Webinars and Virtual Events for April Denise Dagan www.stanford.edu From:[email protected] Sun, Mar 30 at 5:38 PM The list below is of April 2025 Parkinson's-focused webinars and virtual events with speakers. April is Parkinson's Awareness Month and World Parkinson's Day is on the 11th, which is James Parkinson's birthday. As such, there are multiple opportunities to learn about Parkinson's Disease (PD) and ongoing research. We encourage you to register NOW for anything of interest. That way, if you aren't able to attend the live event, you will be alerted when the recording is available. About the list below, unless indicated, all webinars and virtual events are:
We at Stanford Parkinson's Community Outreach occasionally attend a webinar and share our notes. Notes from excellent PD-focused webinars are often posted to our blog at https://parkinsonsblog.stanford.edu. Denise parkinsons.stanford.edu Tuesday, April 1, 10am A Lesson in Parkinson's History Description: Parkinson's has been around for more than 200 years, but what do we know about its history? For Parkinson's Awareness Month, the speaker will address James Parkinson and the evolution of understanding and treatment of the disorder named in recognition of his early work. Speaker: Joseph Imbs, DO, Houston Methodist, movement disorders specialist Host: Independent Parkinson's Network (IPN) Registration webpage: http://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_C0OfmLGtQpGm588dK3Oy7Q# We have no information about recording this event. ******************** Tuesday, April 1, 6:30pm Parkinson's 101 Audience: Newly Diagnosed Description: A discussion of what Parkinson's is, how it is treated, and how to proactively manage it. Speakers: Libby Kennard, program lead, Parkinson's Resources of Oregon Mike Mulligan, community health education coordinator, Parkinson's Resources of Oregon Host: Parkinson's Resources of Oregon (PRO) Registration webpage: https://www.parkinsonsresources.org/event-calendar/calendar-all-pro/ The recording may be posted on the Parkinson's Resources of Oregon YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/parkinsonsresources ******************** Wednesday, April 2, 3-5pm PD101 - Exercise & Building Your Team Audience: Newly Diagnosed Description: The speaker will discuss research supporting exercise as a form of medication for PD. Part three of a three-part series. Speaker: Delisa Novak, personal trainer, 212 Degrees Fitness, Littleton, CO Host: Parkinson Association of the Rockies (PAR) Registration webpage: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdLpLdIUn7c13GKnThdgV9EIB0RjWEwwC6m2XOr1ksN5tuXUQ/viewform We have no information about recording this event. ******************** Sunday, April 6, 9am-12:30pm Parkinson's Symposium Description: Hear about current and upcoming treatments, ongoing research, and resources available in your community to help you live your best life with Parkinson's. Speakers: Matthew Moore, MFA, Parkinson's activist, actor, playwright Kelly Andrzejewski, DO, PhD, UBMD Neurology Assaf Berger, MD, UBMD Physicians' Group Allison Dilliott, PhD, Genomics Lead Host: Parkinson's Foundation (PF) New York Chapter Registration webpage: https://secure3.convio.net/prkorg/site/Calendar?id=115552&view=RSVP We have no information about recording this event. ******************** Monday, April 7, 10am Ask A Movement Disorder Specialist No Description Available Speaker: Mark Baron, MD, Richmond VA PADRECC Host: Philadelphia & Richmond Veterans Administration (VA) Parkinson's Disease Research, Education and Clinical Center (PADRECC) At the meeting time, use this link to join: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-teams/join-a-meeting Meeting ID: 227 305 847 316 Passcode: TXmDJU Telephone: 872-701-0185 (ID: 666 709 920#) Questions? Contact Jessica Kaplan, [email protected], phone 804-675-5931, Philadelphia & Richmond VA We have no information about the recording of this event. ******************** Monday, April 7, 12pm Topic Unknown No description available at the time this list was prepared. This webinar is part of the "Everything Parkinson's" monthly series. The topic may not be specific to PD, though the host organization is PD-focused. Host: Pacific Movement Disorders