Educational Programs
The IETF facilitates educational programs in order to educate patients, caregivers, healthcare providers and the general public about essential tremor. Programs may cover the following topics: the diagnosis process, current treatment options, research, support groups, assistive technology, and more. Review the listings below for more information. You can also check our events to learn about other events and support group meetings.
ET Education Forums
The IETF hosts education forums in large cities throughout the U.S. to share diagnostic techniques, treatment options, current research and more. Watch this site for new listings. All events are FREE! Join us to learn and connect with others impacted by essential tremor.
ET Education Forum in Kansas City
Date: Saturday, April 1, 2023
Time: 9 a.m. to Noon
Place: The Pavilion at John Knox Village
520 NW Murray Road
Lee’s Summit, MO 64081
Thank you to our corporate partners who helped make these virtual education events and podcasts possible!
Virtual Education Events
The IETF has created some virtual education events on various topics around essential tremor. Click on the video links below to launch the presentation of your choice. If you would like to suggest a topic, please email your suggestion to info@essentialtremor.org.
Diagnosis & Treatment Options for Essential Tremor, Part I
Diagnosis & Treatment Options for Essential Tremor, Part II
Coping with the Physical and Emotional Effects of Essential Tremor
The Development of CAD 1883 through Proof-of-Concept in Essential Tremor
Essential Tremor: Pediatric Onset
Teleconferences
The International Essential Tremor Foundation is proud to present these teleconferences to help you better understand essential tremor. These teleconferences focus on a different aspect of essential tremor and are led by top experts in ET care and research.
IETF Partner Educational Opportunities
Abbott
Learn about DBS Therapy, a Treatment Option for Essential Tremor
Take part in this virtual community health talk to learn more about essential tremor and hear about Deep Brain Stimulation therapy, including its benefits and risks, as an option for managing your symptoms.
Date: Thursday, February 16
Time: Noon to 1 p.m. (EST)
Place: Online
Speaker: Dr. Jonathan Jagid, University of Miami
Click here to register or RSVP to Sarah Olson, sarah.olson@abbott.com, 786-495-7354
Insightec
From Dependent to Independent
Attend this discussion about an incisionless, outpatient treatment for essential tremor and learn how it will enhance your quality of life.
Date: Wednesday, February 15
Time: 3 p.m. (MST)
Place: Online
Speaker: Dr. Shervin Rahimpour, assistant professor, neurosurgery, University of Utah Health.
Click here to register.