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
Mindfulness Mondays - Soothing the Nervous System
In this session, we’ll explore how mindfulness and compassion practices can calm the nervous system, reduce stress, and restore a sense of ease.
Making the Most of Your Parkinson’s Care
This program will highlight simple, effective strategies to help you prepare for appointments, ask the right questions, track symptoms and medications, and build the care team that works best for you.
Florida Chapter: Hospital Care Initiative Training
Learn about the Hospital Care Initiative and how your role in a hospital or clinic setting can help raise awareness, educate others, and improve access to essential resources for people living with Parkinson’s disease and their care partners.