## Breadcrumb - [Home](/) - [Resources & Support](/resources-support) - [Events](/resources-support/events) ## Breadcrumb - [Home](/) - [Resources & Support](/resources-support) - [Events](/resources-support/events) Educational Events # Parkinson’s Disease Patient and Family Symposium 2022 Virtual ( Zoom ) October 8, 202210:00 am to 12:30 pm CDT Free [REGISTER FOR VIRTUAL](https://secure3.convio.net/prkorg/site/Calendar?id=109289&view=RSVP) ![Speaker at a podium during a Parkinson's Foundation event](/sites/default/files/styles/no_sizing/public/images/symposium-banner.jpg?itok=0IMbuSZl) Parkinson's Foundation and Northwestern Medicine Parkinson's Disease and Movement Disorders Center present: **Parkinson's Disease Patient and Family Symposium.** This program will feature experts talking about the advances in Parkinson’s research, the therapies and nutritional requirements of PD, along with the psychological aspects of PD, providing interventions for one’s mental health and overall well-being. There will be a Q&A at the end of the presentation. ### Speakers **Danny Bega, MD** **Laurie Mischley, ND** **Tanya Simuni, MD** **Erin Cecchi, LCSW** This program is open to people with Parkinson's, their family, friends and the community. There is no charge to attend, but registration is required. - ### Agenda 10 a.m. - **Welcome / Opening Remarks** Danny Bega, MD & Parkinson's Foundation 10:10 a.m. - **Key Note: Natural Therapies and Nutritional Requirements for PD** Lauri Mischley, MD 10:40 a.m. - **Therapeutic Pipeline and Research Update** Tanya Simuni, MD 11:10 a.m. - Break 11:20 a.m. - **Psychological Aspects of Parkinson's Disease** Danny Bega, MD & Erin Cecchi, LCSW 12 p.m. - **MD and Clinician Q&A Panel** 12:30 p.m. - **Adjourn** This is a virtual program, taking place live, using the online Zoom platform. Instructions on joining the webinar are provided after registering. ## Contact Us Jessica Bartsch [ ![Envelope icon](/themes/custom/parkinson/assets/images/envelope.svg) jbartsch@parkinson.org ](mailto:jbartsch@parkinson.org) [ ![Phone icon](/themes/custom/parkinson/assets/images//phone.svg) (312) 762-5706 ]() ![Northwestern Medicine logo](/sites/default/files/styles/400px_wide/public/images/northwestern-medicine-logo.png?itok=ICsXqWym) *A Parkinson's Foundation Center of Excellence* *Northwestern Medicine Parkinson's Disease and Movement Disorders Center provides innovative, multidisciplinary care for patients and families affected by Parkinson's disease and other movement disorders. The Center's care team works to promote health, education and support for patients. It also supports caregivers, family members, healthcare providers and the community. We continually strive to meet the needs of the Parkinson's community in a variety of ways. In doing this, we have adapted our annual symposium to a virtual setting for the safety and accessibility of the larger Parkinson's community.* ### Sponsors ![abbvie logo](/sites/default/files/styles/400px_wide/public/images/abbvie_logo.jpg?itok=aQEnN_Lj) ![Kyowa Kirin logo](/sites/default/files/styles/400px_wide/public/images/Kyowa-Kirin-Logo.jpg?itok=3jChVANf) ![Supernus Pharmaceuticals logo](/sites/default/files/styles/400px_wide/public/images/supernuspharmaceuticals_logo.jpg?itok=luj-zCPH) ![Sunovion](/sites/default/files/styles/400px_wide/public/images/sunovion.png?itok=hK5atXir) ## Upcoming Events Educational Events ### [ Florida Chapter Parkinson's Symposium ](/events/2026/florida-symposium-broward) This program will provide you with information to help you find the balance between a proactive approach and wondering what lies ahead. August 28, 2026Fort Lauderdale, FL [REGISTER FOR IN-PERSON](https://secure.parkinson.org/site/Calendar?id=118809&view=RSVP) Educational Events ### [ Thinking & Memory Changes ](/events/2026/Livonia) Many people with Parkinson's disease experience thinking changes such as trouble focusing, multitasking, or finding the right words. Learn more about these changes as well as tips to help with daily tasks, treatment options and resources for emotional and social support. August 28, 2026Livonia, MI [REGISTER FOR IN-PERSON](https://secure.parkinson.org/site/Calendar?id=119129&view=RSVP) Educational Events ### [ Georgia Chapter Parkinson's Symposium ](/events/2026/GASymposium) Join the Parkinson’s Foundation for the Georgia Chapter Parkinson’s Symposium. Hear about current and upcoming treatments, ongoing research and the resources available in your community and beyond to help you live your best life with Parkinson’s. August 29, 2026Cumming, GA [REGISTER FOR IN-PERSON](https://secure.parkinson.org/site/Calendar?id=118229&view=RSVP) [View All](/resources-support/events) ### Subscribe for the latest news - Share on Facebook - Share on X - Share on LinkedIn