Center, Pacific Neuroscience Institute (PNI), Santa Monica, CA At the meeting time, use the link to join: bit.ly/PD-Webinars Webinar ID: 821 8048 1494 Telephone: 669-900-6833 Questions? Contact Giselle Tamula, [email protected], phone 310-582-7433 The recording will be posted on the Movement Disorders section of the PNI Health and Wellness webinars page: https://www.pacificneuroscienceinstitute.org/resources/webinars/ ******************** Monday, April 7, 2:30pm Falls, Balance, and Parkinson's Disease Description: Hear from a researcher focused on the use of technologies to characterize and treat mobility impairments, such as freezing of gait, in people with Parkinson's disease. Speaker: Martina Mancini, PhD, bioengineer, OHSU Balance Disorders Lab, Portland, OR Host: PD-Connect, Corte Madera, CA Registration webpage: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/bJGr3Fa5TO6bff7eBLnp3w The recording will be posted to the PD-Connect YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/@pdconnectwellness ******************** Wednesday, April 9, 10am The Latest Advances in Parkinson's Research and Treatment Description: An in-depth look at the current medication pipeline, highlighting new therapies and their potential impact on symptom management. Learn how to identify and participate in relevant clinical studies and stay informed on cutting-edge PD research. Part of the Wellness Wednesday webinar series. Speaker: Kevin McFarthing, PhD, Parkinson's research advocate, Oxford, UK Host: Parkinson's Foundation (PF) Registration webpage: https://secure3.convio.net/prkorg/site/Calendar?id=114690&view=RSVP The recording may be posted to the Wellness Wednesday playlist of the PF YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLDGRDRM479GuzZjOzPl6Pm8MpwoGfIEpu ******************** Wednesday, April 9, 10am Understanding Deep Brain Stimulation and MRI Guided Focused Ultrasound (HIFU) Description: Learn about DBS as a treatment option for Parkinson's disease, essential tremor and dystonia and HIFU as a treatment for essential tremor. Speaker: Katherine Baich-Colon, RN, BSN, Hartford neurosurgery nurse navigator Host: Hartford Healthcare, Bridgeport, CT Registration webpage: https://hartfordhealthcare.org/health-wellness/classes-events/event-details?id=2656 This webinar is offered monthly and is not recorded. ******************** Wednesday, April 9, 12pm Meal Planning for PD Description: The speaker will discuss how to plan and create healthy meals that are delicious and nutritious while taking into account issues specific to Parkinson's Disease, like medication schedules, dysphagia, and other PD symptoms. Speaker: Kelly Morrow, MS, RDN, registered dietitian Host: Brian Grant Foundation (BGF) Registration webpage: http://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_x48f8e_GQ0Osbi1g7U75iQ The recording will be posted to the BGF YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFrXMx8ij2LdZtjOevZ1R2w ******************** Thursday-Friday, April 10-11, 4pm-1:30am PT 2025 Insight Into Parkinson's Description: A variety of leading experts and advocates from the PD community will discuss the latest research, treatments and strategies to live well with Parkinson's. Multiple speakers Hosts: PD Warrior, New South Wales, Australia Cure Parkinson's, United Kingdom In This Together Parkinson's, New South Wales, Australia Program, Speakers, and Registration webpage: https://pdwarrior.com/insight-registration/ The recording may be posted to the Cure Parkinson's YouTube channel. https://www.youtube.com/@CureParkinsons ******************** Saturday, April 12, 7am Take Control of Parkinson's Description: Learn from a movement disorder specialist how medication can improve PD symptoms, motor fluctuations, and quality of life. The speaker will also discuss an easy-to-follow template for interacting with your movement disorder specialist. Speaker: Evan Gray, DO, Integrated Neurology Services, Alexandria and Lorton, VA Host: Parkinson Social Network (PSN) Registration webpage: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/RoZHFmgXSsml6-ERwFgPPw? The recording will be posted to the PSN YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC04Ff8Ems9xYrdW7bbaH7Xg ******************** Monday, April 14, 