Beyond the Diagnosis: The Latest in Parkinson’s Medications and Surgical Treatments
Saturday, June 25, 2022 | 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. ET (Check-in and Resource Fair Open at 9:15 a.m. ET)
After several years of good symptom management, controlling Parkinson’s disease (PD) may become more challenging. In this program, participants will learn how Parkinson’s symptoms may change over time and new strategies for treating them, including the latest information on medications and surgical treatment options.
Attend in-person or watch the program at home via Zoom: This program will be in-person at the Classic Center (Empire Room) in Athens. You have the option of attending our in-person program or you can watch the webinar from home via Zoom. Please tell us which option you prefer during the registration process. Click the link below to register.
Attend In-Person Watch Online at Home
COVID SAFETY: We’re closely monitoring the coronavirus pandemic and following all local and state regulations for your health and safety. For the safety of the Parkinson’s community, we’re asking our participants to follow city and state guidelines regarding mask usage and social distancing safety protocols. Changes to the event date and location may be made, if necessary. Thank you for doing your part to help protect our community!
Featured Speakers:
Anumantha Kanthasamy, PhD
University of Georgia
Colin McLeod, MD
Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University
Joash Lazarus, MD
Multiple Sclerosis Center of Atlanta
There is no charge to attend, but registration is required. This program is open to people with Parkinson's, their family, friends and the community.
The Parkinson's Foundation is grateful for the unwavering support of our Program Sponsors. We invite you to view our full list of sponsors and learn more about them by visiting our Chapter Supporters Webpage.
| 9:15 a.m. | Doors open; check-in begins; resource fair open |
| 10:00 a.m. |
Welcome Annie Long, Parkinson's Foundation |
| 10:05 a.m. |
UGA Research Updates Anumantha Kanthasamy, PhD, University of Georgia |
| 10:20 a.m. |
Managing Changing Symptoms & Medication Updates Joash Lazarus, MD Multiple Sclerosis Center of Atlanta |
| 11:05 a.m. | Fitness and Stretch Break |
| 11:15 a.m. |
Surgical Options Colin McLeod, MD College of Georgia at Augusta University Parkinson's Foundation Center of Excellence |
| 12:00 p.m. | Closing Remarks |
The Classic Center (Empire Room)
130 Foundry Street
Athens, GA 30601
United States
Fees:
FREE
Contact Name:
Annie Long
Contact Email:
Georgia@parkinson.org
Contact Phone
770-450-0792
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