Parkinson's Research and Care

In-person check-in starts at 11 a.m.
Participants will learn how research helps shape treatments and identify new care strategies for managing Parkinson’s symptoms. This program will also provide information on current research in Parkinson’s.
*This program may include moderately scientific terms and concepts.
Speakers:
Clarisse Goas, MS, APRN-CNP
Nurse Practitioner
The Center for Parkinson's Disease and Other Movement Disorders
The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center
Zachary Jordan, MD
Physician
Clinical Assistant Professor of Neurology
The Center for Parkinson's Disease and Other Movement Disorders
The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center
Pietro Mazzoni, MD
Co-Director
The Center for Parkinson's Disease and Other Movement Disorders
The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center
Ariane Park, MD, MPH
Co-Director
The Center for Parkinson's Disease and Other Movement Disorders
The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center
Michael Schonberger, DO, MBA
Physician
The Center for Parkinson's Disease and Other Movement Disorders
The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center
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.
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