South Florida Parkinson's Symposium
Join us to discuss Parkinson's symptoms, treatments, and progression while we explore important factors in helping live your best life, including diet, exercise, and staying connected. This program will also feature a live Q & A with Parkinson's experts.
Expert Speakers
Ihtsham ul Haq, MD, FAAN
Professor of Neurology and Chief of Movement Disorders Divisions
University of Miami, Miller School of Medicine.
Kimberly Amigo, DNP, APRN, AGACNP-BC
Memorial Neuroscience Institute
Annelly Bure-Reyes, PhD
Assistant Professor, Division of Neuropsychology and Cognitive Neuroscience
Department of Neurology, University of Miami Miller School of Medicine.
Marina Sarno, PsyD
Assistant Professor, Division of Neuropsychology and Cognitive Neuroscience
Lead Neuropsychologist, Movement Disorders Division, Department of Neurology
University of Miami Miller School of Medicine.
Melissa Grassia Chisholm, MS, CCC-SLP
CEO | Voice Rehab LLC
Valeria Garcia-Mallon, MS OTR/L
Memorial Hospital West Outpatient Rehabilitation
Rania Massad PT, DPT
Assistant Professor & Neurologic Residency Coordinator
Nova Southeastern University- Physical Therapy Program.
Sydney Hughes, CAP
Founder & CEO, Senior Proof
Moderator
Adolfo Diaz
Associate Vice President, Information & Resources
Parkinson's Foundation
Fitness Demonstration: "The Dancing Nurse", Shan'tel Davidson, Karisma Dance Fitness LLC
Event Volunteers Needed! Service hours and lunch are provided. To sign up and learn more, visit: Volunteer sign-up here
For in-person attendees: Check-in and Resource Fair start at 10 a.m. Lunch will be served.
For virtual attendees via Zoom: The live stream starts at 11 a.m.
There is no charge to attend, but registration is required since lunch will be served. This program is open to people with Parkinson's, their families, friends, and the community.
Contact Us
Jennifer De Gruccio
Sponsored by:
Upcoming Events
The PD Solo Network
A virtual network for people living with Parkinson's disease who live alone, by choice or circumstance.
Expert Briefing: Addressing the Challenge of Apathy in Parkinson's
Apathy can be frustrating for people with Parkinson’s, care partners and loved ones, but understanding it as a symptom and finding ways to cope with it are key to ensuring a good quality of life.
Fitness Counts
Studies have demonstrated that exercise has brain and body benefits for people with Parkinson’s disease. Exercise can help to improve Parkinson’s symptoms and help individuals do the activities they enjoy. Learn that there are benefits to movement at all stages of Parkinson’s and that it is never too late to start.