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#  Taking Charge: Strategies for Meaningful Healthcare Visits 

 Virtual ( Zoom ) 

 

 May 21, 20251:00 pm to 2:00 pm EST

 

 Free 

 

 

 [REGISTER FOR VIRTUAL](https://secure3.convio.net/prkorg/site/Calendar?id=115869&view=RSVP) 

 

    ![Husband and wife lookin at a tablet while on their porch](/sites/default/files/styles/no_sizing/public/images/wellness-wednesdays-event-banner-2026.png?itok=s2_h0Y4k)  Navigating Parkinson's disease (PD) requires an active and informed approach to healthcare. This program will encourage individuals living with PD to take charge of their care by providing strategies for effective communication and self-advocacy before, during and after healthcare visits.

Participants will learn how to make the most of each appointment by prioritizing their needs and preparing questions and concerns in advance. Additionally, attendees will gain access to valuable tools and resources from the Parkinson's Foundation to support their journey.

### Speakers

**Taylor Rush, PhD**  
Health Psychologist, Director of Behavioral Services and Interdisciplinary Programs, Center for Neurological Restoration, Cleveland Clinic

**Kathleen Blake, MD, MPH**  
Vice Chair, People with Parkinson's Advisory Council

**Muhammad Mahdi Nashatizadeh, MD**  
Director, Inpatient Movement Disorders  
Associate Director, Movement Disorders Fellowship  
Clinical Associate Professor, Department of Neurology  
University of Kansas School of Medicine

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  

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 PDHealth@Parkinson.org

 

 

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 (646) 859-4731

 

 

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 *PD Health @ Home is presented by the Light of Day Foundation, whose generosity has made this programming possible.*

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 This is a virtual program, taking place live, using the online Zoom platform. Instructions on joining the webinar are provided after registering.

 

 

  ##  Upcoming Events 

   Educational Events 

###  [ The PD Solo Network ](/events/2026/PDSolo-September15) 

 A virtual network for people living with Parkinson's disease who live alone, by choice or circumstance.

 September 15, 2026Virtual

 

 [REGISTER FOR VIRTUAL](https://secure.parkinson.org/site/Calendar?id=110329&view=RSVP&_gl=1*kfc2j4*_gcl_aw*R0NMLjE3ODA2Njk4ODIuRUFJYUlRb2JDaE1JeWNtSi1hZndsQU1WbjA1SEFSM0FXU2dpRUFBWUFTQUFFZ0tuYl9EX0J3RQ..*_gcl_au*Mjg5MDQwOTU4LjE3Nzg1MTE0NTE.*_ga*NzU5NzkwMzgyLjE3Nzg1MTE0NTE.*_ga_57LEHWK3JX*czE3ODMzNDk1NTgkbzU0JGcxJHQxNzgzMzUyMDgwJGoxMyRsMCRoMA..&_ga=2.210907285.1895919309.1783349558-759790382.1778511451&_gac=1.241896758.1780669882.EAIaIQobChMIycmJ-afwlAMVn05HAR3AWSgiEAAYASAAEgKnb_D_BwE) 

   Professional Education 

###  [ From Data to Medicine: Early Parkinson's Disease Detection ](/events/2026/early-parkinsons-detection) 

 Learn how one researcher is leveraging insurance claim databases to improve screening and earlier Parkinson’s diagnosis.

 September 15, 2026Virtual

 

 [REGISTER FOR VIRTUAL](https://education.parkinson.org/live-professional-education/content/data-medicine-early-parkinsons-disease-detection#group-tabs-node-course-default1) 

  Educational Events

###  [ New Insights into Freezing and Fall Prevention in Parkinson's ](/events/2026/Sep16WW) 

 Learn new insights on how freezing and other movement and non-movement symptoms can contribute to falls and how to lessen the risk.

 September 16, 2026Virtual

 

 [REGISTER FOR VIRTUAL](https://secure.parkinson.org/site/Calendar?id=119609&view=RSVP) 

  

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 ###  PD Health @ Home 

 Join us for new, weekly virtual wellness programs! Take part in one or all of our events that cover: mindfulness, interviews with experts and guided exercise.

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