12:30am A new Parkinson's test - Hope or Hype Description: The speaker will discuss the potential benefits and limitations of the alpha-synuclein seed amplification assay (αSyn-SAA). Speaker: Alberto Espay, MD, University of Cincinnati, movement disorders specialist Host: No Silver Bullet 4 PD, United Kingdom Registration webpage: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/a-new-parkinsons-test-hope-or-hype-by-prof-a-espay-tickets-1283960633819 A recording may be posted to the No Silver Bullet 4 PD YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCN2A0vGOY6j13Ed1rV64gPQ ******************** Tuesday, April 15, 8am Drug Development as a Progression Through Stages: a Patient-Centric Approach to Progress Description: A researcher discusses the drug development process for PD medications and how patient feedback guides research. Part two of the six-part World Parkinson Coalition (WPC) Research Spotlight 2025 Series. Moderator: Roger Barker, PhD, Cambridge University Hospitals Speaker: Andrew Siderowf, MD, Penn Perelman School of Medicine Host: World Parkinson Coalition (WPC) Registration page https://web.cvent.com/survey/c052427f-e1aa-40e1-ad2e-e022594d7ef1/welcome The recording will be posted to the WPC YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/worldpdcongress ******************** Tuesday, April 15, 12pm Proactive Brain Health: How Exercise Increases Brain Adaptability Description: The speaker will discuss the evidence of exercise effects on motor and cognitive outcomes in PD and studies that show evidence of exercise-induced neuroplasticity, the brain's ability to change and adapt with experience. Speaker: Giselle Petzinger, MD, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA Host: PMD Alliance Registration webpage: https://events.blackthorn.io/en/2EmH006/g/KgwR5Ss3xj/proactive-brain-health-how-exercise-increases-brain-adaptability-5a22UU1VDYH/overview The recording may be posted to the PMD Alliance YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCm_sAjRqhAaiutx2B9dOqng ******************** Wednesday, April 16, 10am Navigating the Road Ahead: Understanding Driving and Parkinson's Description: Participants will gain insights into how Parkinson's can impact driving skills, explore options for assessing driving abilities, and learn about practical approaches to planning for the future. Part of the Wellness Wednesday webinar series. Speaker: Margaret O'Connor, PhD, ABPP, Harvard Medical School Host: Parkinson's Foundation (PF) Registration webpage: https://secure3.convio.net/prkorg/site/Calendar?id=115175&view=RSVP The recording may be posted to the Wellness Wednesday playlist of the PF YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLDGRDRM479GuzZjOzPl6Pm8MpwoGfIEpu ******************** Wednesday, April 16, 6pm Parkinson's 101: Understanding the Disease, Treatments & Care Audience: Newly Diagnosed Description: The speaker will break down what Parkinson's disease is, how it impacts the brain and body, and the latest advancements in treatment and care. Speaker: Omesh Kulkarni, MD, movement disorders specialist, Nanaimo, British Columbia Host: Parkinson Society British Columbia (PSBC) Registration webpage: https://parkinson.bc.ca/event/parkinsons-101-understanding-the-disease-treatments-care The recording (but not the Q&A) may be posted to the PSBC YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/ParkinsonSocietyBC ******************** Thursday, April 17, 9-10:30am How Do You Feel With Parkinson's? A Special Edition Webinar on Emotions Description: Perspectives and tips about emotions and PD. Part of the Third Thursday webinar series. Multiple speakers, including people living with PD and a medical expert Host: Michael J. Fox Foundation (MJFF) Registration webpage: https://www.michaeljfox.org/webinar/how-do-you-feel-parkinsons-special-edition-webinar-emotions The recording is available on the MJFF YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I75k8QJ7xI4 ******************** Thursday, April 17, 1pm Lewy Body Dementia: Future Directions Description: The speaker will provide a short overview of Lewy body dementia (LBD) before discussing recent research findings and future research that may affect treatment of those with LBD, which is an umbrella