Video Session 2305

Deep Brain Stimulation and Focused Ultrasound

Saturday, February 14, 2026
17:00 - 18:30 | Houston Ballroom

In this session, the faculty will explore recent innovations and clinical applications of Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) and Focused Ultrasound (FUS) in the treatment of movement disorders, including Parkinson’s disease, essential tremor, and dystonia. Clinical cases, patient workup, selection criteria, targeting strategies, and outcome optimization will be discussed. Faculty will highlight how these technologies are reshaping clinical decision-making and providing less invasive alternatives, with a strong emphasis on personalized care approaches.

Presenters:

(untitled)
Oscar Bernal-Pacheco, Colombia

Nicolas Labaure, Uruguay

CSPC Liaisons:

Cecilia Peralta, Argentina

Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of this session, participants should be better able to:

1. Describe patient workup, selection criteria, and targeting strategies in Parkinson’s Disease and Essential Tremor in the context of DBS and FUS.
2. Describe strategies for optimizing, troubleshooting, and management of patients with PD, ET and dystonia undergoing treatment with DBS.

Recommended Audience

Clinician / General Neurology
Fellow / Resident / Student
Health Professional (non-physician)
Researcher / Basic Science

Education Level

Beginner / Foundational
Experienced
Expert