Managing Changing Symptoms: Advances in Technology
Check-in & Exhibitor Booths Open at 9:00 a.m.
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. Together we will hear from Parkinson's experts as they discuss cutting-edge technology used in the diagnosis and treatment of Parkinson’s disease, including: advances in DBS and focused ultrasound, wearable devices to help track PD symptoms, the latest in tremor technology, speech and communication aids, and more!
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.
Expert Speakers:
Nina Browner, MD
UNC Chapel Hill Movement Disorders Center
Sarah Gachuz
North Carolina Assistive Technology Program
Kyle Mitchell, MD
Duke Health Movement Disorders Center
Expert Panelists:
Moderator: Maggie Ivancic, MSW, LCSW, UNC
Chapel Hill Movement Disorder Center
Chelsea (CJ) Duppen, PT, DPT
UNC Chapel Hill School of Medicine
Kristianna Flores-Vitti PT, DPT
UNC REX Raleigh Outpatient Rehabilitation
Mike Lewek, PT, PhD
UNC Chapel Hill School of Medicine
Lexi Monks MS, ACSM-CEP and Tanya Ross Judd, MS, ACSM-EP
Duke Health and Fitness Center
Sarah L. Stidham, CCC-SLP, MS
Duke Neurology
Melissa Werz, OTD, OTR/L, CDRS
Duke Neurology
Movement Breaks Provided by:
Claire McCormick, PT, DPT, GCS
Reynolds and Associates Physical Therapy
Lexi Monks MS, ACSM-CEP and Tanya Ross Judd, MS, ACSM-EP
Duke Health and Fitness Center
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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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