.D. |
| 11:40 a.m. – 12:00 noon | Stroke in Pregnancy Constance Katsafanas, D.O. |
| 12:00 noon – 1:00 p.m. | Lunch and Visit Exhibits |
| 1:00 – 1:20 p.m. | Neuroimaging of Brain Tumors 2025: Identifying a Mass in the Brain with Current Imaging Modalities Thomas C. Hammond, M.D. |
| 1:20 – 1:40 p.m. | Psychosocial Evaluation of Neurological Patients Sandi Zelniker, LCSW |
| 1:40 – 2:00 p.m. | Re-Irradiation of CNS Malignancies Hina Saeed, M.D. |
| 2:00 – 2:20 a.m. | Break and Visit Exhibits |
| 2:20 – 2:40 a.m. | Epilepsy Update: Beyond Anti-seizure Medications Pooja Patel, M.D. |
| 2:40 – 3:00 p.m. | Optimizing Epilepsy Management: Advancement in Anti-seizure Medications Luis Felipe Tornes, M.D. |
| 3:00 – 3:20 p.m. | Minimal Access Techniques For the Surgical Management of Epilepsy Yarema Bezchlibnyk, M.D., Ph.D., FRCSC |
| 3:20 - 3:40 p.m. | Multiple Sclerosis Update 2025 Amy Laitinen, M.D. |
| 3:40 – 4:00 p.m. | Acute Inpatient Rehabilitation after Stroke: Optimizing Recovery Mary Kathryn Gustafson, D.O. |
| 4:00 – 4:15 p.m. | Closing Remarks and Adjourn |
NOTE: Schedule subject to change.


Boca Raton Marriott at Boca Center
5150 Town Center Cir
Boca Raton, Florida 33486
United States
+1 (561) 368-9223
About the Venue
The Boca Raton Marriott at Boca Center is located in the heart of downtown Boca Raton and is a short stroll away from sandy beaches, amazing restaurants, and shopping. Enjoy scenic city views, with access to an outdoor pool and fitness center, all within minutes of Town Center at Boca Raton, museums, and family attractions.
Travel Information
- The drive time between the venue and Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) is 20-40 minutes and covers a distance of around 26 miles.
- The drive time between the venue and Palm Beach International Airport (PBI) is 28-40 minutes and covers a distance of around 28 miles.
Rooms Rates and Highlights
- $239 per night, plus taxes
- 24-hour room service - Complimentary Wi-Fi - Complimentary fitness center access - Outdoor pool - Business Center
Dining
Sonrisa
Satisfy cravings with elevated “Floribbean” inspired menu selections at this distinctive Caribbean restaurant.
DRIFT
DRIFT offers a tapas-style menu that has everything from fresh blackened fish to Cajun and jerk style dishes, flatbreads and much more!
Boca Raton
Whether you are a visitor or long-time or new resident, spending time in Boca Raton is always enjoyable. The City offers memorable experiences for all ages - from dining and shopping to outdoor and nature activities, and top-notch culture and nightlife - Boca Raton truly has it all.
Symposium Directors

Spine Program Supervisor
Marcus Neuroscience Institute
Baptist Health Boca Raton Regional Hospital
Boca Raton, Florida

Board-Certified Neurosurgeon
Medical Director of the Deformity Spine Surgery Program
Marcus Neuroscience Institute
Baptist Health South Florida
Boca Raton, Florida

Director, Cognitive and Behavioral Neurology Program
Baptist Health Marcus Neuroscience Institute
Associate Professor of Neurology
Florida Atlantic University, Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine
Boca Raton, Florida

Director, Neuroscience Programs
Marcus Neuroscience Institute
Baptist Health South Florida
Boca Raton, Florida

Director, Minimally Invasive and Robotic Spine Surgery
Department of Neurosurgery
Marcus Neuroscience Institute
Bethesda Hospital
Boynton Beach, Florida
Boca Raton Regional Hospital
Baptist Health South Florida
Boca Raton, Florida

Neurosurgeon
Baptist Health Medical Group
Baptist Health Quality Network
Medical Directo, Neurosurgery
Marcus Neuroscience Institute
Baptist Health Boca Raton Regional Hospital
Boca Raton, Florida
Faculty

