Parkinson's Disease Symposium: The Gut-Brain Connection
Please join the Parkinson's Foundation Midwest Chapter in partnership with the Rush University Medical Center, a Parkinson's Foundation Center of Excellence, for our Hybrid Parkinson's Disease Symposium.
People with Parkinson’s disease (PD) frequently experience gastrointestinal (GI) symptoms that can affect daily function, medication response, nutrition, swallowing safety, and quality of life. The gut is also increasingly recognized as a trigger for brain diseases like PD.
This symposium provides an accessible, interdisciplinary overview of the gut–brain connection, the microbiome, practical “food for health” strategies in PD, and moderated Q&A panels to provide perspective on common challenges.
For in-person attendees: check-in begins at 12 pm CT.
For virtual attendees: live stream begins at 12:45 pm CT.
Speakers:
Rush University Medical Center Movement Disorder Staff
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.
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