'Parkinson's Today' Symposium: Full Panel Videos

When we first started formulating the plan for Parkinson’s Today: An Educational Symposium in collaboration with The Michael J. Fox Foundation, we knew we wanted to put together an impactful, educational, and, most importantly, accessible program bringing together some of the best resources in the Parkinson’s world. To make it truly accessible, we filmed the entire program for you to visit and revisit at your leisure, whether you were able to join us in-person or not. Take some time to peruse the three panel videos below. We hope you leave with a sense of understanding about the current Parkinson’s treatment landscape, some practical tips for living with Parkinson’s, and a sense of hope for the future. Not just for the future – we hope you leave with a sense of hope for today. Remember: you are not alone.

PANEL ONE

Parkinson's Today: Treatments & Standards of Care

Featuring Dr. John Legge, a board-certified neurologist with fellowship training in Movement Disorders and Dr. Jessica Shields, a fellowship-trained neurosurgeon with a specialty in Deep Brain Stimulation, this panel goes back to the basics to discuss how we treat Parkinson’s today – the tried-and-true, the latest-and-greatest, and the scams to avoid. Moderated by Ethan Henderson, The Michael J. Fox Foundation. (Click image to play video).

PANEL TWO

Caregiving Today: The Continuum of Care

Featuring professional caregiver Jose Gonzalez, CNA, LVN, Suzanne Lang, RN and family caregiver, and Janet Underwood, a leading pioneer in senior housing, this panel explores the central role of the caregiver in navigating Parkinson's. Whether it's a professional caregiver or a family member, navigating Parkinson's requires a unique set of skills. This panel covers everything from compassion fatigue to caregiving best practices...and when it's time to seek dedicated care outside the home. (Click image to play video).

PANEL THREE

Parkinson's Tomorrow: Research & Policy

Ongoing investments in research and recent legislative developments continue to influence the future of Parkinson’s. Two experts from The Michael J. Fox Foundation, Kristen Kovaletz and Julie Edwards, discuss research efforts and investments as well as policy efforts to address Parkinson’s treatment and mitigation. (Click image to play video)

For 35 years, PRO has proudly served the Parkinson's community through education, resources and support. Please reach out to learn more at info@parkinsonsresource.org. If you enjoyed the information shared with you today, consider a donation to support our free programs for people with Parkinson's and caregivers: parkinsonsresource.org/donate

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