Understanding Parkinson’s

There is a lot to know about Parkinson's disease. Learn about symptoms, how it is diagnosed and what treatment options are available.
Living with Parkinson’s

While living with PD can be challenging, there are many things you can do to maintain and improve your quality of life and live well with Parkinson's disease.
Resources & Support

Living well with Parkinson’s disease (PD) means getting the support you need — from tools that help you work alongside your care team to resources that empower you.
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Our research has led to breakthroughs in treatment and improved care that bring hope to the entire Parkinson's community.
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Educational Events

New England Chapter Parkinson’s Symposium

Princeton Station Banquet Hall
147 Princeton Street
North Chelmsford, MA 01863

Virtual ( Zoom )

May 9, 2025

10:00 am to 2:30 pm EST

FREE

Join the Parkinson’s Foundation [in person or online] for the New England Chapter Parkinson’s Symposium. Hear about current and upcoming treatments, ongoing research, and resources available in your community to help you live your best life with Parkinson’s.

Speakers:

Joy Antonelle de Marcaida, MD
Hartford HealthCare

Anna DePold Hohler, MD, FAAN
St. Elizabeth’s/Boston Medical Center Health System

David K. Simon, MD, PhD
Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

Anas Hannoun, MD
Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center

Agenda (Eastern Time)

10:00 a.m.	Check-in/Resource Fair
11:00 a.m.	The Parkinson’s Foundation Opening Statements (program begins)
11:15 a.m.	Presentation 1: Dr. Simon, "Slowing the Progression of Parkinson's"
11:45 a.m.	Presentation 2: Dr. Hohler, "Treatment Updates/Medications and Pumps"
12:15 p.m.	Movement Break/Attendees: Boxed Lunches
12:35 p.m.	Lunch/Q&A for Morning Presentations
1:00 p.m.	Presentation 3: Dr. Hannoun, "Focused Ultrasound vs. DBS; What is the Difference?"
1:30 p.m.	Presentation 4: Dr. de Marcaida, "Integrative Medicine for PD"
2:00 p.m.	Q&A Afternoon Presentations
2:20/30 p.m.	Closing Remarks

Lunch will be provided.
The Resource Fair will feature local Community Partners that provide services and support for the Parkinson’s Community.

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