44th Annual Barrow Neuroscience Nursing Symposium
Local Roots, Global Reach
Course Goal
This symposium, “Local Roots, Global Reach,” explores the comprehensive care continuum for neurological patients. From initial presentation through long-term recovery, experts will dive into best practices, cutting-edge advancements, and persistent challenges in neuroscience nursing. Expect to gain actionable insights on fostering collaborative, multidisciplinary approaches to enhance patient outcomes at every stage of their journey.
Objectives
Attendees will be able to:
- Analyze the latest strategies in professional development for neuroscience nurses
- Apply evidence-based interventions for managing agitation in neurological patients
- Identify advancements in traumatic brain injury (TBI) care across the continuum
- Describe the evolution and impact of magnetoencephalography (MEG) technology in epilepsy diagnosis and management
- Summarize key surgical approaches used in contemporary neurosciences
- Discuss global health disparities and the impact of international neuro-consultations (e.g., Tanzania)
- Participants will be able to analyze the neurological and ENT-specific risks and benefits of select ENT interventions, considering impacts on cranial nerve function and rehabilitation
- Assess the historical milestones that have shaped neurosurgical nursing
- Participants will be able to evaluate the efficacy of different medication management approaches for different neurological conditions, incorporating evidence and expert opinions from various speakers
- Apply neuroimaging principles to analyze case studies of ischemic stroke, subarachnoid hemorrhage, and subdural hematoma, using interactive digital platforms for enhanced advocacy and visibility
Registration Information
| Early Bird (Before 10/06/26) | Late registration (after 10/06/26) | |
|---|---|---|
| Dignity Health Employee- Day One | $115.00 | $125.00 |
| Dignity Health Employee- Day Two | $115.00 | $125.00 |
| Dignity Health Employee- Both Days | $180.00 | $190.00 |
| Visiting Health Care Professional- Day One | $130.00 | $140.00 |
| Visiting Health Care Professional- Day Two | $130.00 | $140.00 |
| Visiting Health Care Professional- Both Days | $205.00 | $215.00 |
Nursing Credits Available
The hours obtained by attending this CE event can be used toward recertification for CNRN and SCRN.
In-Person
October 20-21, 2026
Date, Time, and Location
In Person
Tuesday and Wednesday, October 20-21, 2026
Goldman Auditorium
Barrow Neurological Institute
2910 North 3rd Avenue
Phoenix, Arizona 85013
Target Audience
Health care professionals specializing in the field of neuroscience, including all levels of nurses and other professionals involved in various outpatient and inpatient clinical settings.
Agenda and Speaker Information
All times refer to Arizona time (Mountain Standard Time).
- Agenda Coming Soon
Conference Planning Committee
- Jessica Adame, MSN-Ed, RN, SCRN, CNRN
- Neuroscience Nurse Educator
- Michelle Belusic, MSN, APRN, AGCNS-BC, CNRN, CCRN
- Neuroscience Clinical Nurse Specialist
- Mackenzie Granitz, BSN, RN, CNRN
- Neuroscience Nurse Educator
- Elise Henling, BSN, RN, CRRN
- Neuroscience Nurse Educator
- Ivana Marincic, BSN, RN, CNRN
- Neuroscience Nurse Educator
- Lisel McLellan, MSN, RN, CNOR
- Neuroscience OR Nurse Educator
- Madona Plueger, MSN, APRN, CNRN, ACNS-BC, FAES
- Neuroscience Clinical Nurse Specialist
- Ina Reynolds, BSN, RN, CCRN, CNRN, SCRN
- Neuroscience Nurse Educator
- Erin Tucker, BSN, RN, CNRN
- Neuroscience Nurse Educator
Commercial Support
No commercial support has been received.
Exhibitors and Sponsors
Those interested in exhibiting or sponsorship should contact CME@BarrowNeuro.org for more information.
Disclosure Information
No disclosures at this time.