term that includes Parkinson's Disease Dementia and Dementia with Lewy Bodies. Moderator: Linda Higueras, Brain Support Network, former LBD caregiver Speaker: Carla Abdelnour, MD, movement disorders specialist, Stanford Hosts: Stanford APDA Information & Referral Center Brain Support Network At the meeting time, use this link to enter the meeting ID and passcode: https://stanford.zoom.us/j/93655565868?pwd=b5mgg5aCPqsYaoR8hvURefFJ3bDeFj.1 Or join by phone: 833-302-1536 Meeting ID: 936 5556 5868 Passcode: 071420 The recording will be posted to the Stanford APDA YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@stanfordapda923 ******************** Friday, April 18, 10am Emerging Therapies 2025 Description: The speakers will discuss emerging therapies and medications being studied to treat Parkinson's, such as Crexont, Vyalev, aDBS, and Onapgo. Speakers: Soania Mathur, MD (ret), Parkinson's advocate, person with YOPD Michael Okun, MD, movement disorder specialist, University of Florida Host: Davis Phinney Foundation (DPF) Registration webpage: https://davisphinneyfoundation.org/event/live-webinar-deep-brain-stimulation-the-latest-advancements-2024-edition/ The recording may be posted to the DPF YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@davisphinneyfdn/featured ******************** Miércoles, 23 de abril, 10am EP 101: lo que usted y su familia deben saber Descripción: Aprender acerca de las causas, los síntomas y el manejo de la enfermedad de Parkinson, así como la participación en investigaciones. Parte de la serie de seminarios web del Miércoles de Bienestar. Presentadora: Elsa Rodarte Rascon, MD, UT Health Houston Anfitriona: Parkinson's Foundation (PF) Inscripción: https://secure3.convio.net/prkorg/site/Calendar?id=115173&view=RSVP La grabación se publicará en la lista de reproducción del Miércoles de Bienestar en el canal de YouTube de PF: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLDGRDRM479Gv1XnsG3fyGQpXfzRPUAFWB ******************** Thursday, April 24, 9-10:15am Meeting Parkinson's as a Teenager: How to Navigate Your Parent's Diagnosis Audience: Children growing up with a parent with PD and those who are interested in understanding how children navigate Parkinson's Description: A deep dive into what it means for a teenager to "meet" PD during this vulnerable age. Teens will share how they navigate the experience, how their relationship with their parent with PD has changed over the years, and the most useful resources, as well as tips for teens and for parents trying to support their teenager(s). Moderator: Miriam Parry, RN, PDNS (UK) Panelists: Mimi Thomas (UK/ Nigeria) Nastassia Donoho (USA) Colin O'Connor (USA) Abbas Syed Mohammed Ali (UK) Host: World Parkinson Coalition (WPC) Registration webpage: https://global.qwikcast.tv/public/QwikCast/QwikCastEvent?eventKey=0db90ea3-19f6-4fe1-bf49-c42fcddb966f A recording will be posted to the WPC website: https://www.worldpdcoalition.org/page/WPCResearchSpotlight2024 ******************** Friday, April 25, 8am-12pm Minnesota Spring Parkinson's Symposium 2025 Description: Hear about ongoing research, current treatments, and resources available to help you live your best life with Parkinson's. Speakers: Natalie Heinrich, PharmD, Minnesota Health, Fairview, MN Kevin Webb-Kay, MD, Struthers Parkinson's Center, Minneapolis, MN Michael Howell, MD, Minnesota Health, Fairview, MN Hosts: American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA) Parkinson's Foundation (PF) University of Minnesota Medical School Agenda and Registration webpage: https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=wq2a4CO0hEqyEuQkPKQsjgWrx9EL7zRIq-DI-vwy_SpUNFZSQkZLMUlKMzVCUUI5MlhWNkVYTkQ3Mi4u& We have no information about recording this event. ******************** Wednesday, April 26, 11am-2pm Parkinson's Symposium: Learn More. Live Better. Description: Speakers will cover common PD medications, benefits, potential side effects, and the need for adjustments over time. They will emphasize the importance of a well-rounded care plan that includes exercise and social engagement to combat isolation. Speakers: Danny Bega, MD, Northwestern Medicine, Evanston, IL Katie Fagan, MSW, LCSW, Northwestern Medicine, Evanston, IL Adam Burns, PT, Shirley