Advances in Autism 2021
Live Virtual Learning
April 30, 2021
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This annual symposium, now virtual, is designed for all those interested in learning about the latest breakthroughs in research and treatment in autism spectrum disorder (ASD), including health care providers, teachers, autism service providers, and families. Nationally renowned UCLA Center for Autism Research and Treatment (CART) faculty will present the most up-to-date infor-mation about ASD.
Pre-recorded talks on-demand will be available for viewing two weeks before the live event. The symposium will cover topics such as challenging behaviors, conducting an autism assessment during the pandemic, up to date information about ASD across the lifespan, the experience of living with autism, and the role of a parent advocate in accelerating research in neurodevelopmental disorders.
On Friday, April 30, 2021, a live discussion will be presented along with a Q and A session with the featured speakers. Participants will be able to submit questions while viewing the pre-recorded talks before the event through this website as well as during the day of the live event.
Please note: The pre-recorded talks alone are not certified for CME credits. Registrants must watch the pre-recorded talks AND attend the live portion of the course to claim CME credits. Registrants who do not attend the live virtual meeting cannot claim credits for this event.
Target Audience
This annual symposium, which this year will include both live and recorded presentations, is designed for all those interested in learning about the latest breakthroughs in research and treatment in autism spectrum disorder (ASD), including health care providers, teachers, autism service providers, and families.
There are 2 steps to complete this course:
- Watch the pre-recorded talks on-demand, available for viewing two weeks before, and three weeks after, the live event.
- Join the live virtual discussion on Friday, April 30, 2021, from 9 am – 1 pm.
Please note: The pre-recorded talks alone are not certified for CME credits. Registrants must watch the pre-recorded talks AND attend the live portion of the course to claim CME credits. Registrants who do not attend the live virtual meeting cannot claim credits for this event.
Enrollment
To enroll click here.
*Note: To ensure course material is received before the course begins, early registration is advised. Online registration will close at 11:59 PM on Wednesday, April 28th.
Enrollment after online registration has closed:
- Option 1: Please call (310) 794 – 2620 between 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Pacific Standard Time) by Thursday, April 29th.
- Option 2: Email us between 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Pacific Standard Time) at UCLACME@mednet.ucla.edu by Thursday, April 29th.
Enrollment on the day(s) of the course: Registration will only be accepted between 7:00 AM - 10:00 AM (Pacific Standard Time). Please leave a voicemail with your name, callback number, and the course you’d like to attend. An assistant will return your call during that timeframe to enroll you in the course.
By Phone
Use your American Express, MasterCard, VISA, or Discover card. Call (310) 794-2620.
Course Fees
- Physicians & Doctoral Level: $195.00
- Nurses and Allied Health Professionals: $165.00
- Non-Healthcare: $90.00
Refunds
Cancellations must be received in writing by Friday, April 16, 2021 and will be subject to a $50 processing fee. No refunds will be granted after that date. If, for any reason, the course must be cancelled, discontinued, or rescheduled by the Office of Continuing Medical Education, a full refund will be provided.
Symposium Chairs
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Daniel H. Geschwind, MD, PhD |
Susan Bookheimer, PhD |
UCLA Course Faculty
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Michael Gandal, MD, PhD |
Elizabeth Laugeson, PsyD |
Guest Speakers
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Allyson Berent, DVM, DACVIM |
John Constantino, MD, PhD |
Friday, April 30, 2021 |
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| 9:00 am (PST) |
Welcome and Introduction Daniel H. Geschwind, MD, PhD |
| KEYNOTE 1 | |
| 9:15 am |
Addressing Challenging Behavior Exhibited by Children with ASD: A Research Continuum Speaker: Nathan Call, PhD, BCBA Moderator: Rujuta Wilson, MD |
| KEYNOTE 2 | |
| 9:45 am |
Autism Assessment During Social Distancing: What We’re Learning? Speaker: Catherine Lord, PhD Moderator: Benjamin Schneider, MD |
| 10:15 am | Break |
| GENETICS & PARENT ADVOCATE | |
| 10:25 am |
How Genetics Informs Our Understanding of ASD Daniel H. Geschwind, MD, PhD From Impossible to Possible: A Personal Journey Through Drug Development Speaker: Allyson Berent, DVM, DACVIM Moderator: Shafali Spurling Jeste, MD |
| HEALTH DISPARITIES | |
| 11:10 am |
Genetic Epidemiology and Pathways to Equity in Autism Speaker: John Constantino, MD, PhD Moderator: Connie Kasari, PhD |
| 11:40 am | Break |
| ADULT INTERVENTION | |
| 11:50 am |
Advances in the Research and Treatment of Adults with ASD Speakers: Amanda Gulsrud, PhD & Elizabeth Laugeson, PsyD Moderator: Michael Gandal, MD, PhD |
| SELF-ADVOCATE | |
| 12:20 pm |
TBD Speaker: John Elder Robison Moderator: Susan Bookheimer, PhD |
| 12:50 pm |
Adjourn Dan Geschwind, MD, PhD |
At the completion of this course, participants should be able to:
- Address challenging behaviors for children with ASD
- Incorporate knowledge about the BOSA, an autism assessment, during apandemic
- Integrate genetics into our understanding of ASD
- Learn about the personal journey of a parent and a self-advocate
- Review pathways leading to equity in autism
- Describe advances in treatment and research for adults with ASD
- Inform families of children with ASD about the current goals and newapproaches to intervention research in ASD
Accreditation Disclaimer
To claim the maximum 11.75 CME credits for this activity, participants must view all pre-recordings and attend the live virtual event on April 30th. Physicians should claim only the credit(s) commensurate with the extent of their participation.
Accreditation Statement
The Office of Continuing Medical Education, David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
The Office of Continuing Medical Education, David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA designates this live activity for a maximum of 11.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits TM. Physicians should claim only credit(s) commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
The California State Board of Registered Nursing accepts courses approved by the AMA for category 1 credit as meeting the continuing education requirements for license renewal. Nurses from states other than California should inquire with their local State Board for specific continuing education policies.
The FDA has issued a concept paper which classifies commercial support of scientific and educational programs as promotional unless it can be affirmed that the program is "truly independent" and free of commercial influence. In addition to independence, the FDA requires that nonpromotional, commercially supported education be objective, balanced, and scientifically rigorous. The policy further states that all potential conflicts of interest of the CME staff and faculty be fully disclosed to the program's participants. In addition, Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education policy mandates that the provider adequately manages all identified potential conflicts of interest prior to the program. We at UCLA fully endorse the letter and spirit of these concepts.