Canadian Society of Clinical Neurophysiologists (CSCN)

About CSCN

The CSCN began as the Canadian EEG Society and was later named the Canadian Society of Clinical Neurophysiologists and incorporated in 1990. Today, the CSCN has approximately 250 members and represents clinical neurophysiologists in Canada.

A council of six directors manages the property and business of the CSCN. The President and Vice-President sit on the Board of Directors of the Canadian Neurological Sciences Federation (CNSF).

The council appoints a member representative to sit on the Publications Committee of the Canadian Journal of Neurological Sciences for a term of four years, and a member to sit on the Professional Development Committee for a term of three years. The council also elects two member representatives to sit on the Scientific Program Committee of the CNSF.

CANADIAN JOURNAL OF NEUROLOGICAL SCIENCES (The Journal)

The Canadian Journal of Neurological Sciences is the official publication of the four member societies of the CNSF, publishing original work in both the clinical and basic neuro-sciences. The Journal encourages publication of papers from all branches of the neurosciences. The circulation is currently 1,600 and it is distributed in Canada, USA and abroad.

Canadian Society of Clinical Neurophysiologists (CSCN)

CSCN Mission Statement

To promote and encourage all aspects of neurophysiology, including research and education in neurophysiology, as well as assessment and accreditation in the field of clinical neurophysiology;

To provide for annual scientific sessions to promote the knowledge and practice of clinical neurophysiology.

Minimum Standards for Electroencephalography in Canada

Minimum Standards for Electromyography in Canada

EEG/EMG Examinations

The CSCN provides physicians with the opportunity to take exams in EEG and/or EMG.

The CSCN conducts an examination in EEG and EMG. Successful applicants receive a certificate from the CSCN and are invited to join the Society.

The purpose of offering the exams is to maintain a high standard of competence in EEG and EMG across Canada.

The exam application deadline is February 1st. For more information and application forms, please contact
Marika Fitzgerald at (403) 229-9544
or E-mail: marika-fitzgerald@cnsfederation.org.

EMG Examination Application

EEG Examination Application

Please note: Candidates for the 2009 CSCN EEG Examination are STRONGLY encouraged to register and attend the following Course:

   Friday June 12, 2009
   EEG Course - Fundamentals of EEG Technology
World Trade and Convention Centre
HALIFAX, NOVA SCOTIA
   13:30 - 17:00
   Chair: Seyed M. Mirsattari

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CSCN Committees

Executive Committee

The Executive Committee is composed of the President, the Vice-President and the Secretary-Treasurer.

Membership Committee

The Membership Committee, comprised of Executive Committee members, approves membership applications throughout the year.

Nominating Committee

The Nominating Committee is comprised of Executive Committee members who submit nominations for any officers and/or Councillors to be elected at the Annual Congress.

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CSCN Membership

Conditions of Membership

Membership in the Society shall be limited to persons interested in furthering the objectives of the Society.

Application forms are available in PDF format on the link below. New applications are reviewed and approved by the Membership Committee.

Application Form

Those who successfully pass the EEG or EMG exam will be invited to join the CSCN. Other applicants require the names and signatures of two Active CSCN Society members in support of their application.

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CSCN Memberships Categories

Active Member

A) Clinical

Annual fee = $350, includes a subscription to the Canadian Journal of Neurological Sciences.

Active Members (Clinical) are physicians who shall have:

Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada certification in Neurology, Pediatric Neurology, Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (PM&R), Neurosurgery or Orthopedics, or a related specialty, or an equivalent diploma, or a PhD degree in a basic sciences area related to the field of testing performed; and
Successfully passed their respective CSCN exam in EEG and/or EMG.

B) Research

Annual fee = $350, includes a subscription to the Canadian Journal of Neurological Sciences.

Applicants will have distinguished themselves by scientific contributions to the basic scientific aspects of EEG, EMG or clinical neurophysiology and will normally hold an MD or PhD degree or their equivalent. A CSCN exam in EEG/EMG is not required.

Associate Member

Annual fee = $170, includes a subscription to the Canadian Journal of Neurological Sciences.

Applicants must have an MD or PhD degree or their equivalent, and are electroencephalographers, electromyographers or clinical neurophysiologists who are engaged in the practice of clinical EEG, EMG or clinical neurophysiology or in electroencephalographic, electromyographic or clinical neurophysiological research but who do not meet the criteria for active membership.

Retired Members

Annual fee = $140, includes a subscription to the Canadian Journal of Neurological Sciences.

Retired Members are Active Members of the Society who are no longer earning income from clinical practice. Active Members must contact the CNSF office in writing to receive a change to Retired Membership status.

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Volunteers Needed

The CSCN is always looking for physician members to lend their time and expertise to govern the society. If you would like to stand for council or for appointment to a committee, contact your secretary treasurer.

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