11th October 2023

Co-creation of digital health and neurotechnology for novel therapies in functional neurological disorders (FND)

Location: Preston
Venue: University of Central Lancashire
Time: 9am
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The “Co-creation of Digital Health Technologies for the Management of Functional Neurological Disorders (FND)” NCODE hot topic workshop was held on 11th October 2023, at the University of Central Lancashire.

The event was co-organized by Dr. Anirban Dutta from SMQB and Dr. Abhijit Das from Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and brought together individuals with FND, healthcare professionals, researchers, and technologists to co-create digital tools aimed at improving diagnosis, self-management, and long-term care for those affected by FND. 

Key speakers at the event included prominent figures in the FND research community, such as:

  • Professor Jon Stone and Professor Alan Carson (University of Edinburgh)
  • Professor Richard Brown (University of Manchester)
  • Dr. Mahinda Yogarajah (UCL Queen Square Institute of Neurology)
  • Dr. Timothy Nicholson (King’s College London)

These experts explored the potential of digital technologies to address the unique challenges of FND, such as symptom monitoring and personalized care. 

The workshop provided a collaborative platform for addressing FND’s complexities, emphasizing the role of digital health tools in bridging the treatment gap and improving quality of life for patients. 

Free

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