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Panel Discussion: Tourette Syndrome & Cannabis-Based Medicine – Insights from Experts & Patients

We invite you to join us for an in-depth discussion on the potential of cannabis-based medicine in managing Tourette syndrome. This informative session will feature leading medical experts who specialize in Tourette syndrome and cannabinoid research, providing evidence-based insights into how this treatment is being explored and applied.

In addition to expert perspectives, we will hear from a patient diagnosed with Tourette syndrome who has been prescribed cannabis-based medicine. They will share their personal journey, offering a firsthand account of the challenges, benefits, and real-world impact of this treatment approach.

The session will conclude with a live Q&A, where attendees can ask questions and engage directly with our panel. Whether you're a patient, caregiver, healthcare provider, or simply interested in learning more, this is a unique opportunity to deepen your understanding of this evolving field.

📅 Date: Friday, April 25th, 2025
🕒 Time: 16:00 CEST / 10 AM EDT  / 08 AM MDT 
📍 Location: online event via Zoom

This panel discussion will be hosted by Dr. Natalia Szejko, Neurologist and Researcher. Her guests at this online event are:

• Prof. Kirsten R. Müller-Vahl – Leading Expert in Tourette Syndrome & Cannabinoid Medicine,
• Dr. Elia Abi-Jaoude – Expert in Developmental Neuropsychiatry & Tourette Syndrome  and 
• Peter Fausten – an indivudual diagnosed with Tourette Syndrome and treated with cannabis-based medicine

Join this exclusive event - let’s explore the evidence together!

Dr. Elia Abi-Jaoude is Medical Director of the Ambulatory Psychiatry program at the Hospital for Sick Children in Toronto, where he also leads the Provincial Pediatric Tics and Tourette Clinic. He also works at the Tourette Syndrome Neurodevelopmental Clinic at the Toronto Western Hospital. His area of clinical specialization and academic focus is in developmental neuropsychiatry. He also has a particular interest in critical evaluation of fundamental concepts in psychiatry, and influences in knowledge development and dissemination.  Dr. Elia Abi-JaoudeDr. Elia Abi-Jaoude is Medical Director of the Ambulatory Psychiatry program at the Hospital for Sick Children in Toronto, where he also leads the Provincial Pediatric Tics and Tourette Clinic. He also works at the Tourette Syndrome Neurodevelopmental Clinic at the Toronto Western Hospital. His area of clinical specialization and academic focus is in developmental neuropsychiatry. He also has a particular interest in critical evaluation of fundamental concepts in psychiatry, and influences in knowledge development and dissemination.Dr. Elia Abi-Jaoude is Medical Director of the Ambulatory Psychiatry program at the Hospital for Sick Children in Toronto, where he also leads the Provincial Pediatric Tics and Tourette Clinic. He also works at the Tourette Syndrome Neurodevelopmental Clinic at the Toronto Western Hospital. His area of clinical specialization and academic focus is in developmental neuropsychiatry. He also has a particular interest in critical evaluation of fundamental concepts in psychiatry, and influences in knowledge development and dissemination.

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