## Breadcrumb - [Home](/) - [Resources & Support](/resources-support) - [Events](/resources-support/events) ## Breadcrumb - [Home](/) - [Resources & Support](/resources-support) - [Events](/resources-support/events) Educational Events # North Florida Parkinson's Symposium First Baptist Orlando 3000 S. John Young Parkway Orlando, FL 32805 Virtual ( Zoom ) February 1, 20259:00 am to 1:30 pm EST FREE [REGISTER FOR IN-PERSON](https://secure3.convio.net/prkorg/site/Calendar?id=113549&view=RSVP) [REGISTER FOR VIRTUAL](https://secure3.convio.net/prkorg/site/Calendar?id=113809&view=RSVP) ![North Florida Symposium](/sites/default/files/styles/no_sizing/public/images/N%20Florida%20Banner-940x510.jpg?itok=fU4mriwY) Join us to discuss Parkinson's symptoms, treatments, and progression while we explore important factors in helping live your best life, including diet, exercise, and staying connected. This program will also feature a live Q & A with Parkinson's experts. ### Expert Speakers: **Mitesh Lotia, MD** Medical Director of Movement Disorders | AdventHealth **Ramón Rodríguez, MD, FAAN** Medical Director, Neurology One **Víctor Lameda, MD** Clinical Research Coordinator, Neurology One **People with Parkinson's and Care Partner Panel** - JoAnn Hartge - Gary Appelsies **Moderator: Anna Moreno, MSW,** Parkinson's Foundation, Senior Parkinson Information Specialist **Fitness Demonstration:** Firebush, a Parkinson's Foundation Community Grant recipient. **Fitness Demonstration:** PunchWorX, a Parkinson's Foundation Community Grant recipient. --- **For in-person attendees:** Check-in and Resource Fair start at 9 a.m. Lunch will be served. **For virtual attendees via Zoom:** The live stream starts at 10 a.m. --- There is no charge to attend, but registration is required since lunch will be served. This program is open to people with Parkinson's, their family, friends and the community. ### Platinum Sponsor ![Alora](/sites/default/files/styles/400px_wide/public/images/1737157043962-fd3a6a87-10a1-4336-90fb-4b8d04b42dc4_1_0.jpg?itok=lZ3iqw9C) ### 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 Jennifer De Gruccio [ ![Envelope icon](/themes/custom/parkinson/assets/images/envelope.svg) Florida@Parkinson.org ](mailto:Florida@Parkinson.org) [ ![Phone icon](/themes/custom/parkinson/assets/images//phone.svg) (561) 206-3156 ]() ## Upcoming Events Educational Events ### [ Live Fitness Friday - Move to Improve ](/events/2026/Sep18FF) Join us for a live fitness class, offered once a month. September 18, 2026Virtual [REGISTER FOR VIRTUAL](https://secure.parkinson.org/site/Calendar?id=117629&view=RSVP) Fundraising Events ### [ Moving Day Buffalo ](/events/2026/md-buffalo) Moving Day is your chance to speak up about Parkinson’s disease and move others to take action. September 19, 2026Williamsville, NY [REGISTER FOR IN-PERSON](https://secure.parkinson.org/site/TR?fr_id=7957&pg=entry) Educational Events ### [ Mind, Mood and Motion ](/events/2026/watertown) This program focuses on how exercise supports brain health and can lead to improved emotional and cognitive well-being. September 23, 2026Watertown, NY [REGISTER FOR IN-PERSON](https://secure.parkinson.org/site/Calendar?id=119190&view=RSVP) [View All](/resources-support/events) ### Subscribe for the latest news - Share on Facebook - Share on X - Share on LinkedIn