Join the Parkinson’s Foundation for the 10th annual Better Lives, Together: Fresno Parkinson's Summit! Together with your community, learn about the many disciplines involved in Parkinson's care, mental health support, treatments and strategies to manage PD, and the latest research updates.

This program is open to people with Parkinson's, their family, friends and the community. There is no charge to attend, but registration is required as in-person seating is limited.

Speakers

Rafael Zuzuarregui, MD, UCSF, a Parkinson’s Foundation Center of Excellence 
Eric Farbman, MD, Community Neurosciences Institute
Jason Gravano, PhD, UCSF Fresno

The Parkinson’s Foundation California Chapter is grateful for the unwavering support of our Chapter Partners and Sponsors. Learn more about them by visiting our Chapter Supporter webpage. 

EP Salud en Casa: Miércoles de Bienestar 

Perspectivas compartidas:  el impacto de los cuidadores en la atención y el manejo de las personas con Parkinson
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El mes de noviembre es el Mes Nacional de Cuidadores Familiares y reconocemos el rol vital que los cuidadores desempeñan en las visitas médicas. Esta charla en línea está diseñada para brindar información útil, consejos prácticos y recursos para los cuidadores que desean mejorar la comunicación con los proveedores médicos y lograr resultados saludables para sus seres queridos.

¡Acompáñenos en esta sesión educativa y exploremos juntos cómo los cuidadores pueden abogar por las necesidades del paciente, transmitir información relevante al proveedor médico y colaborar de manera activa en el plan de atención!

Presentadora

Elsa Baena, PhD
Neuropsicóloga en el departamento de neuropsicología clínica
Barrow Neurological Institute

Panelistas

Michelle Rios, Cuidadora de su madre

Michelle Colman, Cuidadora de su padre

Este programa es gratuito y está disponible para cualquier persona interesada, incluyendo a las personas con Parkinson y sus familiares, amigos, personas de apoyo y promotores de salud.

¿En busca de algo más? Podrá encontrar todos nuestros videos de EP Salud en Casa- PD Health @ Home en YouTube.

Más información:

Todos los eventos de “EP Salud en Casa-PD Health @ Home" – Parkinson.org/EPSalud.

Una lista de nuestros recursos en español – Parkinson.org/Recursos Línea de Ayuda – 1-800-473-4636, opción 3 para español.

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En esta charla, lo invitamos a explorar las opciones quirúrgicas disponibles para la enfermedad de Parkinson (EP) y cómo prepararse si es candidato.

Comprenderá los criterios para ser candidato a estos tratamientos, los pasos necesarios antes de la intervención y cómo involucrar a su equipo médico en el proceso de toma de decisiones.

¡Acompáñenos para obtener un panorama completo de las opciones quirúrgicas en la EP y cómo estar preparado para enfrentar esta importante decisión en su camino hacia una mejor calidad de vida!

Presentadora

Marina Sarno, PsyD
Profesora adjunta
División de neuropsicología y neurociencia cognitiva
Departmento de neurología
University of Miami Miller School of Medicine

Panelista

Marie Perry
Persona con Parkinson

Este programa es gratuito y está disponible para cualquier persona interesada, incluyendo a las personas con Parkinson y sus familiares, amigos, personas de apoyo y promotores de salud.

¿En busca de algo más? Podrá encontrar todos nuestros videos de EP Salud en Casa- PD Health @ Home en YouTube.

Más información:

Todos los eventos de “EP Salud en Casa-PD Health @ Home" – Parkinson.org/EPSalud.

Una lista de nuestros recursos en español – Parkinson.org/Recursos Línea de Ayuda – 1-800-473-4636, opción 3 para español.

Check-in starts at 9:00 a.m. ET.

After many years of good symptom management, Parkinson's disease may become more challenging. Learn how Parkinson's symptoms may change over time and new strategies available for managing them. 

Together we will hear from Parkinson's experts as they offer adaptive tips and tools for staying active at all stages of the disease. With a special focus on exercise, travel and staying socially connected, we will explore new ways to continue doing the things we love.

