Veidlapa Nr. M-3 (8)
Study Course Description
Genetics for Neurologists
Course Code
RNL_028
Branch of Science
Clinical medicine; Medicinal Genetics
ECTS
3.00
Target Audience
Medicine
LQF
Level 8
Study Course Implementer
Course Supervisor
Evija Miglāne
Residency Speciality
Speciality
Neurologist
Supervisor of Medical Speciality
Evija Miglāne
Contacts
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About Study Course
Objective
Acquire theoretical knowledge in genetics of nervous system and genetic evaluation of neurological genetic diseases.
Learning Outcomes
Knowledge
1.Demonstrate an in-depth and increased knowledge in clinical subject of genetics. Define pathogenesis and clinical features and treatment principles of genetic neurological diseases. Interpret results of clinical and laboratory investigation diagnosing neurological genetic diseases.
Skills
1.Apply and analyse results of genetic testing to ensure professional approach in diagnosis, treatment and care of neurological genetic diaseases.
Competences
1.Formulate and analyze the use of genetic investigations in neurology. Adequately evaluate the results of genetic analysis, define diagnosis, show understanding and ethical responsibility for the result of professional activity of a neurologist.
Assessment
Individual work
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1.
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Preparing for practical classes and seminars, work with literature.
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Examination
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1.
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Ability to participate in discussion in practical classes and seminars about neurological genetic diseases.
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Study Course Theme Plan
FULL-TIME
Part 1
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Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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On site
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Specialized room
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Topics
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Modern possibilities and approach to genetics of nervous system. Genetic diagnoses and diagnostic methods. Role of genetics in prevention of nervous system diseases.
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Seminar
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On site
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Specialized room
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Topics
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Link between genetics and neurology.
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Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
3.00
Number of Residency Seminars:
2
Length (weeks):
2
Final Examination:
Residency exam (Theory and practice)
Bibliography
Required Reading
1.
Neurogenetics. Part I, Volume 147. editors: Daniel H. Geschwind, Henry L. Paulson, Christine Klein. Elsevier, 2018.
2.
Neurogenetics. Part II, Volume 148. editors Daniel H. Geschwind, Henry L. Paulson, Christine Klein. Elsevier, 2018.
Additional Reading
1.
Neuromuscular Disorders in Clinical Practice. Volume 1, editors: Bashar Katirji, Henry J. Kaminski, Robert L. Ruff
2.
Neuromuscular Disorders in Clinical Practice. Volume 2, editors: Bashar Katirji, Henry J. Kaminski, Robert L. Ruff
3.
Inherited Metabolic Diseases in Adults, A clinical guide. editors: Carla E. M. Hollak, Robin H. Lachmann