Neurology in a Nutshell: The Brain Explained

Lottery entry opens January 9 and closes January 16. Regular registration opens January 15.
Dates: April 10 - May 15, 2025
Meets: Th from 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM
 Location: Osher Online
Cost:  $75.00

There are still openings remaining at this time.

Date Day Time
04/10/2025Thursday1 PM to 2:30 PM
04/17/2025Thursday1 PM to 2:30 PM
04/24/2025Thursday1 PM to 2:30 PM
05/01/2025Thursday1 PM to 2:30 PM
05/08/2025Thursday1 PM to 2:30 PM
05/15/2025Thursday1 PM to 2:30 PM

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Please note: This course program requires membership in a 2024-2025 OLLI at MSU Membership

Description

This program will not be recorded.

This course begins by unraveling the mysteries of the brain. We will explore navigating the complex and fragmented healthcare system and discuss strategies for advocating for personalized care. In addition to simplifying common neurological conditions-such as headaches, dizziness, stroke, Parkinson's disease and memory loss-we will examine testing and imaging of the nervous system. The course will also focus on illness prevention through healthy lifestyles and provide an intimate discussion of end-of-life issues.

About the Osher Online Program

Osher Online programs are provided to OLLI at MSU from the Osher National Resource Center at Northwestern University. Experience shared online presentations with OLLI members from coast to coast! As part of the Osher Online program, OLLI at MSU members will enjoy national speakers and interact with fellow OLLI members nationwide.

Scholarship

Apply for a needs-based scholarship to take this offering.

Meet the Instructor

Fee:  $75.00

Osher Online

This is a real-time (live) online class that meets at the specified day(s)/time(s) listed.

Paul Schanfield

Paul Schanfield, a retired neurologist from Minnesota, practiced privately for 40 years before retiring in 2015. He continues to teach medical students and residents as a clinical professor of neurology at the University of Minnesota. In 2017, he was recognized as the first-ever Community Educator of the Month by the University of Neurology. A perennial Minneapolis/St. Paul "Top Doctor" since 1992, Dr. Schanfield has received numerous teaching awards, including the 2018 Community Teacher of the Year from United Family Medicine Residents.
Date Day Time Location
04/10/2025Thursday1 PM to 2:30 PM Osher Online
04/17/2025Thursday1 PM to 2:30 PM Osher Online
04/24/2025Thursday1 PM to 2:30 PM Osher Online
05/01/2025Thursday1 PM to 2:30 PM Osher Online
05/08/2025Thursday1 PM to 2:30 PM Osher Online
05/15/2025Thursday1 PM to 2:30 PM Osher Online