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#  Learn More. Live Better. Parkinson's Symposium 

 First Baptist Orlando - Faith Hall  
 3000 S. John Young Pkwy.  
 Orlando, FL 32805 

 Virtual ( Zoom ) 

 

 February 7, 20269:00 am to 1:30 pm EST

 

 FREE 

 

 

 [REGISTER FOR IN-PERSON](https://secure3.convio.net/prkorg/site/Calendar?id=116129&view=RSVP) [REGISTER FOR VIRTUAL](https://secure3.convio.net/prkorg/site/Calendar?id=116149&view=RSVP) 

 

    ![Learn More. Live Better. Parkinson's Symposium banner](/sites/default/files/styles/no_sizing/public/images/Learn%20More-940x510.jpg?itok=PYd9Ar6i)  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.

### Keynote Speaker

**Michael S. Okun, MD**  
Adelaide Lackner Professor of Neurology  
Executive Director, Normal Fixel Institute for Neurological Diseases

### Expert Speakers

**Irene Malaty, MD, FAAN**  
Fixel Institute for Neurological Diseases -  
University of Florida Movement Disorders

**Ihtsham ul Haq, MD, FAAN**  
Professor of Neurology and Chief of Movement Disorders Divisions  
University of Miami, Miller School of Medicine  
A Parkinson's Foundation Center of Excellence

**Robert Hauser, MD, MBA**  
Director, Parkinson's Disease &amp; Movement  
University of South Florida  
A Parkinson's Foundation Center of Excellence

### Panelist

**Ramón Rodríguez, MD, FAAN**  
Medical Director, Neurology One

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**Event Volunteers Needed!** Service hours and lunch are provided. To sign up and learn more, visit: [Volunteer sign-up here](https://parkinsonsfoundation.volunteerlocal.com/volunteer/?id=101731 "Volunteer sign-up here")

**Stay tuned for more information!**

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**For in-person attendees:** Check-in and Resource Fair start at 9 a.m. Lunch will be served. Drop-off areas are located in front of Faith Hall. Handicap and general parking is available in the Pink Lot.

**For virtual attendees via Zoom:** The live stream starts at 10 a.m.

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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.

  ##   Contact Us  

 Jennifer De Gruccio

 

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 Florida@parkinson.org

 

 

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  ##  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 &amp; 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

 

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