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#  Learn More. Live Better. Parkinson’s Symposium 

 Northside Charlotte  
 333 Jeremiah Blvd  
 Charlotte, NC 28262 

 Virtual ( Zoom ) 

 

 March 7, 202610:00 am to 2:00 pm EST

 

 FREE 

 

 

 [REGISTER FOR IN-PERSON](https://secure3.convio.net/prkorg/site/Calendar?id=116349&view=RSVP) [REGISTER FOR VIRTUAL](https://secure3.convio.net/prkorg/site/Calendar?id=116350&view=RSVP) 

 

    ![Learn More. Live Better. Parkinson's Symposium banner](/sites/default/files/styles/no_sizing/public/images/Learn%20More-940x510.jpg?itok=PYd9Ar6i)  ### We are currently at capacity for in-person attendance. Please register to join us at-home via Zoom.

### Check-in & Resource Fair start at 9:00 a.m. EST (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.

### Speakers: 

- Michelle Hill, *M.S. CCC-SLP, CDP* Resurgence Neuro Rehab
- Myriam Sollman, *PhD,* Prisma Health
- Marlena Matusewicz, *Psy.D.*, ABPP, Atrium Health
- Matthew Gallegos, *PT, DPT, JP2* Physical Therapy
- Sidharth Madhavan, Ph.D., Duke School of Medicine
- Matthew Gallegos, PT, DPT, JP2 Physical Therapy

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**For in-person attendees:** In-person check-in and vendor visits start at 9:00 a.m. EST. Lunch will be served.

**For virtual attendees (via Zoom):** The livestream starts at 10:00 a.m. EST.

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

 - ###   Agenda (Eastern Time)   
    
    9:00 a.m. **Check-in & Resource Fair**
    
    Livestream Begins
    
    10:00 a.m. **Welcome**
    
    
    - Diana Parrish, Parkinson’s Foundation
    
    10:10 a.m. **Expert Panel: The Gut-Brain Connection: Nutrition, Digestion, and Swallowing in Parkinson’s**
    
    
    - Moderator: Kim Gamble, Memory & Movement Charlotte
    - Michelle Hill, M.S. CCC-SLP, CDP Resurgence Neuro Rehab
    
    10:40 a.m. **Question & Answer Session**
    
    11:00 a.m. **Movement & Stretch Break**
    
    
    - Bhibha M. Das PhD, MPH, FACSM, My Care to Take Care
    
    11:15 a.m. **Expert Panel: Let’s Get Uncomfortable- The Parkinson’s Topics We Need to Talk About**
    
    
    - Moderator: Diana Parrish, Parkinson’s Foundation
    - Myriam Sollman, PhD, Prisma Health
    - Marlena Matusewicz, Psy.D., ABPP, Atrium Health
    - Matthew Gallegos, PT, DPT, JP2 Physical Therapy
    - Lou Morris, person with PD
    
    11:45 a.m. **Question & Answer Session**
    
    12:20 p.m. **Lunch Break and Resource Fair**
    
    12:05 p.m. **Movement & Stretch Break**
    
    
    - Matthew Gallegos, PT, DPT, JP2 Physical Therapy
    - Kelly Evans, RSB Coach, Personal Trainer JustWorkout
    
    12:50 p.m. **Holding on to Hope: Building Resilience While Living with Parkinson’s**
    
    
    - Myriam Sollman, PhD, Prisma Health
    
    1:15 p.m. **People with Parkinson’s & Care Partner Panel**
    
    
    - Moderator: Myriam Sollman, PhD, Prisma Health
    - Cindy Lecky, Person with PD
    - Bruce Lecky, Care Partner
    - Lou Morris, Person with PD
    - Diana Parrish, Care Partner
    
    1:45 p.m. **Question & Answer Session**
    
    1:55 p.m. **Closing Remarks**
 
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  ##  Upcoming Events 

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 This session will provide an overview of where the field stands—exploring breakthroughs in cell replacement therapies, disease-modifying trials, and ethical considerations.

 September 9, 2026Virtual

 

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###  [ Building Your Parkinson’s Toolbox ](/events/2026/Froedtert2026) 

 This educational program will offer practical information and strategies to support everyday health and well-being, for those affected by Parkinson’s.

 September 11, 2026Virtual & Waukesha, WI

 

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###  [ Moving Day Memphis ](/events/2026/md-memphis) 

 Moving Day is your chance to speak up about Parkinson’s disease and move others to take action.

 September 12, 2026Memphis , TN

 

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