Description: 

Neuroscience Grand Rounds brings together neurologists, neurosurgeons, psychologists, rehabilitation specialists, and allied health professionals to explore the cutting edge of brain and nervous system care. Each session features case presentations, emerging research, and expert dialogue on the latest advances in diagnosis, treatment, and patient outcomes. This series of lectures is designed to foster collaboration across disciplines and reflects the shared commitment to translating science into exceptional neurological care.

Target Audience: 

Physicians (MD or DO)

Physician Assistant (PA)

Psychologists

Nurse Practitioner (NP)

Social Workers

Other Healthcare Professionals

Learning Objectives: 

At the completion of this activity, learners will be able to:

  • Describe the neurological aspects of autism and identify key EEG findings and sleep-related characteristics associated with autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
  • Explain the role of genetics in autism and summarize evidence indicating that approximately 30–50% of autism risk is attributable to genetic factors.
  • Recognize and explain autism as a heterogeneous condition by describing the multiple biological and environmental contributors rather than a single causal mechanism.
  • Evaluate the scientific evidence regarding autism etiology and state clearly that vaccines do not cause autism.
  • Assess current research on medical therapies for autism and conclude that there is no evidence supporting the effectiveness of leucovorin as a treatment for core autism features.

Assembly Bills 1195 & 241- Culturally Appropriate Care which is Free of Implicit Biases:

Learners are strongly encouraged to engage in self-directed learning related to the impact of implicit biases in this clinical area via the references provided below:

SDOH: 

Towfighi, A., Berger, R. P., Corley, A. M., Glymour, M. M., Manly, J. J., & Skolarus, L. E. (2023). Recommendations on social determinants of health in neurologic disease. Neurology, 101(7_Supplement_1), S17-S26. LINK TO ARTICLE

Fox, K. E., Maribona, A. S., Quintero, J., Lange, C., Semidey, K., & Nava, C. L. (2023). Addressing health inequities in the united states: a case report on autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and social determinants of health. Cureus, 15(7). LINK TO ARTICLE

Disclosure of Financial or In-Kind Commercial Support & Conflict of Interest

Faculty List: 

Committee Member(s)

Eric Collins, MD has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

Ariele Greenfield, Director, Palo Alto Medical Foundation MS Center has a financial relationship (Consultant) with TG therapeutics; financial relationship (Consultant) with Artivabio.

Shawn Kile, MD has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

Lisamarie La Vallee, DNP, RN, ACM has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

Kenneth Laxer, MD, FAAN, FAES, FANA has a financial relationship (Speaker) with SK Life Science.

William McMullen, Ph.D., ABPP-CN has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

Armen Moughamian, MD, PhD has a financial relationship (Consultant) with Eli Lilly; financial relationship (Consultant) with Eisai.

Nancy Palmer, Nurse Practitioner has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

Course Director(s)

Kenneth Laxer, MD, FAAN, FAES, FANA has a financial relationship (Speaker) with SK Life Science.

Moderator(s)

Kenneth Laxer, MD, FAAN, FAES, FANAhas a financial relationship (Speaker) with SK Life Science.

Peer Reviewer(s)

Eric Collins, MD has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

Planner(s)

Eric Collins, MD has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

Ariele Greenfield, Director, Palo Alto Medical Foundation MS Center has a financial relationship (Consultant) with Artivabio;financial relationship (Consultant) with TG therapeutics.

Shawn Kile, MDhas no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

Lisamarie La Vallee, DNP, RN, ACMhas no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

Kenneth Laxer, MD, FAAN, FAES, FANAhas a financial relationship (Speaker) with SK Life Science.

William McMullen, Ph.D., ABPP-CNhas no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

Armen Moughamian, MD, PhDhas a financial relationship (Consultant) with Eisai;financial relationship (Consultant) with Eli Lilly.

Sean O'Callaghan, BS, PCCP, PAHR, sHRBPhas no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

Nancy Palmer, Nurse Practitionerhas no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

Daniel Ro, B.S. and M.D.has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

No one involved in the planning or presentation of this educational activity have any relevant financial relationship(s) to disclose with ineligible companies whose primary business is producing, marketing, selling, re-selling, or distributing healthcare products used by or on patients. No financial or in-kind commercial support was received to produce or promote this educational activity.

– Provider Designee/Verification: Fozia Ferozali, Ed.D

Session date: 
04/23/2026 - 12:00pm to 1:00pm PDT
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  • 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™

    Physician Credit 

    Sutter Health designates this Live activity for a maximum of 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ for physicians. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

     

  • 1.00 Non-Physician Participation Credit

    Sutter Health designates this Live activity for a maximum of 1.00 Non-Physician Participation Credit. Non-Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

    AMA PRA Category 1 Credits HOURS™ Continuing Medical Education is acceptable for meeting the continuing education requirements for Pharmacists, Physician Assistants, Psychologists, Registered Nurses, and Respiratory Care Practitioners. For other disciplines, please check with the regulatory board for your discipline to confirm what type of credits meet the continuing education requirements. Continuing education hours for nurses accredited by ANCC, via Joint Accreditation.

     

  • 1.00 ANCC

    Nursing Credit - American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) 

    Sutter Health designates this Live activity for a maximum of 1.00 ANCC contact hour(s). Nurses should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

     

  • 1.00 CA BRN

    Nursing Credit - California Board of Registered Nursing (CA BRN)
    This activity is approved for 1.00 contact hour(s) by Sutter Health, which is an approved provider by the California Board of Registered Nursing. (Provider Number 17182). Nurses should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

  • 1.00 IPCE

    This activity was planned by and for the healthcare team, and learners will receive 1.00 Interprofessional Continuing Education (IPCE) credit for learning and change.

     

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Faculty List: 
Peer Reviewer(s)

Shawn Kile, MD

has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.
Speaker(s)

Michael Chez, MD FAAN FAES

has a financial relationship (Grant Or Contract) with Ucb;.
has a financial relationship (Speaker) with Neurelis;.
has a financial relationship (Consultant) with Immedica;.
has a financial relationship (Consultant) with SK pharma;.