Harvard Front Line Neurology: Advances and Innovations 2026

Comprehensive Neurology, Stroke, Dementia, Neuroimmunology & AI in Medicine Update

The Harvard Front Line Neurology: Advances and Innovations 2026 course is a premier Harvard Medical School CME program designed to provide healthcare professionals with a comprehensive update on the latest advances in neurological diagnosis, treatment, research, and emerging technologies. This intensive two-day virtual conference brings together internationally recognized experts to explore cutting-edge developments across the full spectrum of neurological medicine.

As neurological disorders continue to represent one of the leading causes of disability and mortality worldwide, clinicians must remain current with rapidly evolving therapeutic options, diagnostic technologies, precision medicine approaches, and innovative treatment strategies. This course addresses many of the most pressing challenges in modern neurology, including stroke prevention and treatment, dementia care, epilepsy management, neuroimmunology, neuro-oncology, movement disorders, traumatic brain injury, and emerging applications of artificial intelligence.

Through expert-led lectures, case-based discussions, and interactive educational sessions, participants gain practical clinical knowledge that can be immediately applied to patient care.

Course Details

Course: Harvard Front Line Neurology: Advances and Innovations 2026

Institution: Harvard Medical School

Course Date: February 27–28, 2026

Format: Virtual / Online CME

Access: On-Demand Learning

Educational Level: Intermediate to Advanced

Program Overview

This comprehensive neurology update reviews current best practices, emerging therapies, and future innovations shaping neurological care.

The curriculum covers:

• Stroke medicine
• Dementia and cognitive disorders
• Neurogenetics
• Neuroimmunology
• Epilepsy
• Multiple sclerosis
• Neuro-oncology
• Movement disorders
• Deep brain stimulation (DBS)
• Noninvasive brain stimulation
• Artificial intelligence in neurology
• Functional neurological disorders
• Traumatic brain injury
• Headache medicine
• Transgender neurology
• Climate change and neurological health

Participants will explore both established standards of care and transformative technologies that are redefining neurological practice.

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this activity, participants will be able to:

• Evaluate emerging neurotherapeutics and gene-based treatments.
• Apply artificial intelligence tools to neurological practice.
• Implement updated approaches to stroke diagnosis and management.
• Utilize modern diagnostic strategies in dementia and cognitive disorders.
• Assess advances in neuroimmunology and multiple sclerosis care.
• Integrate contemporary treatments for epilepsy and movement disorders.
• Evaluate the role of deep brain stimulation and neuromodulation therapies.
• Improve care for patients with functional neurological disorders.
• Address healthcare disparities and promote equitable neurological care.
• Incorporate precision medicine and neurogenetics into clinical decision-making.

Artificial Intelligence in Neurology

One of the signature themes of the course is the rapidly expanding role of AI in neurological care.

Topics include:

• Generative AI applications
• Clinical decision support systems
• AI-assisted diagnostics
• Imaging interpretation
• Predictive analytics
• Workflow optimization
• Ethical considerations
• Future applications of machine learning

Faculty discuss practical opportunities and challenges associated with integrating AI into neurological practice.

Stroke & Cerebrovascular Disease

Stroke remains one of the most significant global neurological challenges.

Coverage includes:

• Acute ischemic stroke management
• Hemorrhagic stroke updates
• Mechanical thrombectomy
• Secondary stroke prevention
• Cerebral aneurysms
• Neurovascular imaging
• Risk factor modification
• Emerging therapies

Participants review current evidence-based approaches to improving stroke outcomes.

Dementia & Cognitive Disorders

The program provides extensive updates on cognitive neurology and neurodegenerative diseases.

Topics include:

• Alzheimer’s disease
• Mild cognitive impairment
• Frontotemporal dementia
• Diagnostic biomarkers
• Neurogenetics
• Early detection strategies
• Emerging therapeutics
• Personalized dementia care

Faculty discuss advances in diagnosis and treatment that are transforming dementia management.

Neuroimmunology & Multiple Sclerosis

Significant advances in neuroimmunology continue to reshape neurological practice.

Coverage includes:

• Multiple sclerosis
• Autoimmune neurological disorders
• Immune-mediated neuropathies
• CNS inflammatory diseases
• Novel biologic therapies
• Precision immunotherapy
• Long-term disease monitoring

Participants learn how recent discoveries are influencing treatment strategies and patient outcomes.

Epilepsy & Seizure Disorders

The course reviews important developments in epilepsy care.

