Welcome to IDS 23: Neurological Disorders

An online course brought to you by IEDNC Inc.

Neurological Disorders, offered by IEDNC Inc., is an online-based course designed to explore the fundamentals of disorders and ailments affecting the nervous system within the human body. Through a series of modules and interlinking units, learn about the pathology, prognosis, symptoms and therapeutic strategies of various neurological disorders such as: epilepsy, stroke, several progressive neurological disorders, and neurotrauma amongst other topics. This course will enhance students’ clinical skills and knowledge in the vast realm of neurological disorders using a comprehensive approach for learning.

Course curriculum

  • 1

    Neurological Disorders Overview

    • Course Overview
  • 2

    Module 1: The Nervous System

    • Unit 1.1: Normal Anatomy and Physiology of the Nervous System
  • 3

    Module 2: Epilepsy and Seizure

    • Unit 2.1: What is Epilepsy and Seizure?

    • Unit 2.2: Nutrition Therapy For Epilepsy and Seizure
  • 4

    Module 3: Stroke and Aneurysm

    • Unit 3.1: Introduction to Stroke and Aneurysm

    • Unit 3.2: Nutritional Therapy for Stroke and Aneurysm

  • 5

    Module 4: Progressive Neurological Disorders

    • Unit 4.1: Parkinson's Disease

    • Unit 4.2: Sclerosis

    • Unit 4.3: Dementia and Alzheimer Disease
  • 6

    Module 5: Neurotrauma and Spinal Cord Injury

    • Unit 5.1: Traumatic Brain Injury and Spinal Cord Injury
  • 7

    Final Assessment

    • Final Assessment

Instructor(s)

Registered Dietitian, Nutrition Manager

Sakshi Kapoor

Sakshi Kapoor has over 8 years of international and Canadian experience as a dietitian. She is well versed in chronic disease nutritional management and has worked in different clinical settings. She is passionate about educating clients/ patients regarding their therapeutic nutrition requirements and helping them in maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Sakshi believes that dietitian is not just a profession but a responsibility for using her knowledge and skill to promote healthy eating. She is also a member of Canadian Society of Nutrition Management and Dietitians of Canada.