Community Newsletter
Winter 2018
Webinars & Events



Visit www.cnnh.org/events to learn about our upcoming events and other community activities.

LECTURES AND PRESENTATIONS
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Wednesday March 14th   (FREE)
"Identifying Autism in Early Childhood"
CNNH Webinar: 12pm to 1pm
Presented by Elizabeth McHugh, Ph.D.

Wednesday April 25th 
"Estimation of an MCID for AIMS Total Score Change in Tardive Dyskinesia"
American Academy of Neurology 70th Annual Meeting, April 21-27th (Los Angeles, CA)
Presented by: Roger Kurlan, M.D.

Wednesday May 9th   (FREE) 
"Exploring Tourette's Syndrome"
CNNH Webinar 12pm to 1pm
Presented by Romaine Schubert, M.D.

Thursday May 17th - 
"Interpretation and Discussion of Protracted Concussion Symptoms in Pediatric Populations: The Role of Neuropsychology and Psychoeducation in Clinical Care"
36th Annual Professional Seminar, NJ Brain Injury Alliance (Freehold, NJ)
Presented by Hilary Murphy, Ph.D., CNNH Neuropsychologist

Monday, June 25th - 
"Protracted Concussion Symptoms in Pediatric Populations: The Role of Neuropsychology and Psychoeducation"
18th Annual Conference hosted by the Brain Injury Association of Pennsylvania June 24-26, 2018 (Lancaster, PA)
Presented by Hilary Murphy, Ph.D., CNNH Neuropsychologist




GENETICS & AUTISM
Brought to You by CNNH & POAC Autism Services!

Presented by Richard Boles, M.D.
Director of NeuroGenomic Program at CNNH
International Expert in Genetics & Mitochondrial Medicine   

Dr. Boles will be expanding CNNH's innovative clinical model that provides personalized and precision solutions for complex and unsolved neurological, neuropsychiatric and neurodevelopmental disorders! 


Enjoy this Free 2-Part Webinar Series exploring 
Genetics & Mitochondrial Medicine...

Monday, April 16th   (FREE) 
7:00 to 8:30pm
"Autism & How Genetic Testing Can Help - Part I: Understanding Genetic Testing"


Monday, April 23rd   (FREE) 
1:00 to 2:30pm
"Autism & How Genetic Testing Can Help - Part II: Contributing to Improved Patient Outcomes"

It is not mandatory to participate in both webinars, but Part II is a continuation of Part I and will provide a more in-depth exploration of genetic testing.

The CNNH NeuroGenomics Program is currently available for physicians and other health care providers for accessing our "Peer-to-Peer" service. Physicians and other health care providers will be able to consult with Dr. Boles directly about re-analyzing previously done genetic testing results, advice for managing neurometabolic disorders, or to obtain guidance on choosing and interpreting genetic testing. Patients and families that are interested in this service should have their physician, specialist, or other health care provider contact CNNH NeuroGenomics Program at 855-852-8150 x1177 or email Debby Pasquale. In the near future, patients and families will be able to directly consult with Dr. Boles.



EXHIBITS AND SPONSORSHIPS
Visit our CNNH resource table and support community organizations at the following upcoming events:
April 16th - Camden County CMO Resource Fair (Voorhees Town Center)
April 25th -  Fox Rehab Facility (Cherry Hill, NJ)
May 5th  - POAC Walk-a-thon (Lakewood, NJ)


TEAM DISTINCTIONS 
Amanda Zorzi, MT-BC, NMT,  a Board-Certified Music Therapist at CNNH, recently earned distinction as a neurologic music therapist (NMT). She has been trained in research-based treatment techniques for sensorimotor training, speech and language training and cognitive training. 

Roger Kurlan, M.D. was selected as an Outstanding New Jersey physician for 2017 by Castle Connolly Medical Ltd!

Roger Kurlan, M.D. was named to the 2017-2018 Best Doctors in America ® list!

Roger Kurlan, M.D. was named by Philadelphia Magazine as one of the Region's Top Doctor in the May 2018 issue!

Ronald Barabas, M.D. was named 2017 Jersey Choice Top Doctors by NJ Monthly Magazine! 

Ronald Barabas, M.D. was named 2018 Top Doctor in the New York Metro Area by Castle Connolly!

Ronald Barabas, M.D. was named 2017 Top Doctor for Children by Inside Jersey!

Ronald Barabas, M.D. was named 2017 Top Doctor by Inside Jersey Magazine!

Mark Mintz, M.D. was named 2017 Top Doctor in Inside Jersey Magazine!


TEAM CNNH
American Cancer Society Bike - June 10th
Philadelphia, PA to Atlantic City, NJ
Join Team CNNH today!




Bike MS: City to Shore Ride 2018
Cherry Hill to Ocean City, NJ (multiple start locations)
Join Team CNNH today!





RECENT ACTIVITIES 
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Not reflected in the previous newsletter)
Sometimes events and webinars are planned between newsletters, so they miss being highlighted! Even though you may have missed an event, publication, or recognition, we want to make sure that it is reflected in our announcements. That is the focus of this section.  For webinars conducted by CNNH, follow the link to our website for the recording. 

February 26-27th - Dr. Mark Mintz participated in 2018 Neurology on the Hill (NOH) in Washington, D.C. This group of neurologists met face-to-face with lawmakers to educate them about the critical role of neurologists in health care and the need for reform. Priority issues included: increasing funding for the NIH; reforming drug pricing and reducing regulatory hassles. Visit the American Academy of Neurology for more information.

February 15th - "The Value of a Neuropsychological Evaluation" by Michelle Humm, Ph.D., CNNH Neuropsychologist

February 13th  - Special Needs Resource Fair and Sensory Experience Exhibitor

January 25-27th - Dr. Pnina Mintz participated in the Medical Group Management Association (MGMA) Annual State Leadership Conference in Denver, Colorado. Dr. Mintz is a NJ Delegate and the Chair of the Legislative Committee for MGMA NJ.

January 25th - Voorhees Rotary Breakfast Club Award Dinner Sponsor

January 23rd - CNNH Clinical Connections - Referral Mixer at CNNH - Wall Township

January 11th - "The Healing Power of Art: Using Art in Treating Anxiety in Children with Developmental Delay and Autism Spectrum Disorders" by Alexandra Back, M.A., ATR-BC, CNNH Director of Creative Arts Therapies

December 8th  - NJ Association of School Psychologists Exhibitor


November -  Israel Ride 2017 Drs. Mark and Pnina Mintz completed over 400+ miles of bike riding  over 5 days across the terrain of Israel to raise funds for the Arava Institute and NeurAbilities.









PUBLICATIONS: Mintz M, Pina-Garza JE, Wolf SM, et al.: Safety and Tolerability of Adjunctive Eslicarbazepine Acetate in Pediatric Patients (aged 4-17 years) with Partial-Onset (Focal) Seizures. Abstract No. 3.276, Poster Presentation at the 2017 American Epilepsy Society Annual Meeting, www.aesnet.org  (Washington, D.C.)

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