Events

  • November 7, 2023

    The Aitken Memorial Lecture Series

    The Aitken Memorial Lecture series was established in 1991 through an endowment from Drs. Ron and Elizabeth Aitken, anesthesiologists operating out of London, Ontario. It is held annualy by the Departments of Clinical Neurological Sciences and Anesthesia & Perioperative Medicine. Traditionally, the invited speaker gives a talk at both Anesthesia Grand Rounds and CNS Grand Rounds. This year, we have cordially invited Dr. Ivar Mendez, the Professor Emeritus of Neurosurgery at the University of Saskatchewan, as our visiting Professor. Dr. Mendez is a highly regarded researcher and innovator in developing remote presence devices to deliver healthcare to underserviced populations.


  • May 16, 2023

    2023 CNS Research Day

    On Tuesday, May 16th 2023, the Department of Clinical Neurological Sciences will host its 20th annual CNS Research Day. The full-day event features a series of poster and oral presentations from our residents, graduate students, PhD candidates and postdoctoral fellows. We will also host a distinguished researcher who will present the keynote address. Attendees of the event are the Department’s faculty, including neurosurgeons, neurologists, affiliated radiologists, pathologists and imaging researchers.


  • January 21, 2023

    Finding NEMO: NMOSD and MOGAD 101 Review Course

    Please join us virtually on Saturday, January 21, 2023 for the Finding NEMO: NMOSD and MOGAD 101 Review Course presented by the Canadian Neurological Sciences Federation (CNSF) and the Department of Clinical Neurological Sciences, Western University. Featuring presentations from Drs. Jodie Burton, Alexandra Muccilli, Adrian Budhram, Kazuo Fujihara, Romain Marignier, Dalia Rotstein, & Courtney Casserly.


  • October 11, 2022

    2022 Blume-Girvin Lecture in Epilepsy

    The Epilepsy Program at the Schulich School of Medicine and Dentistry, Western University is pleased to announce that Dr. Jaideep Kapur will present the 2022 Blume-Girvin Lecture in Epilepsy.


  • September 27, 2022

    2022 CNS Research Bootcamp

    The Department of Clinical Neurological Sciences is thrilled to be hosting the third annual virtual CNS Research Bootcamp. This informative webinar is designed to provide learners with an understanding of the basics of research in order to help with a future career in academia.


  • July 15-16, 2022

    2022 Neurosurgery Rookie Camp

    The Neurosurgery Rookie Camp was established eleven years ago with the primary objective of supporting new surgical trainees with their transition into residency. Training programs across Canada recognize the steep learning curve faced during the first year and the positive impact that attending this focused surgical course can have on preparing residents for the next six years. Every two years, a different Canadian university is selected to host the Neurosurgery Rookie Camp.


  • May 17, 2022

    2022 CNS Research Day

    On Tuesday, May 17th 2022, the Department of Clinical Neurological Sciences will be hosting its 19th annual CNS Research Day. The full day event features a series of poster and oral presentations from our residents, graduate students, PhD candidates and postdoctoral fellows. We will also host a distinguished researcher who will present the keynote address. Attendees of the event are the Department’s faculty, including neurosurgeons, neurologists, affiliated radiologists, pathologists and imaging researchers.


  • March 10, 2022

    SYNC Rounds

    We invite you to SYNC Rounds (Southwestern Ontario Year-round Neurosciences Collaboration), hosted by the Department of Clinical Neurological Sciences and the Krembil Brain Institute. This one-hour collaborative presentation will feature a neurological and neurosurgical perspective on Epilepsy.


  • February 8, 2022

    “Approach to Migraine Management” Dr. Lik Hang Tommy Chan

    Are you interested in furthering your management skills in headache, TIA/stroke, seizures or vertigo? Or need to know more about resources in Southwestern Ontario? Four practical and interactive talks will be delivered on the second Tuesday of the month from October to January. Target audience: Family Physicians and other health care professionals involved in delivering primary care in Southwestern Ontario.


  • January 11, 2022

    “An Update on TIA and Stroke” Drs. Lauren Mai & Jennifer Mandzia

    Are you interested in furthering your management skills in headache, TIA/stroke, seizures or vertigo? Or need to know more about resources in Southwestern Ontario? Four practical and interactive talks will be delivered on the second Tuesday of the month from October to January. Target audience: Family Physicians and other health care professionals involved in delivering primary care in Southwestern Ontario.


  • December 14, 2021

    “Primary Care Management of Seizures and Epilepsy” Dr. Jorge Burneo

    Are you interested in furthering your management skills in headache, TIA/stroke, seizures or vertigo? Or need to know more about resources in Southwestern Ontario? Four practical and interactive talks will be delivered on the second Tuesday of the month from October to January. Target audience: Family Physicians and other health care professionals involved in delivering primary care in Southwestern Ontario.


  • December 1-3

    Brainhack Western 2021

    The goal of the Brainhack Western 2021 is to bring together researchers and trainees with disparate backgrounds to collaborate on open science projects in neuroimaging and neuroscience. Brainhack projects are pitched on the first morning, and attendees will form into teams to work on these projects over the next three days. Tutorial sessions will be held concurrently for attendees to learn new skills as they work.


  • November 23, 2021

    SYNC Rounds

    We invite you to the first ever SYNC Rounds (Southwestern Ontario Year-round Neurosciences Collaboration), hosted by the Department of Clinical Neurological Sciences and the Krembil Brain Institute. This one-hour collaborative presentation will feature a neurological and neurosurgical perspective on the important brain/heart relationship.