Topics include:

• Diagnostic evaluation
• Seizure classification
• Advanced EEG interpretation
• Pharmacologic therapies
• Drug-resistant epilepsy
• Surgical interventions
• Neuromodulation therapies
• Long-term seizure management

Experts provide practical updates relevant to both general neurologists and epilepsy specialists.

Neuromodulation & Deep Brain Stimulation

The field of therapeutic neuromodulation continues to expand rapidly.

Key topics include:

• Deep brain stimulation (DBS)
• Noninvasive brain stimulation
• Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS)
• Emerging neuromodulation technologies
• Movement disorder applications
• Psychiatric indications
• Future innovations

Faculty review both established and emerging treatment approaches.

Neuro-Oncology

The program explores advances in the diagnosis and treatment of neurological cancers.

Topics include:

• Primary brain tumors
• Metastatic CNS disease
• Molecular diagnostics
• Precision oncology
• Neuro-oncologic imaging
• Targeted therapies
• Multidisciplinary management

Participants gain insight into rapidly evolving treatment paradigms.

Traumatic Brain Injury & Neurorecovery

Dedicated sessions review modern approaches to brain injury evaluation and recovery.

Coverage includes:

• Concussion management
• Prognostic assessment
• Biomarkers
• Neurorehabilitation
• Long-term outcomes
• Emerging recovery therapies

Faculty discuss evolving evidence surrounding traumatic brain injury care.

Transgender Neurology & Health Equity

The course also addresses important emerging areas in neurological healthcare.

Topics include:

• Gender-affirming neurological care
• Health equity
• Neurological disparities
• Inclusive clinical practice
• Patient-centered communication
• Access to neurological services

Participants learn strategies to provide more equitable and compassionate care.

Climate Change & Neurological Health

An innovative component of the program examines the neurological implications of environmental change.

Topics include:

• Climate-related neurological risks
• Heat-associated neurological illness
• Environmental neurotoxins
• Public health considerations
• Future healthcare challenges

Faculty discuss how environmental factors may increasingly influence neurological disease burden.

Target Audience

This course is ideal for:

• Neurologists
• Neurosurgeons
• Neuroscientists
• Neurocritical Care Specialists
• Internal Medicine Physicians
• Geriatricians
• Psychiatrists
• Advanced Practice Providers
• Nurse Practitioners
• Physician Assistants
• Neurology Residents and Fellows
• Allied Neurological Health Professionals

     Topics

1. Welcome Remarks Seward Rutkove

2. Neurotoxicology Syndromes in Substance Use Disorders Jonah Zuflacht

3. Clinical Approach for Diagnosis and Treatment of Functional Neurological Disorders Shabbir Merchant

4. Autonomic Disorders Advances and Updates 2026 Christopher Gibbons

5. Neurologic Care of TransgenderPersons and Persons Transitioning David Urion

6. Cenobamate to Lasers Seizure Freedom in 2026 Joshua Aronson; Nirav Barot

7. Tips Hub on Global Health, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, and climate change

8. Equipping the Modern Neurologist Key AI Tools and Technologies Daniel Goldenholz

9. Avant Garde Neurology – Roundtable on transgender care, climate change, DEI, and global health

10. Immune Mediated Peripheral Disorders Pushpa Narayanaswami

11. Multiple Sclerosis and Other Demyelinating Disorders Jacob Sloane; Nara Michaelson

12. Innovations in Neuro-Oncology Ka-wai Ho; Rafael Vega

13. Innovations in Neuromuscular Diagnostics and Therapy Seward Rutkove

14. The Epileptic Heart Cardiac Comorbidities and Complications of Epilepsy Trudy Pang (ONLY PDF, NO VIDEO RELEASE)

15. Neurogenetics of Dementia Patricia Greenstein

16. Innovations and Applications for Noninvasive Brain Stimulation in Neurology Mouhsin Shafi

17. Deep Brain Stimulation for Movement Disorders Lan Luo

18. Headache Updates 2026 Pengfei Zhang

19. Treatment of unruptured aneurysms Christopher Ogilvy

20. Acute Stroke Care Update Latest Research and Innovations. Anusha Nallaparaju

21. Innovations in Dementia Diagnosis and Treatment Daniel Press

22. Roundtable on Hot Topics in Dementia Daniel Press; Chun Lim; Kevin Sikah; Alexandra Stillman

23. Prognosis of Anoxic and Traumatic Brain Injuries Alexandra Stillman

24. Concussion Diagnosis and Management Alexandra Stillman

25. Roundtable on Brain Injury Alexandra Stillman; JasonYoon; Magdy Selim

26. Update on Brain Death JasonYoon