## Breadcrumb - [Home](/) - [Resources & Support](/resources-support) - [Events](/resources-support/events) ## Breadcrumb - [Home](/) - [Resources & Support](/resources-support) - [Events](/resources-support/events) Educational Events # Learn More. Live Better. Parkinson’s Symposium Southwestern Conference Center 2451 Atrium Way Nashville, TN 37214 Virtual ( Recorded Link ) March 22, 202510:00 am to 2:00 pm CDT FREE [REGISTER FOR IN-PERSON](https://secure3.convio.net/prkorg/site/Calendar?id=114709&view=RSVP) [REGISTER FOR VIRTUAL](https://secure3.convio.net/prkorg/site/Calendar?id=114710&view=RSVP) ![Learn More. Live Better. Parkinson's Symposium banner](/sites/default/files/styles/no_sizing/public/images/Learn%20More-940x510.jpg?itok=PYd9Ar6i) ### 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. ## Agenda - ### Program Agenda | **9:00 a.m.** | **Check-in, Breakfast & Resource Fair** | |---|---| | **10:00 a.m.** | **Welcome (Livestream Begins in Zoom)** Evan Christian, *Parkinson’s Foundation* | | **10:10 a.m.** | **Expert Panel: Latest Research on Lifestyle Factors and Parkinson’s Outcomes** Moderator: Jessica Stroh, RN, *Vanderbilt Neurosciences* Amy E. Brown, MD, MS, *Vanderbilt University Medical Center* Thomas L. Davis, MD, *Vanderbilt University Medical Center* Lauren Scanlon, PT, DPT, GCS, MSCS, *Vanderbilt University Medical Center* | | **11:00 a.m.** | **Question & Answer Session** | | **11:20 a.m.** | **Movement Break** Beverly Bell, PTA, *Optimum Hope! Parkinson’s Wellness Program* | | **11:35 a.m.** | **Lunch Break & Resource Fair** | | **12:00 p.m.** | **Research Spotlight: DBS-Plus** George Quintero, PhD, *University of Kentucky Neurorestoration Center* | | **12:30 p.m.** | **Question & Answer Session** | | **1:00 p.m.** | **Living Well with Parkinson’s: Person with Parkinson’s and Care Partner Panel** Moderator: Lisa Cate, *PD Wellness Club* Dean and Kathy Gregory Fatima Karwandyar Ginger Ash Lucas Chang, *Vanderbilt Partners for Parkinson’s Program* | | **1:55 p.m.** | **“I Need A Love” Musical Performance** Colleen Bridges, M.Ed, NSCA-CPT, *Bridges for Parkinson’s - Rock Steady Music City/Franklin* | | **2:00 p.m.** | **Program Ends** | ### Gold Sponsor [ ![More to Parkinson's](/sites/default/files/styles/400px_wide/public/images/Acadia%20logo%20Spring%202025.png?itok=YUFhL6X5) ](https://www.moretoparkinsons.com/personal-stories?utm_source=AdvocacyEmails_Logo&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=acadia_fieldAdvocacy) ## Contact Us Annie Long [ ![Envelope icon](/themes/custom/parkinson/assets/images/envelope.svg) TNKY@Parkinson.org ](mailto:TNKY@Parkinson.org) [ ![Phone icon](/themes/custom/parkinson/assets/images//phone.svg) (770) 450-0792 ]() ## Upcoming Events Educational Events ### [ Parkinson's Foundation Florida Chapter Community Conversation ](/events/2026/spring-hill) Learn practical daily living tips to empower you to take charge of your health and to navigate the challenges of living with PD. August 26, 2026Spring Hill, FL [REGISTER FOR IN-PERSON](https://secure.parkinson.org/site/Calendar?id=118950&view=RSVP) Educational Events ### [ Florida Chapter Parkinson's Symposium ](/events/2026/florida-symposium-broward) This program will provide you with information to help you find the balance between a proactive approach and wondering what lies ahead. August 28, 2026Fort Lauderdale, FL [REGISTER FOR IN-PERSON](https://secure.parkinson.org/site/Calendar?id=118809&view=RSVP) Educational Events ### [ Thinking & Memory Changes ](/events/2026/Livonia) Many people with Parkinson's disease experience thinking changes such as trouble focusing, multitasking, or finding the right words. Learn more about these changes as well as tips to help with daily tasks, treatment options and resources for emotional and social support. August 28, 2026Livonia, MI [REGISTER FOR IN-PERSON](https://secure.parkinson.org/site/Calendar?id=119129&view=RSVP) [View All](/resources-support/events) ### Order a Parkinson’s Hospital Safety Guide The Hospital Safety Guide is a resource for people with Parkinson's and their care partners filled with useful tools and information to prepare for and navigate a hospital stay. [ORDER NOW](/resources-support/pd-library/order-publications) [LEARN MORE](/resources-support/hospital-safety-guide) - Share on Facebook - Share on X - Share on LinkedIn