Opportunities in Hydrocephalus Research: Pathways to Better Outcomes

Opportunities in Hydrocephalus Research: Pathways to Better Outcomes is a research conference to be held in Seattle, Washington, July 9-11, 2012. The conference uniquely builds upon the impressive success of the NIH-sponsored workshops “Hydrocephalus Myths, New Facts and Clear Directions” held in 2005 and “Improving Outcomes in Hydrocephalus: Bridging the Gap between Basic Science and Clinical Management” in 2009. The 2012 conference is unique in several important ways. First, our primary goal is to make the conference focused on the patient. We will look at hydrocephalus research from the patient perspective and collectively seek out areas of research that hold early promise for improving patient care. Secondly, unlike most meetings, we are not going to have individual investigators comment solely on their own work. Instead recognized experts will summarize the current state of their field of expertise and provide educated guidance on those areas of research that hold the most promise for early “winnable” achievements in improving patient care. Along these lines we recognize that many important advancements will take longer and our experts will identify the long-term goals that may lead to advanced treatment options or potential cures for hydrocephalus.  For a more details, see our preliminary agenda.

To reserve a room at conference group hotel rate ($195 per night), go to the Westin Seattle Hydrocephalus Research Conference page.