Georgia Chapter Parkinson's Symposium

Check-in & Resource Fair start at 9:00 a.m. ET.
Join the Parkinson’s Foundation in person or online for the Georgia Chapter Parkinson’s Symposium. Hear about current and upcoming treatments, ongoing research and the resources available in your community and beyond to help you live your best life with Parkinson’s.
Expert Speakers:
Paul Beach DO, PhD
Assistant Professor, Department of Neurology, Emory University School of Medicine
Maggie Caulfield, PhD
Director of Research Programs, Parkinson’s Foundation
Madeleine Hackney, PhD
Associate Professor of Medicine, Department of Medicine, Division of Geriatrics and Gerontology, Emory University School of Medicine | Research Health Scientist, Center for Visual and Neurocognitive Rehabilitation, Atlanta VA Health Care System
Evan Johnson, MD
Movement Disorder Specialist, Piedmont Neurology of Fayetteville
Larry Kahn
Person Living with Parkinson's Disease
Nina Santus, Ph.D., CCC/SLP
Clinical Associate Professor, Department of Communication Sciences and Special Education, The University of Georgia
Lloyd Spann
Person Living with Parkinson's Disease
Thomas Wichmann, MD
Associate Director, Movement Disorder Division, Emory University School of Medicine
Exercise Demo Led By:
Ally Brainard, PT, DPT
Synapse NeuroRehab
Shea Ellingson, LMT
Star Dynamic Wellness
Willy Goggins
Center for Movement Challenges
Brittney Hooker, PT, DPT
Synapse NeuroRehab
Amanda Smith, SLP
Lasting Language Therapy Services
There is no charge to attend, but registration is required. This program is open to people with Parkinson's, their families, friends, and the community.
FREE Speech and Hearing Assessments at This Year's Symposium
Led by experts from the University of Georgia Speech and Hearing Clinic
If you're interested in a complimentary speech and/or hearing assessment at this year's symposium, please indicate your interest when registering. Assessments will be available for up to 50 participants between 9:00–10:00 a.m. before the symposium begins. If selected, you’ll receive confirmation and your scheduled assessment time at least 30 days in advance.
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