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.  

Click here to view the program agenda.

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.