We are delighted to announce the third edition of this Summer School, co-organised by the European Reference Network for Rare Neuromuscular Diseases (ERN EURO-NMD) and the French network of expertise on NMDs (FILNEMUS).
This event is planned to be accredited by the European Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (EACCME®).
Topics
The programme addresses key aspects of care extending beyond the neuromuscular sphere, including:
- Extramuscular involvement: cardiac, endocrinological, gastrointestinal, skin and respiratory systems
- Dysautonomia, central nervous system disorders and epilepsies
- Rehabilitation
- Palliative care
- Psychological impact of NMDs
- Management of relationships and sexuality
- Management of pregnancy
Target audience
This programme is designed for individuals actively involved in the field of NMDs, including:
- MDs or medical students
- Physical therapists
- Other healthcare professionals involved in NMD care
- Researchers
- Patients and patient representatives
⚠️ This course is NOT intended to provide basic teaching on neuromuscular diseases or their treatments.
Scientific committee
- Teresinha Evangelista, AP-HP – Hôpital Pitié-Salpêtrière, Paris, France
- Shahram Attarian, AP-HM- Hôpital de la Timone, Marseille,
- Marianne Nordstrøm, University of Oslo, Norway
- Marianne de Visser, Amsterdam University Medical Center, The Netherlands
- Davide Pareyson, Fondazione IRCCS Istituto Neurologico C.Besta, Milan, Italy
- Isabelle Desguerre, AP-HP – Hôpital Necker, Paris, France
- Jean-Philippe Plançon, AFNP – La Baule-Escoublac, France
- Hélène Prigent, AP-HP – Hôpital Raymond-Poincaré, Garches, France
- Karim Wahbi, AP-HP- Hôpital Cochin, Paris, France
Educational formats
The Summer School on Multidisciplinary Management of NMDs combines various educational formats including:
- Scientific lectures addressing key aspects of NMD patient management by highly qualified clinicians representing the various disciplines covered in the programme,
- Q&A and Discussion: the programme includes numerous opportunities for interaction, allowing attendees to engage with the speakers and share their experience.
- A serious game: Participants will engage in role-playing scenarios focused on delivering diagnoses, receiving constructive feedback from both patients and clinicians.
- Group work and Hands-on session: Through collaboration on clinical case presentations, participants will apply and integrate the knowledge gained throughout the course.
- An interactive expert panel discussion on multidisciplinary care access in Europe
Interaction and practical learning are central to the programme, and presentations will incorporate clinical cases to illustrate real-life situations and support the application of concepts discussed.
Practical information & programme
📆 21 – 24 October 2026
📍Location: Marseille, France
Click here to see the preliminary programme
- For all participants, coffee breaks, lunches, and the conference dinner are provided and offered by the organisers.
- Accommodation for three nights (Wednesday, October 21 – Saturday, October 24) will be arranged and covered for selected participants. Applicants from the industry will be responsible for their own accommodation.
- All participants must arrange their own travel.
Registration fees & pre-registration form
- Standard rate:
- Early-bird rate (until June 12): 250 EUR
- Regular rate (after June 12): 300 EUR
- Industry representative: 1000 EUR
To submit your application, please complete the form at the following link: Click here
Deadline: 30 June 2026
Please be aware of the following registration process:
- Pre-registration closes on 30 June 2026, with limited spots available.
- The organising committee will review applications and select candidates in July.
- Accepted candidates will be contacted and invited to pay the registration fee.
- Registration is only confirmed upon payment of the fee.
Objectives
The programme arose from the need for a comprehensive approach addressing all stages of the clinical pathway for NMD patients, extending beyond the neuromuscular sphere. Its inclusive scope emphasizes the importance of multidisciplinary care for diverse neuromuscular conditions.
Participants will benefit from expert insights shared by a highly qualified Faculty, including clinicians representing various disciplines, psychologists, a speech and language expert, a dietitian, and patient representatives.
Particular attention will be given to the importance of using appropriate communication in sensitive situations, such as delivering a diagnosis, discussing palliative care, and to applying these skills in daily practice. A dedicated presentation and a hands-on session featuring patient representatives will provide direct insights into the patient journey.
Attendees will gain a comprehensive understanding of the multidisciplinary approach to NMD care, which will help them develop new perspectives and practical skills to enhance care in their respective teams and institutions.