Brain Stimulation CME Course 2026

Thursday, October 29, 2026, 8:00 AM - Friday, October 30, 2026, 5:00 PM, Gaulton Auditorium at the Kelly Research Building, Philadelphia, PA

The Brain Stimulation CME Course is a comprehensive, multidisciplinary educational program designed to equip clinicians with the knowledge and practical frameworks needed to evaluate, select, and implement neuromodulation therapies across neurologic and psychiatric conditions. Over two days, the course provides an integrated overview of invasive and noninvasive brain stimulation modalities, including deep brain stimulation (DBS), vagus nerve stimulation (VNS), responsive and adaptive neurostimulation (RNS, adaptive DBS), transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS), low-intensity focused ultrasound (LIFU), and electroconvulsive therapy (ECT). Day 1 focuses on foundational principles and established clinical applications. Learners will explore the surgical, circuit-level, and systems mechanisms underlying invasive neuromodulation, followed by in-depth discussions of DBS for movement disorders, epilepsy, and psychiatric disease. The afternoon transitions to noninvasive neuromodulation, emphasizing TMS technology, mechanisms, and evidence-based indications in depression, anxiety, OCD, and smoking cessation. Day 2 emphasizes emerging approaches, personalization, and clinical implementation. Sessions address treatment selection and sequencing, accelerated and novel TMS protocols, targeting strategies based on anatomy and functional connectivity, and precision dosing. Additional modules cover tDCS, LIFU, and expanded perspectives on ECT, including mechanistic insights and integration with other neuromodulation therapies. The course concludes with multidisciplinary panels and case-based discussions that highlight real-world clinical decision-making and collaborative care models.

1. Improve clinical knowledge, skills, and decision-making related to neuromodulation by enhancing the ability of healthcare teams to select, personalize, and implement invasive and noninvasive brain stimulation therapies.
2. Improve care delivery and patient outcomes across neurologic and psychiatric conditions.
3. Describe the mechanisms, clinical indications, and limitations of invasive neuromodulation modalities—including DBS, VNS, and RNS —across neurologic and psychiatric disorders.
4. Compare and contrast noninvasive neuromodulation techniques (TMS, tDCS, LIFU, and ECT) with respect to mechanisms of action, evidence base, safety considerations, and appropriate clinical use.
5. Integrate multidisciplinary perspectives from neurology, psychiatry, neurosurgery, and neuropsychology to inform clinical decision-making and case-based selection among neuromodulation treatment options.
6. The learner will have a better understanding of how to determine which techniques are suitable to which patients and conditions, and be more comfortable offering these various neuromodulation options to their patients.

Thursday, October 29, 2026 - 8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Friday, October 30, 2026 - 8:30 am - 12:30 pm

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Registration Fees

The fees to attend in-person are as follows:

• $295 for Physicians/Industry attendees

• $125 for Psychologists, Nurse Practitioners, Physician Assistants, Nurses and Healthcare Professionals

• $99 for Residents, Fellows, and Students.

Penn Medicine Employees, Faculty and Staff can register at the following rates:

• $199 for Physicians

• $99 for Psychologists, Nurse Practitioners, Physician Assistants, Nurses and Healthcare Professionals

• $75 for Residents, Fellows, and Students

Mailed Registration: Note that mailed registrations may take more than 5-10 business days before they are received because we continue to experience longer delays in receiving mail. We encourage all attendees to register online. See the registration form for mailing instructions. All registrations will be confirmed by email as long as your registration is received no later than October 14, 2026.

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In support of improving patient care, Penn Medicine is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.  

Designation of Credit
Physicians: Penn Medicine designates this live activity for a maximum of 10.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Psychologists: Continuing Education (CE) credits for psychologists are provided through the co-sponsorship of the American Psychological Association (APA) Office of Continuing Education in Psychology (CEP). The APA CEP Office maintains responsibly for the content of the programs. This activity awards up to 10.00 credits for Psychologists.

AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ (10.00 hours), APA Psychology (10.00 hours), Non-Physician Attendance / Participation (10.00 hours)

CANCELLATION POLICY
In order to process refunds for course withdrawals, cancellations must be received in writing by October 14, 2026 (subject to a service charge equivalent to 10% of the registration fee, but no less than $25.00). No refunds will be issued thereafter.

The University reserves the right to cancel or postpone any course due to unforeseen circumstances. In the event of cancellation or postponement, the University will refund registration fees but is not responsible for related costs or expenses to participants, including cancellation fees assessed by hotels, airlines, and travel agencies.