Ryan AbilityLab Outpatient Center, Burr Ridge, IL Host: Parkinson's Foundation (PF) Registration webpage: https://secure3.convio.net/prkorg/site/Calendar?id=115492&view=RSVP We have no information about recording this event. ******************** Sunday, April 27, 10am Mime, Music and Art Audience: Women with PD Description: Learn a little mime, dance to the music and discover how Barbara is changing the look of Parkinson's through Art. Speaker: Barbara Salsberg Mathews, artist, mime, and person with PD Host: Twitchy Woman Registration webpage: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/DVbfYAYmRDGeZVIS-DP2Cg The recording will be posted to the Events page of the Twitchy Woman website: https://twitchywoman.com/events/ ******************** Monday, April 28, 2:30-3:50pm Women Veterans with PD, Part II Audience: Women Veterans with PD and women with PD Description: Differences women face with Parkinson's Disease. Speaker: Adrienne Keener, MD, UCLA and VA PADRECC Host: Philadelphia & Richmond Veterans Administration (VA) Parkinson's Disease Research, Education and Clinical Center (PADRECC) At the meeting time, use this link to enter the meeting ID and passcode: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-teams/join-a-meeting Meeting ID: 227 305 847 316 Passcode: TXmDJU Or join by phone: 872-701-0185 (ID: 666 709 920#) Questions? Contact Jessica Kaplan, Philadelphia & Richmond VA, [email protected], phone 804-675-5931 We have no information about the recording of this event. ******************** Tuesday, April 29, 4pm Depression and Anxiety with Parkinson's Description: Part of the Conversations with a Doc quarterly speaker series. Speaker: Justin Marcello, MD, Christiana Care Health System, Newark, DE Host: Maryland Association for Parkinson Support (MAPS) Registration webpage: https://www.marylandparkinsonsupport.org/events/conversations-with-a-doc The recording will be posted to the MAPS YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@marylandassociationforpark3815?app=desktop ******************** Wednesday, April 30, 10am PD GENEration: Advancing Research, Empowering Lives Description: The speaker will provide an overview of the PD GENEration study, including its mission and the progress made so far. A participant will discuss the future of PD GENEration, featuring their personal stories and the actions they have taken based on their genetic results. Part of the Wellness Wednesday webinar series. Speakers: James Beck, PhD, Chief Scientific Officer, Parkinson's Foundation Panel of participants Host: Parkinson's Foundation (PF) Registration webpage: https://secure3.convio.net/prkorg/site/Calendar?id=115809&view=RSVP The recording may be posted to the Wellness Wednesday playlist of the PF YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLDGRDRM479GuzZjOzPl6Pm8MpwoGfIEpu ******************** Miércoles, 30 de abril, 1pm La enfermedad de Parkinson está en aumento: Estrategias para enfrentar el futuro Descripción: Según un estudio publicado en la revista médica BMJ, se estima que para el año 2050 habrá 25,2 millones de personas viviendo con esta enfermedad en todo el mundo. ¿Qué podemos hacer para modificar el curso de la enfermedad y mejorar la calidad de vida de la población? Presentadora: Hiral Shah, MD, Columbia Neurology, New York City, NY Anfitriona: PMD Alliance Inscripción: https://events.blackthorn.io/en/2EmH006/g/ec9PeP9HTv/la-enfermedad-de-parkinson-esta-en-aumento-estrategias-para-enfrentar-el-futuro-5a22UU1XIf7 La grabación se publicará en el canal de YouTube de PMD Alliance: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLDGRDRM479Gv1XnsG3fyGQpXfzRPUAFWB ******************** ******************** ______________________________________________ StanfordPDInfo mailing list This email list is the main way for the Stanford Parkinson's Community Outreach Program to communicate with those interested in learning more about PD. Our website is: med.stanford.edu/parkinsons To reach the list moderator or to subscribe, contact Robin Riddle, [email protected] . Another way to subscribe is to send email (from the address you want to subscribe) to [email protected] . Then you will receive an email asking you to confirm.) 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