Welcome to the First Annual Updates in Neurology Symposium

We are delighted to welcome you to the First Annual Updates in Neurology Symposium, hosted by the Department of Neurology at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center. The symposium will take place on Saturday, September 26, 2026, at the SAMIS Education Center (Second Floor).

This event is designed for clinicians, researchers, trainees, and students interested in the future of neurological care and discovery. We hope this symposium will serve as a platform to showcase innovative work, strengthen interdisciplinary connections, and inspire the next generation of research in our field.

Attendees can look forward to hearing the updated literature and education in the following subspecialties of neurology: Neuropathy, Multiple Sclerosis, Epilepsy, Neurocritical Care, Movement Disorders, Dementia, Stroke, and Migraine.

We look forward to welcoming you for a full day of learning, collaboration, and innovation.

Symposium chairs,

Nidhiben Anadani, MD
Anwarul Haq, MD

Speakers

Rickey Reynolds, MD

Nidhiben Anadani, MD

Bhrugav Raval, MD

Jorge Ortiz Garcia, MD

M. Georgeta Varga, MD

Claire Delpirou Nouh, MD

Kevin Quoc Le, MD, Pharm D

Anwarul Haq, MD

Opening and Closing Remarks: Dr. Nidhiben Anadani and Dr. Anwarul Haq

Registration

Registration is open to all OUHSC staff, neurologists, researchers, residents, fellows, students, and other professionals interested in updates in neurology.

Registration includes:

Access to lectures and panel discussions
Breakfast, lunch, and networking opportunities

Register

Program Schedule 2026

7:30 – 8:00 AM		Registration, Check-in & Breakfast
8:00 – 8:05 AM		Welcome Remarks by Symposium Chairs - Nidhiben Anadani, MD and Anwarul Haq, MD
8:05 – 8:50 AM		Peripheral Neuropathies: Current Perspectives – Rickey Reynolds, MD
8:50 – 9:35 AM		Multiple Sclerosis: Emerging Therapies and Management - Nidhiben Anadani, MD
9:35 – 10:00 AM		Coffee Break/Exhibitors
10:00 – 10:45 AM		Update in Epilepsy - Bhrugav Raval, MD
10:45 – 11:30 AM		Neurocritical Care: Current Advances - Jorge Ortiz Garcia, MD
11:30 – 12:00 PM		Morning Panel (All morning speakers)
12:00 – 1:00 PM		Lunch
1:00 – 1:45 PM		Updates in Movement Disorders - M. Georgeta Varga, MD
1:45 – 2:30 PM		Updates in Dementia - Claire Delpirou Nouh, MD
2:30 – 3:00 PM		Coffee Break/Exhibitors
3:00 – 3:45 PM		Updates in Stroke - Kevin Quoc Le, MD, Pharm D
3:45– 4:30 PM		Updates in Migraine - Anwarul Haq, MD
4:30 – 5:00 PM		Afternoon Panel (All afternoon speakers)

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can attend the symposium?

The symposium is open to neurologists, stroke specialists, researchers, residents, fellows, students, and healthcare professionals interested in neurology and cognitive health from OU or outside OU network.

Is there a fee to register?

There is a registration fee. Registration is allowed through September 26th and in-person registration is available during the check-in portion of the event. Please see the registration fees below:

Registration categories

Will CME credits be offered?

Yes, CME credit will be offered at this symposium through Cloud CME. Please reach out if you have any questions regarding CME credits.

What is the venue address?

SAMIS Family Education Center, Rainbolt Auditorium (2nd floor)

University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center

1200 Children's Ave, Oklahoma City, OK 73104

(405) 271-7600

Who can I contact with additional questions?

Please email us at Kaitlyn-Everett@ou.edu or Dyllan-Schwenke@ou.edu for any inquiries regarding the symposium.