Join the University of Southern California (USC), together with the Parkinson’s Foundation, for “Living Well with Parkinson’s Disease,” a free educational symposium for people with Parkinson's and care partners.

Hear from USC speakers about therapeutics, surgical updates, non-motor symptoms, and lifestyle in Parkinson's. There will be Q&A discussions after each panel conversation. Please submit your questions with your registration.

Attendance is free, but registration is required and seating is limited.

Check-in, lunch and resource fair begin at 11 a.m.

Living with Parkinson's can be challenging, but there are many things you can do to maintain and improve your quality of life. Join us to learn about important lifestyle factors to help you live your best life, including exercise, nutrition and sleep, as well as a live Q&A session with Parkinson's experts.

Expert Speakers

Tran Le, MD
UT Southwestern Medical Center

Valerie Johnson, PT, DPT
Balance Therapy LLC

Michael Salvatore, PhD
UNT Health Science Center

Vicki A. Nejtek-Salvatore, PhD
Parkinson Discovery Institute

Ali Mahmood, MD
UT Southwestern Medical Center

Sarah Diesing, MS, CCC-SLP
Parkinson Voice Project

This is an in-person program. Check-in, lunch, and resource fair begin at 11 a.m.

Parking: Parking is complimentary for program attendees. For driving directions, please click here.

There is no charge to attend, but registration is required as lunch is provided. This program is open to people with Parkinson's, their families and friends, medical providers/practitioners, and the community. 

Grow your knowledge of support, classes, and services for your journey with Parkinson’s. Visit with local resources at exhibit tables to learn about their offerings. Complimentary refreshments.

Speakers:
Panel discussion with speakers from M Health Fairview

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.

This program is a partnership with Parkinson's Foundation and Eden Prairie Community Center.

Thank you to our Sponsors:

Check-in, Lunch and Resource Fair begin at Noon. Program begins at 1 pm.

Even after years of good symptom control, Parkinson's disease can take unexpected turns. This program explores the "mid-stride" changes that happen and offers strategies to manage them. Learn about treatment options, when to adjust your care team, and how to stay independent and supported as your needs change.

Expert Speakers

Daniel G. DiLuca, MD, MSc
Assistant Professor of Neurology
Washington University School of Medicine

Nathan Wachter, MD
Neurology—Movement Disorders
Mercy Hospital St. Louis

This is an in-person program. Check-in, lunch, and Resource Fair begin at Noon.

Parking: Complimentary parking is available in the parking garage and outside surface lot. Convenient drop-off is available at the west entrance. For driving directions, please click here.

There is no charge to attend, but registration is required as lunch is provided. This program is open to people with Parkinson's, their families and friends, medical providers/practitioners, and the community. 

Check-in & Resource Fair* begins at 10:30 a.m. and the program starts at 11:00 a.m. 

Join the Parkinson’s Foundation for the Mid-Atlantic Chapter Parkinson’s Symposium. Attendees will learn about symptoms, treatment options and strategies to help navigate the challenges of living with PD. While each person’s experience is unique, the more you know, the more empowered you will be to play an active role in your care and manage your life with Parkinson’s.

*The Resource Fair will feature local Community Partners that provide services and support for the Parkinson’s Community.

A Partnership event with Virginia Commonwealth University, a Parkinson's Foundation Center of Excellence.

Speakers 

Leslie J Cloud, MD, M.Sc.
Associate Professor and Director of the Parkinson's Disease Program/Virginia Commonwealth University

Matthew Barrett, MD, M.Sc.
Professor, Division of Movement Disorders/Virginia Commonwealth University

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.

Speaker and schedule subject to change.

Learn More. Live Better. Parkinson's Symposium:  Empowered & Activated with an Interdisciplinary Care Team

No matter where you are in your Parkinson’s journey, an interdisciplinary care team can play a vital role in helping you live well. Managing daily life with Parkinson’s disease requires ongoing learning and adaptation as symptoms and needs evolve.

This program highlights the importance of identifying your care team early, engaging with them regularly, and understanding how each professional contributes essential insights, resources, and strategies for maintaining a sense of control, independence, identity and lifestyle. Through an in-depth discussion with experts and lived-experience perspectives, attendees will gain practical information to support and empower them in their daily lives.

This event is free and open to people with Parkinson's and their families. Registration is required as in-person seating is limited.

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¿Qué significa participar en un estudio de investigación y por qué es importante para la población hispana y latina? Hablamos con los participantes de nuestro estudio PD GENEration para que compartan sus respuestas a estas preguntas con usted.

Acompáñenos para una interesante conversación entre el Dr. Ignacio Mata y los participantes de PD GENEration de los EE.UU. y Latinoamérica para escuchar lo que hemos aprendido del estudio hasta ahora, lo que significa participar en PD GENEration y cómo puede beneficiarse de conocer los resultados de sus pruebas.

10 a.m. Hora del Pacífico (Los Ángeles)
11 a.m. Hora de la Montaña (Colorado, Phoenix y Nuevo México)
12 p.m. Hora del Centro (Texas y Ciudad de México)
1 p.m. Hora del Este (Nueva York, Colombia, Perú )
2 p.m. Hora de Venezuela

*Por favor, verifica su zonas horarias.*

Presentador

Dr. Ignacio Mata

Panelistas

Claudia Danker (EE.UU.)
Gloria Henao Cobo (Colombia)
Roberto Escobedo-Graham (México)

Más información:

Una lista de nuestros recursos en español – Parkinson.org/Recursos

Línea de Ayuda – 1-800-473-4636, opción 3 para español.

Check-in begins at 12:00 pm. Program begins at 12:45 pm.

Exercise is a powerful tool for supporting Parkinson’s disease symptom management in all stages. Participants will learn how staying active can help with movement, mood, and thinking, and may even have disease-modifying benefits. The program will provide practical strategies for incorporating exercise into daily life for better mobility, mood, thinking, and overall quality of life.

*Note, the event will take place at Rice Commons, located within the College Student Center. Please follow signage to direct you to the event space.

Speaker
Liz Nafziger, MD Neurology, Palliative Medicine Goshen Health

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.

In-person check-in starts at 11:00 a.m.

Living with Parkinson’s disease involves more than just movement challenges—many people also experience non-movement symptoms that can be difficult to recognize, discuss, and manage. This program will focus on Impulse Control and Thinking Changes, exploring their impact on daily life and relationships. Attendees will learn strategies for discussing sensitive issues and coping techniques to improve well-being.

Speakers

Anas Hannoun, MD
Emily Gottier, OT
Parminder Padgett, PT, DPT
Anne Maydwell, SLP 
Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center 

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. 

Check-in & Resource Fair* begins at 11:00 a.m. and the program starts at 11:30 a.m. 

Medications and Research for Symptom Management: Join the Parkinson’s Foundation for the New England Chapter Parkinson’s Symposium. Attendees will learn about symptoms, treatment options and strategies to help navigate the challenges of living with PD. While each person’s experience is unique, the more you know, the more empowered you will be to play an active role in your care and manage your life with Parkinson’s.

*The Resource Fair will feature local Community Partners that provide services and support for the Parkinson’s Community.

Speakers 

Sarah Dodwell, MD
MaineHealth Neurology – Scarborough

William Stamey, MD
MaineHealth Neurology – Brunswick

Nicola Bothwick
Associate Director of Clinical Research, PD GENEration study

Parkinson’s Foundation

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.