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.
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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

27th Annual Vanderbilt Parkinson’s Educational Symposium

Gordon Jewish Community Center
801 Percy Warner Blvd
Ste 101
Nashville, TN 37205

August 23, 2025

9:00 am to 11:30 am CDT

FREE

*27th Annual Vanderbilt Parkinson’s Educational Symposium

Please join the Vanderbilt Medical Center and Parkinson's Foundation Center of Excellence team for the annual Vanderbilt Parkinson's Disease Educational Symposium.

This program will be held in person at the Gordon Jewish Community Center in Bellevue, TN. Free parking is available. Doors open at 8 a.m. CDT, with complimentary breakfast being served shortly after. The program will begin promptly at 9:00 a.m. and end at 11:30 a.m. followed by a question and answer panel.

There is no charge to attend, but registration is required. This program is open to people with Parkinson's, their families, friends and the community.

Unable to join us in-person? Register to receive the program recording in a follow-up email by clicking here: Register for Recording. The recording will be emailed a few weeks after the symposium.

8:30 a.m.    Breakfast and Rock Steady Community Partnership with Colleen Bridges

8:50 a.m.   Welcome and Introductions - Britt Stone, MD

9:00 a.m.    Mobility, Exercise, and Physical Therapy - Chrissy Durrough Lugge, PT, DPT, NCS

9:30 a.m.    Parkinson’s Disease: More than a Movement Disorder - Amy Brown, MD

10:00 a.m.   Break

10:15 a.m.   Exercise Break

10:30 a.m.   Mental Health and Wellness in Parkinson’s Disease - Brandi Ghergia, BHNP

11:00 a.m.   On The Horizon: Research and Updates - Thomas Davis, MD

11:30 a.m. Question and Answer Panel

Upcoming Events

Fundraising Events

2025 Peachtree Road Race

Parkinson’s Champions athletes raise funds and awareness for the Parkinson’s Foundation while competing in some of the world’s most popular races. Every step we take brings us closer to a future without Parkinson’s disease, because Parkinson’s isn’t a sprint, it’s a marathon.

July 4, 2025

Atlanta, GA

Educational Events