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#  Parkinson's Disease Patient and Family Symposium 

 Virtual ( Zoom ) 

 

 October 24, 202610:00 am to 1:00 pm CDT

 

 FREE 

 

 

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    ![Person raising hand ](/sites/default/files/styles/no_sizing/public/images/florida-spring-hill-event-hand-banner_0.png?itok=B6Yji36A)  The Parkinson's Foundation Midwest Chapter and Northwestern Medicine Parkinson's Disease and Movement Disorders Center present: **Parkinson's Disease Patient and Family Symposium**.  
  
This program provides an overview of the current understanding of Parkinson's disease risk factors, exploring how genetics, lifestyle, and environmental influences may contribute to disease development. Attendees will learn about genetic risk factors and the latest genetic clinical trials, examine environmental and lifestyle factors associated with Parkinson's disease, and receive updates on emerging research and ongoing clinical trials shaping the future of prevention and treatment.

### Speakers

**Tanya Simuni, MD, FAAN**  
Northwestern Medicine Parkinson's Disease & Movement Disorders Center  
A Parkinson's Foundation Center of Excellence  
  
**Danny Bega,** **MD, MSCI**  
Northwestern Medicine Parkinson's Disease & Movement Disorders Center  
A Parkinson's Foundation Center of Excellence  
  
**Lucy Morse,** **MD**  
Northwestern Medicine Parkinson's Disease & Movement Disorders Center  
A Parkinson's Foundation Center of Excellence  
  
**Ignacio Keller-Sarmiento,** **MD**  
Northwestern Medicine Parkinson's Disease & Movement Disorders Center  
A Parkinson's Foundation Center of Excellence  
  
**Paulina Gonazalez-Latapi,** **MD, MsC**  
Northwestern Medicine Parkinson's Disease & Movement Disorders Center  
A Parkinson's Foundation Center of Excellence  
  
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.

 - ###   Agenda (Central Time)   
    
    **10 a.m. Welcome / Opening Remarks**  
    Danny Bega, MD, MSCI, Northwestern Medicine  
    Jessica Bartsch, MS, NCC, Parkinson's Foundation  
      
    **10:15 a.m. Key Note: Risk Factors for Parkinson’s Disease: An Overview of Genetics, Lifestyle, and Environmental Factors**  
    Lucy Morse, MD, Northwestern Medicine  
    Ignacio Keller-Sarmiento, MD, Northwestern Medicine  
    Paulina Gonazalez-Latapi, MD, MsC, Northwestern Medicine  
    (Q&A to follow presentation)
    
    **12:05-12:10 p.m. Break**  
      
    **12:10 p.m. Updates in Research & Clinical Trials**  
    Tanya Simuni, MD, FAAN, Northwestern Medicine  
    (Q&A to follow presentation)  
      
    **1:00 p.m. Closing Remarks**
 
  ##   Contact  

 Jessica Bartsch

 

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 JBartsch@Parkinson.org

 

 

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 (312) 762-5706

 

 

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 *The Parkinson's Foundation Midwest Chapter in partnership with Northwestern Medicine Parkinson's Disease and Movement Disorders Center presents: The Parkinson's Disease Patient and Family Symposium.*

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 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

 

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 August 28, 2026Livonia, MI

 

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###  [ Georgia Chapter Parkinson's Symposium ](/events/2026/GASymposium) 

 Join the Parkinson’s Foundation for the Georgia Chapter Parkinson’s Symposium. Hear about current and upcoming treatments, ongoing research and the resources available in your community and beyond to help you live your best life with Parkinson’s.

 August 29, 2026Cumming, GA

 

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