Managing Changing Symptoms
Check-in & Exhibitor Booths Open at 9:30 a.m. CDT
After many years of good symptom management, Parkinson's disease may become more challenging. Learn how Parkinson's symptoms may change over time and new strategies available for managing them. Get your Parkinson's questions answered by a movement disorder specialist and a panel of Parkinson's experts.
Featured Speakers and Panelists:
Brian Copeland, MD
LSU Health - New Orleans
Ruth Fredericks, MD
St. Dominic Neuroscience Center
Bobby Graham, MD
St. Dominic Hospital
Kelly Priest, MCD, CCC-SLP
Methodist Rehab
Dianne Platt, RN
Rhonda Fetcko, PT
Elite Physical Therapy
Don Waller, MS, LPC
Summit Counseling
Lunch will be served.
There is no charge to attend, but registration is required. This program is open to people with Parkinson's, their families, friends, and the community.
Contact us
Annie Long
COVID SAFETY: The health and safety of our participants, sponsors, volunteers and staff are our top priority. We continue to monitor CDC recommendations and will adhere to state and local COVID guidelines in place on the event day. Adjustments will be made if necessary.
Upcoming Events
2025 Utica Boilermaker Race Weekend
Parkinson’s Champions athletes raise funds and awareness for the Parkinson’s Foundation while competing in some of the world’s most popular races. Every step we take brings us closer to a future without Parkinson’s disease, because Parkinson’s isn’t a sprint, it’s a marathon.
Mindfulness Mondays - Mental Wellbeing
In sessions with Dr. Rush, we explore different dimensions of a mindfulness practice. She will share ways to ground and settle the mind and body.
Exploring the Possibility of Disease-Modifying Therapies
Research aimed at exploring therapies that could possibly change the course of Parkinson’s disease (PD) is rapidly evolving.