  • November 16, 2021

    2021 Drake Neurovascular Lecture

    On Tuesday November 16th, 2021, Dr. Michael Kelly will provide the 2021 Drake Neurovascular Lecture with his presentation titled “The Saskatchewan Acute Stroke Pathway”.


  • November 9, 2021

    “Approach to Vertigo and Dizziness” Dr. J. Alexander Fraser

    Are you interested in furthering your management skills in headache, TIA/stroke, seizures or vertigo? Or need to know more about resources in Southwestern Ontario? Four practical and interactive talks will be delivered on the second Tuesday of the month from October to January. Target audience: Family Physicians and other health care professionals involved in delivering primary care in Southwestern Ontario.


  • October 12, 2021

    2021 Blume-Girvin Lecture

    The Epilepsy Program at the Schulich School of Medicine and Dentistry, Western University is pleased to announce that Dr. Christoph Helmstaedter will present the 2021 Blume-Girvin Lecture in Epilepsy.


  • September 14, 2021

    CNS Research Bootcamp

    The Department of Clinical Neurological Sciences is thrilled to be hosting the second annual virtual CNS Research Bootcamp. This informative webinar is designed to provide learners with an understanding of the basics of research in order to help with a future career in academia.


  • September 15, 2020

    CNS Research Bootcamp

    On Tuesday, September 15th, the Department of Clinical Neurological Sciences will be hosting a virtual event called The CNS Research Bootcamp. This event is an informative webinar designed to provide learners with an understanding of the basics of research in order to help with a future career in academia.


  • July 9-11, 2020

    CANCELLED: 2020 Canadian Neurosurgery Rookie Camp

    The Canadian Neurosurgery Rookie Camp was established nine years ago with the primary objective of supporting new surgical trainees with their transition into residency. Training programs across Canada recognize the steep learning curve faced during the first year and the positive impact that attending this focused surgical course can have on preparing residents for the next six years. Every two years, a different Canadian university is selected to host the Neurosurgery Rookie Camp.


  • May 19, 2020

    CANCELLED: 2020 CNS Research Day

    This day-long event features a series of poster and oral presentations from our residents, graduate students, PhD candidates and postdoctoral fellows. We will also host a distinguished researcher who will present the keynote address. Attendees of the event are the Department’s faculty, including neurosurgeons, neurologists, affiliated radiologists, pathologists and imaging researchers.


  • April 21, 2020

    POSTPONED: CNS Stroke Symposium 2020

    This full day event is a continuing medical educational opportunity focusing on the topics in Stroke care and research.


  • April 3, 2020

    Stroke Symposium Alberta

    What you need to know about stroke diagnosis, management and recovery focused in the office setting. The course will review what happens in acute stroke; how to manage stroke-related recovery issues, including spasticity and driving and how to assess and treat preventively after stroke. The course will be highly interactive and registrant driven with ample time for interaction and discussion.


  • January 10, 2020

    National Behavioural Neurology Rounds

    "Neurology on Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside - Challenges and Opportunities in Treatment and Prevention" presented by UCB.


  • November 29, 2019

    National Neurology Grand Rounds

    Epilepsy and Rapid Eye Movement Sleep Marcus C. Ng, BMSc, MD(STIR), FRCPC, CSCN(EEG), FACNS Assistant Professor of Neurology / Epileptologist Adjunct Professor of Biomedical Engineering University of Manitoba, Max Rady College of Medicine


  • November 12, 2019

    Celebrating Science and Discovery Dinner

    Join us as we shine the light on cardiovascular disease research at the Celebrating Science and Discovery Dinner. The evening will include the presentation of the 2019 J. Allyn Taylor International Prize in Medicine – one of Canada’s most prestigious research awards – to Dr. Daniel Radar. Guests will enjoy an evening which celebrates science and discovery at the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry's Robarts Research Institute.


  • November 7-10, 2019

    Fifth CSG Resident Training Program

    The Resident Training Program in the Management of Spasticity is a national educational initiative designed to enhance residents' experience with the treatment and management of spasticity. It is intended for Canadian PM&R and Neurology Residents in their final training years.


  • October 18, 2019

    Our Brains, Our Future: 50 Years of CNS

    In conjunction with the 2019 Western Homecoming, the Department of Clinical Neurological Sciences within Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, hosted a Scientific Symposium and evening Gala to celebrate its 50-year Anniversary.


  • October 17, 2019

    Can We Prevent Some Dementias Now? Scientific Symposium

    The Department of Clinical Neurological Sciences, in conjunction with Western Research and Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, hosted Can We Prevent Some Dementias Now? on October 17, 2019.


  • July 5-6, 2019

    2019 Neurosurgery Rookie Camp

    The Neurosurgery Rookie Camp was established eight years ago with the primary objective of supporting new surgical trainees with their transition into residency. Training programs across Canada recognize the steep learning curve faced during the first year and the positive impact that attending this focused surgical course can have on preparing residents for the next six years. Every two years, a different Canadian university is selected to host the Neurosurgery Rookie Camp.


  • July 5, 2019

    Staff & Faculty BBQ

    Let's celebrate summer and enjoy time with friends and colleagues at the 2019 Faculty & Staff Summer BBQ. Lunch will only be served to those who register through the online system by Friday, June 28. Be sure to R.S.V.P today. Complimentary parking for all attendees will be available in the Springett Parking Lot.