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#  Tennessee and Kentucky Chapter Parkinson's Symposium 

 Fellowship United Methodist Church  
 2511 New Salem Hwy State Route 99  
 Murfreesboro, TN 37128 

 Virtual ( Zoom ) 

 

 March 4, 20239:45 am to 12:30 pm CDT

 

 FREE 

 

 

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    ![Tennessee and Kentucky Chapter Parkinson's Symposium](/sites/default/files/styles/no_sizing/public/images/tnky_chapter_logo_smaller.jpg?itok=HyL07-YO)  ### Tennessee and Kentucky Chapter Parkinson's Symposium - Ask the Expert: Nutrition & Pharmacy

### Doors open, check-in, light breakfast, and exhibitors starts at 9 a.m. CT

A balanced diet is important for people with Parkinson's disease. Learn about foods that may support brain health in addition to understanding how some foods can affect the way Parkinson's medications work. This program will also address the latest information on the gut and brain connection with PD. We will explore how a pharmacist can support medication management in Parkinson's and learn how to navigate challenges with common side effects. Strategies will be offered to get the most from medication to optimize benefits and minimize side effects.

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.

### Speakers

**Justin T. Phillips, MD**  
Movement Disorders Neurology  
Norton Healthcare

**Kayla Johnson, PharmD, BCPS, BCPP**  
Clinical Pharmacist  
Vanderbilt University

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.

 - ###   Agenda   
    
    9 a.m. Guest arrivals, check-in, breakfast, visit exhibitors
    
    9:45 a.m. **Welcome from Parkinson's Foundation**  
    Jessica Bartsch, Parkinson's Foundation
    
    10 a.m. **Nutrition and Parkinson's Disease**  
    Justin T. Phillips, MD, Movement Disorders Neurology, Norton Healthcare
    
    10:45 a.m. **Question & Answer Session with Dr. Phillips**  
    Moderated by Parkinson's Foundation
    
    11:05 a.m. *Movement Demonstration / Break / Vendor Visit*  
    Parkinson's Foundation community grant recipient
    
    11:20 a.m. **Ask the Pharmacist: Their Role in Your Healthcare Team**  
    Kayla Johnson, Pharm.D., BCPS, BCPP, Clinical Pharmacist, Vanderbilt University
    
    12:05 p.m. **Question & Answer Session with Dr. Johnson**  
    Moderated by Parkinson's Foundation
    
    12:25 p.m. **Closing Remarks, Visit Exhibitors**  
    Jessica Bartsch, Parkinson's Foundation
 
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 *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.*

 

 

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 Join us for a live fitness class, offered once a month.

 September 18, 2026Virtual

 

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###  [ Moving Day Buffalo ](/events/2026/md-buffalo) 

 Moving Day is your chance to speak up about Parkinson’s disease and move others to take action.

 September 19, 2026Williamsville, NY

 

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 This program focuses on how exercise supports brain health and can lead to improved emotional and cognitive well-being.

 September 23, 2026Watertown, NY

 

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