Project ECHO: Pediatric Tourette Syndrome and Tic Disorders Series

ECHO Tourette Syndrome and Tic Disorders offers clinicians a unique opportunity to advance their expertise through case-based discussions, didactics, and networking. This comprehensive program focuses on best practices for identifying, managing, and treating pediatric patients with Tourette syndrome, tic disorders, and co-occurring conditions.

Our multidisciplinary approach is designed to bolster clinicians’ confidence in delivering personalized care pathways. Participants will receive specialized training in differential diagnoses, such as functional movement disorders, and gain insights into how medical factors impact symptom presentation.

In addition, participants will benefit from access to a wealth of resources provided by the Tourette Association of America and other esteemed local and national organizations. These resources are invaluable in supporting both clinicians and families, empowering them to deliver optimal patient care and explore new treatment possibilities.

Join us in this innovative series where our multidisciplinary learning environment will empower you to enhance patient care.

Participant Benefits

• Mentoring and collaboration with interdisciplinary specialists
• Case-based learning
• Many of our ECHO series offer CME/CE credits at no cost to you. For series specific CME/CE information, contact NCHProjectECHO@NationwideChildrens.org.

Participant Expectations

To make the most of your ECHO experience, we encourage participants to:

• Regularly attend sessions
• Keep your camera on for the duration of the session 
• Submit a case to present to the group
• Actively participate in discussions by sharing knowledge, experiences, resources, and recommendations
• Complete online pre- and post- surveys

Who Can Participate

Any healthcare professional who wants to engage around a topic, share their experience and learn from their peers can attend ECHO sessions.

This series specifically targets:

• Pediatric Primary Care Providers (MD, DO, PA, NP)
• Medical Specialists (Gastroenterology, Neurology, Psychiatry, etc.)
• Psychologists
• Integrated Behavioral Health Clinicians
• Social Workers
• Other professionals who work with patients in this population

Sample Topics

• Tourette Syndrome and Tic Disorders: Diagnosis and Comorbidities
• Benign and Pathological Involuntary Movement
• PANDAS, PANS
• Medical Considerations and Pharmacological Recommendations
• Evidence-Based Behavioral Intervention for Tourette Syndrome and Tic Disorders
• Neuropsychological Assessment
• School Considerations
• Community Resources

Future Series

If you would like to be contacted when the next series is scheduled, please join our contact list.

The ECHO Tourette Syndrome and Tic Disorders series is made possible in partnership with The Tourette Association of America.