Annual Meeting Abstracts Now Available

Visit to browse the innovations and discoveries of the more than 2,600 abstracts that will be presented at the upcoming 2023 AAN Annual Meeting this April 22 to 27. These impressive findings were chosen because they represent the most innovative scientific research and cutting-edge breakthroughs in all facets of neurology. 

Boston & Virtual • April 22–27

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Visit AAN.com/AM today to secure your advance registration discounts for the 2023 AAN Annual Meeting. Whether you join us in person in Boston or live online, the meeting will offer an unforgettable educational and networking experience, no matter your career level or geographic location. 

What other symptoms of Rett syndrome are asking for your attention?

PHYSICAL SETBACK

Uncontrollable hand movements increased

MOOD ALERT

Sudden episodes of inconsolable screaming lasting hours

With no FDA-approved medication for Rett syndrome (RTT), treatment is symptomatic and supportive.2,3 But there are additional challenges of daily life with RTT that are not addressed with pharmacologic treatment or therapy.

Symptoms without specific pharmacologic intervention may include:

Inattention and anxiety1

Orthopedic and mobility issues1

Breathing abnormalities (eg, hyperventilation, breath-holding, air swallowing)1,4

Nighttime behaviors (eg, screaming, laughing)5

Nonverbal communication1

Stereotypic hand movements1

References:

1. Fu C, Armstrong D, Marsh E, et al. Consensus guidelines on managing Rett syndrome across the lifespan. BMJ Paediatr Open. 2020;4(1):e000717.

2. Gold WA, Krishnarajy R, Ellaway C, et al. Rett syndrome: a genetic update and clinical review focusing on comorbidities. ACS Chem Neurosci. 2018;9(2):167-176.

3. National Institutes of Health. What are the treatments for Rett syndrome? Accessed August 1, 2022. https://www.nichd.nih.gov/health/topics/rett/conditioninfo/ treatments#:~:text=With%20therapy%20and%20assistance%2C%20people%20with%20Rett%20syndrome

4. Tarquinio DC, Hou W, Neul JL, et al. The course of awake breathing disturbances across the lifespan in Rett syndrome. Brain Dev. 2018;40(7):515-529. 5. Wong K, Leonard H, Jacoby P, et al. The trajectories of sleep disturbances in Rett syndrome. J Sleep Res. 2015;24(2):223-233.

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March Highlights

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Add the 2023 Exhibit Hall to Your Boston ‘Must Do’ List

Set to kick off with an Opening Luncheon on Sunday, April 23, and run through Wednesday, April 26, this year’s Exhibit Hall promises to be four days of the meeting you won’t want to miss!

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New Brain & Life Book: Navigating the Challenges of Concussion

The latest volume in the Brain & Life® Books series, co-authored by AAN member Michael S. Jaffee, MD, FAAN, has been published.

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Self-advocacy, Positivity Guides Leadership Graduate to New Heights

Christine Doss Esper, MD, is quick to attribute recent impressive career successes, at least in part, to skills—and confidence—she gained through her experience in the AAN’s Women Leading in Neurology (WLN) program.

AAN Chief Executive Officer: Mary E. Post, MBA, CAE

News Briefs

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Permanent Standard Time Endorsed

The AAN has endorsed the American Academy of Sleep Medicine position statement supporting the benefits of permanent standard time for optimal brain health. The position statement calls for abolishing seasonal time changes in favor of a fixed, national, year-round standard time. Visit AAN.com/advocacy/position-statements to learn more.

AAN Member Services Wins National Award

The AAN won the 2023 National Customer Service Association Service Team of the Year award for its Member Services team. The awards recognize teams and organizations that consistently go the extra mile to provide the best in service to their customers. 