Radiation Oncologist
Baptist Health Medical Group
Baptist Health Quality Network
Eugene M. & Christine E. Lynn Cancer Institute
Boca Raton, Florida

Assistant Professor
Neurosurgery and Brain Repair
Morsani College of Medicine
Tampa, Florida

Chair, Clinical Neurosciences Department
Associate Dean of Clinical Affairs
Professor, Clinical Neurosciences
Fairfax Wood Endowed Chair of Clinical Neurosciences
Florida Atlantic University
Schmidt College of Medicine
Boca Raton, Florida

Anesthesiologist
Director of Interventional Pain Management
Marcus Neuroscience Institute
Boca Raton Regional Hospital
Baptist Health South Florida
Boca Raton, Florida

Neurologist
Director of Neuromuscular Medicine
Marcus Neuroscience Institute
Baptist Health Boca Raton Regional Hospital
Boca Raton, Florida

Consultation-Liaison Psychiatry
Medical Director, Psychiatry
Affiliate Professor, FAU College of Medicine
Boca Raton Regional Hospital
Baptist Health South Florida
Boca Raton, Florida

Manager, Rehabilitation Services
Inpatient Rehabilitation Center
Marcus Neuroscience Institute
Baptist Health Boca Raton Regional Hospital
Boca Raton, Florida

Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Physician
Marcus Neuroscience Institute
Baptist Health Boca Raton Regional Hospital
Boca Raton, Florida

Board Certified Neurologist
Marcus Neuroscience Institute
Baptist Health Boca Raton Regional Hospital
Assistant Clinical Professor
Florida Atlantic University
Boca Raton, Florida
Assistant Clinical Professor
College of Osteopathic Medicine
Nova Southeastern University
Davie, Florida

Director, Movement Disorder Neurology
Marcus Neuroscience Institute
Baptist Health Boca Raton Regional Hospital
Associate Professor of Neurology
Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine
Florida Atlantic University
Boca Raton, Florida

Minimally Invasive Spine Surgeon
Center for Bone & Joint Surgery
Palm Beach, Florida

Neurologist
Marcus Neuroscience Institute
Baptist Health Boca Raton Regional Hospital
Boca Raton, Florida

Director of Multiple Sclerosis and Neuroimmunology
Baptist Health Marcus Neuroscience Institute|
Boca Raton, Florida

Neurosurgeon
Director of Functional Neurosurgery
Marcus Neuroscience Institute
Boca Raton Regional Hospital
Boca Raton, Florida

Director, Integrated Neurosurgery
Department of Neurosurgery
Marcus Neuroscience Institute
Baptist Health Boca Raton Regional Hospital
Boca Raton, Florida

Director of Epilepsy
Marcus Neuroscience Institute
Baptist Health Boca Raton Regional Hospital
Boca Raton, Florida

Radiation Oncologist
Deputy Director, Radiation Oncology
Eugene M. & Christine E. Lynn Cancer Institute
Baptist Health Boca Raton Regional Hospital
Boca Raton, Florida

Neurosurgeon
Chief Medical Executive
Marcus Neuroscience Institute
Boca Raton, Florida

Neurosurgeon
Director, Cerebrovascular and Endovascular Neurosurgery
Director, Stroke Program
Marcus Neuroscience Institute
Baptist Health Boca Raton Regional Hospital
Medical Director, Marilyn and Stanley Barry Center for Cerebrovascular Disease and Stroke
Clinical Affiliate Instructor of Surgery
Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine
Florida Atlantic University
Boca Raton, Florida

Neurological and Vascular Surgery
Chair and Neurosurgeon-in-Chief
Weil Cornell Medicine
New York, New York

Neurologist
Marcus Neuroscience Institute
Baptist Health Boca Raton Regional Hospital
Boca Raton, Florida

Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
Medical Director, Spine Center
Miami Neuroscience Institute
Baptist Health Medical Group
Baptist Health Quality Network
Miami, Florida

