Scottish Neurosciences Council :: Scottish Neurosciences Council

Scottish Neurosciences Council

The term 'neuroscience' is used to refer to a collective group of specialist disciplines of which neurology (medical) and neurosurgery (surgical) are the two main specialities. People who have disorders of the nervous system are usually treated by neurologists and neurosurgeons along with a range of other specialists.

As there are a wide range of individual conditions, people often need different type of care at different levels. Services must therefore be appropriate and links between the different levels of service must work well.

The Scottish Neurosciences Council (SNC) aims to promote Clinical Neuroscience within Scotland by fostering relationships between clinical specialties, providing advice on training, liaising with patient groups and representatives and facilitating the development of effective and efficient services. Membership of the council includes representatives of a wide range of groups, organisations and communities of practice in neurosciences with the Alliance having two representative places.

The SNC, in partnership with the Neurological Alliance is holding an event on 8th September in Edinburgh, 'Putting Our Heads Together'.

The conference is being held at the Assembly Rooms and will focus upon strategies to improve the quality of care for Scottish patients. The keynote address will be given by Nicola Sturgeon, Cabinet Secretary for Health and Wellbeing.

The day aims to illustrate the strengths and weaknesses of the current service. It will be of interest to those involved in the planning and delivery of healthcare for neurosciences, patients, voluntary organisations and people affected by neurological conditions. Many Alliance members will be present, both as delegates and as exhibitors.