Learn More. Live Better. Parkinson’s Symposium
Check-in & Resource Fair start at 9:00 a.m. CT. (for in-person attendees)
Living with Parkinson’s can be challenging, but there are many things you can do to maintain and improve your quality of life. This program will provide you with information to help you find the balance between a proactive approach and wondering what lies ahead.
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. Lunch will be served to those joining us in person.
Featured Speakers:
Amy E. Brown, MD, MS
Vanderbilt University Medical Center
Lisa Cate
PD Wellness Club / Community Taekwondo
Thomas L. Davis, MD
Vanderbilt University Medical Center
George Quintero, PhD
University of Kentucky Neurorestoration Center
Lauren Scanlon, PT, DPT, GCS, MSCS
Vanderbilt University Medical Center
Jessica Stroh, RN
Vanderbilt Neurosciences
Movement Break Provided by:
Beverly Bell, PTA
Optimum Hope! Parkinson’s Wellness Program
Music Break Provided by:
Colleen Bridges, M.Ed, NSCA-CPT
Bridges for Parkinson’s - Rock Steady Music City/Franklin
For in-person attendees: In-person check-in and vendor visits start at 9:00 a.m. CT.
For virtual attendees, via Zoom: For virtual attendees: Can't make it in person? Click on "register for virtual" above to receive the program recording.
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