Florida Chapter Symposium: Research & Care in Parkinson's
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Participants will learn how research has shaped current treatment options and consider new care strategies to help manage Parkinson’s symptoms. We will also explore the genetics of Parkinson’s disease and how understanding genetics can help improve the management of an individual’s disease in the future. All are welcome to join us!
Attend in-person or watch the program at-home via Zoom: This program will be in-person at the Aloft Jacksonville Tapestry Park (Jacksonville, FL). You have the option of attending our in-person program or you can watch the webinar from home via Zoom. Please tell us which option you prefer during the registration process.
Speakers
Syed Asad, MD, Neurologist
Universal Neurological Care
Owen A. Ross, PhD, Associate Professor of Neuroscience, Director of Neuroscience PhD Program
Mayo Clinic Florida
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.
COVID SAFETY: We’re closely monitoring the coronavirus pandemic and following all local and state regulations for your health and safety. For the safety of the Parkinson’s community, we’re asking our participants to follow city and state guidelines regarding mask usage and social distancing safety protocols. Changes to the event date and location may be made, if necessary. Thank you for doing your part to help protect our community!
Contact Us
Crista Ellis
The Parkinson's Foundation is grateful for the unwavering support of our Program Sponsor. We invite you to view our full list of sponsors and learn more about them by visiting our Chapter Webpage.
Sponsors
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