🗳️ Voting is open! Current Active Members in good standing as of July 31, 2026, are eligible to vote. Check your inbox for your ballot and vote by Aug. 31. https://ow.ly/vrwl50Zu0I2

📣Today is the last day for early bird registration for the 55th CNS Annual Meeting. Secure the lowest rate before prices increase. Join colleagues in Montréal, Québec, Canada (Oct 14–17, 2026). Register now: https://ow.ly/EgQW50Z5JKK

There’s still time to register for the webinar Comorbid Seizures in Rett Syndrome: Variability, Management, and Evaluation in Clinical Trials on August 6 at 6 PM CT. Hear from Dr. Kothare. This webinar is in partnership with Acadia Pharmaceuticals. 👉 Register: https://ow.ly/cHhw50ZkFk4

The CNS recommends a universal interview offer date of Oct. 5, 2026, for Child Neurology residency programs to support holistic review, reduce applicant stress, and promote a fairer, more efficient Match process. Read the statement: https://ow.ly/tCgW50ZlJSn

Connect and learn with your CNS community at the 55th CNS Annual Meeting, Oct. 14–17 in Montréal. Explore collaborative workshops and expert-led seminars featuring peer exchange, research updates, and evolving approaches to care. Register today: https://ow.ly/9wrw50Zp827

In case you missed it, our 2025 Year-End Membership Report is available. Our community grew by more than 8.5% in 2025, with colleagues representing 27 countries. Read the full report (member login required): https://ow.ly/N9w450Zllis

Meet the CNS 2026 Board candidates! 🗳️ Candidate slate: https://ow.ly/SXLI50Zu0BM

Explore the Scientific Program Brochure for the 55th CNS Annual Meeting. The brochure offers a first look at sessions, workshops, presentations, networking, and special events in Montréal, Québec, Canada (Oct 14–17, 2026). Start planning your experience. https://ow.ly/6ppi50Z5JIq

⌛2 weeks! Join us Aug. 6 at 6 PM CT for our Partner webinar: Comorbid Seizures in Rett Syndrome: Variability, Management, and Evaluation in Clinical Trials. Featuring Dr. Kothare on the clinical characteristics and management of seizures in Rett syndrome. https://ow.ly/17Mo50ZkFho

Strengthen your medical writing skills at the Biomedical Writing Workshop during the 55th CNS Annual Meeting in Montréal. Learn strategies for improving manuscripts, responding to reviewers, and more. Ticketed event on Oct. 13, 12–4 PM. Lunch included. https://ow.ly/gk8350Zq0Fo

In case you missed it: Education Research—The future of child neurology residency training. A CNS task force examines whether current residency requirements align with evolving needs in child neurology, supporting ongoing review of training approaches: https://ow.ly/QUzS50ZfskH

Partner webinar today! Handling Common Genetic Counseling Scenarios in Exome & Genome Testing at 6 PM ET. Hear from Aubrey Rose, MS, CGC. This webinar is in partnership with Ambry Genetics. Register now: https://ow.ly/2t4U50Zg3pn

On Oct. 13, join the CNS Genetics Summit: Diagnosis and the Path Toward Precision Medicine at the 55th CNS Annual Meeting. Discover neurogenomics, case-based learning, and precision medicine topics in child neurology. Ticketed event, lunch included. https://ow.ly/Ic7E50Zp7Yo

#NeuroFactFriday: Stigma and misunderstanding often affect people with Tourette Syndrome (TS) more than the tics themselves. TS affects about 1 in 162 children, yet support is limited. Dr. Martindale conducted 35 interviews to study these experiences: https://ow.ly/336A50ZnO0o

CNS Brainstorm Podcast! Kathryn Xixis, MD, hosts Steven Michael Lazar, MD, MEd, FAAP, to discuss approaching neurodevelopmental assessments and diagnosis. Listen to the full episode on Apple Podcasts and Spotify: https://ow.ly/oVS450Zntts

There’s still time to register for the webinar Handling Common Genetic Counseling Scenarios in Exome & Genome Testing on July 22 at 6 PM ET. Hear from Aubrey Rose, MS, CGC. This webinar is in partnership with Ambry Genetics. 👉 Register: https://ow.ly/oqeQ50Zg3nY

Watch NeuroJourney: A Digital Tool for Supporting Children with Severe Neurological Impairment, part of the new Advances in Pediatric Neurology Seminar Series. Learn how this resource supports communication, shared decision-making, and family partnerships: https://ow.ly/TIX650Zntoe

Early bird registration for the 55th CNS Annual Meeting ends July 31. Join colleagues in Montréal, Québec, Canada (Oct 14–17, 2026) and register by the deadline to secure the lowest available rate. 🔗 Register below: https://ow.ly/LxKS50Z5JEY

CNS recommends a universal interview offer date of October 5, 2026, for Child Neurology residency programs. This best practice supports holistic review, reduces uncertainty, and promotes a fairer, more efficient Match process. Read the statement: https://ow.ly/3ABX50ZlJGz

⌛2 weeks! Join us July 22, 6 PM ET for a webinar on Handling Common Genetic Counseling Scenarios in Exome & Genome Testing. Featuring Aubrey Rose, MS, CGC, on counseling considerations in pediatric neurology. Partner webinar with Ambry Genetics. https://ow.ly/Wypx50Zg3l8

Our 2025 Year-End Membership Report is available. In 2025, our community grew by more than 8.5%, with colleagues representing 27 countries. Every member counts because every child counts. Read the full report (member login required): https://ow.ly/kTcm50Zllbx

Join us Aug. 6 at 6 PM CT for a webinar on comorbid seizures in Rett syndrome. Dr. Kothare will review the clinical characteristics and management of seizures in Rett syndrome. Partner webinar with Acadia Pharmaceuticals: https://ow.ly/LNJN50ZkFbh

🧠 #NeuroFactFriday: ADEM study (245 pediatric pts): 77% had complete clinical recovery with no long-term neurologic deficits; relapse rate 12.6%. Overall consensus: generally good outcomes & low relapse rates. Member login is required: https://ow.ly/oCSq50ZjMO0

A research article in the 𝘈𝘊𝘕𝘚, Exploring Healthcare Continuity in Pediatric-Onset Multiple Sclerosis in the United States, examined transition of care and follow-up patterns in pediatric-onset MS across U.S. centers. https://ow.ly/Hggq50ZjMF8

Congrats to the 2026 CNS Award recipients! 🎉 ✨Danielle Barber, MD, PhD: Philip R. Dodge Young Investigator Award ✨Rachel Gottlieb-Smith, MD: Training Director Award ✨Daniela Munoz-Chesta, MD & Areeba Wasim, MD: Bernard D’Souza International Fellowship Awards

📣 Nominations close today! CNS Board nominations close June 30 for President, Councilor for the South, and Councilor for the West. Submit your nomination today: https://ow.ly/gAkG50Ze10n

Your journey in child neurology continues alongside your peers. Stay connected to your community and the work you care about. Renew your membership today: https://ow.ly/GZHL50ZbnAS

📣 Today is the final day to apply for 2027 CNS Committee service and get involved in meaningful work that supports the organization and its mission. Active and Junior CNS members in good standing may apply. https://ow.ly/a8hL50Z6bGS

CNS member Dr. Paul Youssef shares, “Attending annual meetings and collaborating with others has been really helpful for boosting [my] knowledge base and understanding how colleagues approach similar clinical problems. Register today: https://ow.ly/EaCq50Z5Jup

Across your career, you grow in experience, take on new responsibilities, and share moments of care and practice with colleagues along the way. Renew your membership: https://ow.ly/ztyx50ZbnAn