STC: Botox injections for chronic migraine: The PREEMPT Protocol
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What:
STC | CTC
When:
11:00 AM, Sunday 22 Jun 2025
(1 hour 45 minutes)
Where:
Vancouver Convention Centre (East Building)
- Meeting Room 11/12
Themes:
Skills Transfer Course (STC)Neuro-ophthalmology
Course Description: In this session, the PREEMPT protocol for Botulinum Toxin A treatment for chronic migraine will be thoroughly reviewed, including the threshold criteria for diagnosing chronic migraine. Participants will also learn about the practical aspects of incorporating this treatment into a busy clinical practice. The instructor will provide hands-on demonstrations of drawing up and administering Botulinum Toxin A, showcasing both the original PREEMPT protocol and the "follow the pain" injection technique.
Learning Objectives:
At the end of this session, participants will be able to:
1. Identify candidates for botulinum toxin a therapy for chronic migraine.
2. Dilute and draw up botulinum toxin a into syringes for administration.
3. Inject Botulinum Toxin A into a "patient".
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Target Audience: Ophthalmologists, Fellows, Residents
Subspeciality: Neuro-ophthalmology
STCs are accredited for Royal College MOC Section 3 credits.
Please note: STCs are an additional cost and advanced registration is required.