Featured Speakers & Expert Panelists:

Ketan Jhunjhunwala, MD
Spartanburg Medical Center

Amber Stutz, MD
Prisma Health

Myriam Sollman, PhD
Prisma Health Neuropsychology

Dana Hodges, SLP
Bon Secours Diane Collins Neuroscience Institute

Travis Gawler, DPT
Bon Secours Diane Collins Neuroscience Institute

Kassandra Tallarico, OT
Pelham Medical Center

Conner Magar, CTRS
Prisma Health 

Keonte Davis, LMSW
Davis Social Work Consultants

Bernell King Ingram, ASTA VTA, ARC VTC
World Awaits Cultural Tours

Madison Hedges PT, DPT, NCS
Peak Recovery & Performance & Upstate-Carolina Adaptive Golf

Stan and Cindy Starnes
Person with Parkinson’s and Care Partner

Moderator: Kimberly Gamble
Atrium Health Neurosciences Institute – Charlotte

In-person check-in and breakfast starts at 8:30 a.m.

Presented by The Cole Center for Parkinson's & Movement Disorders, join us in-person or virtually for the 8th Annual Parkinson's Symposium.  Topics will include Functional Neurosurgery for Parkinson's disease, Non-Medication Treatment Options, The Future of Parkinson's Care and more.

Speakers

Shadi Barbu, MD, Movement Disorders Specialist
DBS Medical Director, The Cole Center
UT Medical Center

Carter Gerard, MD
Functional Neurosurgeon, Neurosurgical Associates
UT Medical Center

Luis Zayas, MD, PT, Movement Disorders Specialist
Outreach Medical Director, The Cole Center
UT Medical Center

Christopher Tolleson, MD, MPH, Movement Disorders Specialist
Medical Director, The Cole Center
UT Medical Center

Alberto Espay, MD, MSc, FAAN, FANA, Movement Disorders Specialist
Professor and Endowed Chair – James J. and Joan A. Gardner Center for Parkinson’s Disease at the University of Cincinnati
President-Elect of the Pan-American Section of the International Parkinson’s and Movement Disorders Society

For in-person attendees: Check-in and continental breakfast starts at 8:30 a.m.

For virtual attendees: The live stream starts at 9 a.m.

There is no charge to attend, but registration is required by September 29, 2023. This program is open to people with Parkinson's, their family, friends and the community.

Check-In begins at 12 p.m.

After many years of good symptom management, Parkinson’s disease may become more challenging.  Learn how Parkinson’s symptoms may change over time and new strategies available for managing them. This event will focus specifically on Motor Symptoms.

Speakers:

Leslie J. Cloud, MD, MSc

Jessica Lehosit, DO

Paul Koch, MD

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.

In-person check-in begins at 10 a.m.

After many years of good symptom management, Parkinson’s disease may become more challenging.  Learn how Parkinson’s symptoms may change over time and new strategies available for managing them. 

Speakers

Dr. Justin Martello

Dr. Jill Farmer

For in-person attendees: Check-in starts at 10 a.m.

For virtual attendees, via Zoom: The live stream starts at 10:30 a.m.

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.

This event has now reached capacity for in-person participation. We apologize for any inconvenience. To be placed on a waitlist, please contact Kelly Nicoll at knicoll@parkinson.org. You may also join virtually via Zoom by registering here.

Join the Parkinson’s Foundation to learn about current and emerging research in Parkinson’s disease (PD). Participants will hear how research helps shape treatments and identify new care strategies for managing Parkinson’s symptoms.  

*This program may include moderately scientific terms and concepts.

Speaker

Zoltan Mari, MD, FAAN
Cleveland Clinic Lou Ruvo Center for Brain Health, a Parkinson’s Foundation Center of Excellence 

This program is free and is open to individuals with Parkinson’s, their loved ones, and the community. There is no charge to attend, but registration is required as in-person seating is limited.

The Parkinson’s Foundation Southwest Chapter is grateful for the unwavering support of our Chapter Partners and Sponsors. Learn more about them by visiting our Chapter Supporter webpage. 

After many years of good symptom management, Parkinson’s disease may become more challenging.  Learn how Parkinson’s symptoms may change over time and new strategies available for managing them.

Speakers

Nadine Nye, SLP
Intermountain Healthcare

Paola Testini, MD
University of Utah, Parkinson's Foundation Center of Excellence

This program is open to people with Parkinson's, their family, friends and the community. There is no charge to attend, but registration is required as in-person seating is limited.