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Synapse Sessions® 2026
Where Functional Neurology Meets Innovation
October 30, 2026
Coming Soon!
Register NowFocused & Fast
High-impact, concentrated, and timely topics for clinical applications of functional neurology
Emerging Ideas
Gain insider access to emerging research and theories before they reach long-format
Interdisciplinary
Learn from neurology from different perspectives, broadening your understanding and care
On-Demand
Gain knowledge in a conference-style format, enjoyed on your schedule and timeline
Welcome to
Synapse Sessions® 2026
Synapse Sessions brings together leading educators, clinicians, and researchers for a powerful virtual learning experience designed to advance clinical thinking, inspire professional growth, and connect the global neuroscience community. This annual Carrick Institute event features focused presentations from respected voices in clinical neuroscience, functional neurology, rehabilitation, healthcare, and human performance.
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What to Expect
- 15 Expert-led presentations
- Clinical neuroscience and functional neurology topics
- Practical applications for patient care
- On-demand access through the Carrick Institute learning platform
- Continuing education opportunities
- A global community of clinicians and learners
Why Attend Synapse Sessions?
Because learning should continue to evolve.
Synapse Sessions gives you access to timely, clinically relevant education from respected leaders in the field — all in a flexible virtual format that fits your schedule.
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Presenters &
Topics
Ayla Wolf
DAOM, LAc
Beyond Hunger: Ghrelin, the Gut–Brain Axis, and a New Frontier in Concussion Research
Darcy Dane
BS, Mdiv
The Majesty of the Hippocampus & Lithium: Anatomy, Physiology, and Emerging Trace-Element Support for Hippocampal Health
Nicole Quodling
MChiro, MSNeuroSci
Fibromyalgia, Movement Dysfunction & the Case for Functional Neurorehabilitation
Norman Hoffman
DC, CCSP
Nociception Is Not Pain: A Clinical Introduction to Chronic Pain Neuroscience
Paul Brewer
OD
The Neurology of the Prescription: How Lenses Influence Visual Processing, Binocular Function, and Spatial Behavior
Matt Tolstoy
DACM, LAc
The Other Autonomic Lesion: Threat-Appraisal State as a Missing Differential in the Post-Concussion Patient
Ready to start learning?
Whether you’re just beginning or advancing a specialty, Carrick Institute gives you the structure, flexibility, and evidence-based training to grow with confidence.