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. 

After many years of good symptom management, Parkinson's disease may become more challenging. Learn how Parkinson's symptoms may change over time and how physical and occupational therapies can help manage these changes. 

Speakers

Becky Bernhardt, OTD, OTR/L, C/NDT, CAPS

Katrin Ramsey, DSc, PT

Agenda:

12:30 p.m. – check-in, visit with our exhibitors, refreshments

1:15 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. – Managing Changing Symptoms presentations

After many years of good symptom management, Parkinson's disease may become more challenging. Learn how Parkinson's symptoms may change over time and how physical and speech therapy can help manage these changes. 

Speakers

Dr. Samantha Carty, PT, DPT

Shannon Smith MS, CCC-SLP

Agenda:

12 p.m. – check-in, visit with our exhibitors, lunch

1 p.m. to 3 p.m. – Managing Changing Symptoms presentations

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

We have reached capacity for our in-person program. Please register to join us at-home via Zoom or contact GreatLakes@parkinson.org to get added to our waitlist.

A balanced diet is important for people with Parkinson’s disease. Learn about foods that may help ease symptoms and support brain health in addition to understanding how some foods can affect the way Parkinson’s medications work. This program will also address the latest information on the gut and brain connection with PD.

Speakers

R. Ross Coleman, MD
Movement Disorders Specialist
Corewell Health West, Grand Rapids, MI

Emily Ruether, MD
Movement Disorders Specialist
Corewell Health West, Grand Rapids, MI

Sarah E. Raguckas, PharmD
Pharmacist
Corewell Health West, Grand Rapids, MI

Angela West, PA-C
Parkinson's Physician Assistant
Corewell Health West, Grand Rapids, MI

Emily Buteyn, MA, CCC-SLP
Parkinson's LSVT-Certified Speech Language Pathologist
Corewell Health West, Grand Rapids, MI

Nicholas Stephanoff, MD
Family Practice and Lifestyle Medicine
Corewell Health West, Grand Rapids, MI

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

For virtual attendees, via Zoom: The live stream starts at 11 a.m.

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.

The Parkinson’s Foundation Great Lakes Chapter is pleased to be working with Parkinson Partners of Northwestern Pennsylvania for the September 16th program in Erie, Pennsylvania.

In-person check-in starts at 9 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

Xin Xin Yu, MD, MS
Director of Functional Movement Disorders Program
Neurological Institute Experience Officer
Center for Neuro-Restoration
Cleveland Clinic

Dimitrios A. Nacopoulos, MD
Clinical Assistant Professor
Department of Neurology
University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine
UPMC Neurological Institute

For in-person attendees: Check-in starts at 9 a.m.

For virtual attendees, via Computer or Smartphone: The live stream starts at 9:30 a.m.

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 begins at 10 a.m.

Emotional and social health is an important part of living well with Parkinson’s disease. Many symptoms of Parkinson’s can affect emotional and social wellness. Learn how various clinical and creative therapies can support not only symptom management but the overall well-being of the person living with PD.  

Speaker

Joy Antonelle de Marcaida, MD
Medical Director 
Hartford HealthCare
Chase Family Movement Disorders Center

Jennifer L. Ferrand, PsyD
Well-Being Director, Hartford Healthcare

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.

Check-in and exhibitor tables open at 11 a.m. ET.

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

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.

Featured Speakers:

Elizabeth Morgan, Ph.D., ABPP
Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Board Certified Clinical Neuropsychologist

Patrick Walker, MSN, APRN, FNP-C
Movement Disorders Nurse Practitioner
Tallahassee Memorial Healthcare Physician Partners- Neurology

Parkinson's Foundation and Northwestern Medicine Parkinson's Disease and Movement Disorders Center present: Parkinson's Disease Patient and Family Symposium.

This program will feature experts talking about the advances in Parkinson’s research, among many other topics. There will be a Q&A at the end of the presentation.

Speakers

Danny Bega, MD

Rizwan Akhtar, MD, PhD

Tanya Simuni, MD

Michael Mercury, PhD

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.

A Parkinson's Foundation Center of Excellence

Northwestern Medicine Parkinson's Disease and Movement Disorders Center provides innovative, multidisciplinary care for patients and families affected by Parkinson's disease and other movement disorders. The Center's care team works to promote health, education and support for patients. It also supports caregivers, family members, healthcare providers and the community. We continually strive to meet the needs of the Parkinson's community in a variety of ways. In doing this, we have adapted our annual symposium to a virtual setting for the safety and accessibility of the larger Parkinson's community.

In-person check-in, breakfast and vendor visits start at 9 a.m.

After many years of good symptom management, Parkinson’s disease may become more challenging. Learn how motor fluctuations and sleep may change over time and new treatment options for managing them.

Connect with your peers and take advantage of a unique networking opportunity for those with Young Onset Parkinson’s disease!

Speakers

Dr. Rodolfo Savica
Mayo Clinic Rochester

Dr. Erik K. St. Louis
Mayo Clinic Rochester

Melanie Brennan, PT, DPT
EA Therapeutic Health

Danielle Dinger
Pottery by Dane

For in-person attendees: Check-in and vendor visits start at  9 a.m. Breakfast will also be served during this time.

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

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.