Carolinas Chapter Parkinson's Symposium
Join the Parkinson’s Foundation in person or online for the Carolinas Chapter Parkinson’s Symposium. Hear about ongoing research, current treatments, and resources available to help you live your best life with Parkinson’s. In-person attendees will also have an opportunity to meet with exhibitors and pick up information during our Resource Fair.
Expert Panelists
Nicole Cool, BSN, RN
Medical University of South Carolina
Kimberly Gamble
Atrium Health Neurosciences Institute
Risa Hanau, LCSW
AuthoraCare Collective
David Haynes, CLTC, CEP
Haynes LTC Insurance
Vanessa K. Hinson MD, PhD
Medical University of South Carolina
Amy Marriott, PT
Cone Health
Maysen Mesaros MS, CGC
Medical University of South Carolina
Mustafa Saad Siddiqui, MD
Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist
Myriam Sollman, PhD
Prisma Health
Dennis Toman, Esq., CELA
The Elderlaw Firm
People with Parkinson's & Care Partner Panelists
Mike Horak and Family
Doug and Grace Boyce
Edwin and Michelle Costillo
Phil and Julia Gee
For in-person attendees: In-person check-in and resource fair starts at 9 a.m. ET. Lunch will be served.
For virtual attendees via Zoom: The live stream starts at 9:45 a.m. ET
Traveling to the event? Click here for a list of nearby hotels.
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.
Contact Us
Annie Long
Thank You to Our Gold Program Sponsor:
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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