Neurology
Baptist Health Medical Group
Baptist Health Quality Network
Miami Neuroscience Institute
Baptist Health South Florida
Miami, Florida

Chief of Neurosurgery
Marcus Neuroscience Institute
Director, Helen and Steven Weicholz Cell Therapy Laboratory
Baptist Health Boca Raton Regional Hospital
Professor, Department of Surgery
Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine
Florida Atlantic University
Boca Raton, Florida

Neuropsychologist / Psychologist
Baptist Health Marcus Neuroscience Institute
Boca Raton, Florida

Social Worker, Case Manager
Baptist Health Marcus Neuroscience Institute
Boca Raton, Florida
NOTE: Faculty subject to change.
Disclosures and Resolution of Conflicts of Interests Disclosure Policy and Disclaimer
Accreditation
Baptist Health South Florida is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians. Baptist Health has been re-surveyed by the ACCME and awarded Commendation for 6 years as a provider of CME for physicians.
Baptist Health South Florida designates this live activity for a maximum of 12.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
This activity has been approved for a total of 12.75 credit hours, CE Broker Course #20-1300229, Day 1 - 6.75 credits, CE Broker Course #20-1300406, Day 2 - 6.0 credits, by the Florida Boards of Medicine, Osteopathic Medicine and by the Florida Council of Physician Assistants.
This activity is approved for 12.5 credit hours for Nurse Practitioners, Nurses, Pharmacists and Techs, Occupational Therapists, Clinical Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy and Mental Health Counseling and Respiratory Therapists. CE Broker Course #20-1300229, Day 1 - 6.5 credits, CE Broker Course #20-1300406, Day 2 - 6.0 credits. Baptist Health South Florida CE Broker Provider #50-182.
Physical Therapy credits have been applied for. Approval is expected after the event takes place.
The American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Certification Board (AANPCB) accepts CEs accredited by the ACCME. Individuals are responsible for checking with the AANPCB for further guidelines.
AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ claimed by physicians attending live events certified and organized in the United States for AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ can be claimed through the agreement on mutual recognition of credits between UEMS and AMA, considered as being equal to the European Continuous Medical Education Credits (ECMEC©) granted by the UEMS. One AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ is equivalent to one (1) hour of European EACCME Credit (ECMEC©). Each medical specialist should claim only those hours of credit that he/she actually spent in the educational activity.
Disclaimer
Baptist Health South Florida presents this CME activity for use by healthcare professionals for educational purposes only. Opinions, perspectives and information presented by the faculty represent their ideas and views, and participants should carefully consider all available scientific data before acting on knowledge gained through this activity. Additionally, participants should consult the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for approved uses prior to prescribing medications or utilizing medical devices discussed in this activity.
While Baptist Health makes reasonable efforts to ensure that accurate information is presented, no warranty, expressed or implied, is offered. Participants should rely on their own clinical judgment, knowledge and experience before applying information acquired to their professional use.
We gratefully acknowledge the following exhibitors:
Abbott Laboratories
Abbvie
Acadia Pharmaceuticals
Alexion/AstraZeneca Rare Disease
Alnylam Pharmaceuticals
Ani Pharmaceuticals
Argenx
Astura/Highridge Medical
Baxter Healthcare
Bioventus
Boston Scientific
Cerapedics
Ceribell
Eisai
Enovis
Genentech
Gloria Drummond Rehab Institute at Boca Raton Regional Hospital
Infucare Rx
Integra Life Sciences
Lilly
LivaNova
Lundbeck Pharmaceuticals
Marcus Neuroscience Institute
Merck
Neurelis
NeuroPace
Orthofix
Pacira Pharmaceuticals
RapidAI
Saluda Medical
Siemens
SMI Cold Therapy
SpringWorks Therapeutics
Supernus Pharmaceuticals
Surgentec
Surgical Theater
TG Therapeutics
UCB
We gratefully acknowledge the following first-time exhibitors:
Biogen
Catalyst Pharmaceuticals
EBI - Zimmer Biomet
Inspire Sleep
Real Infusions
TEVA Pharmaceuticals
Vertex Pharmaceuticals
Price
Thank you for your interest in this Live, In-person Symposium
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