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Parkinson’s Association of Southwest Florida annual Living Well with PD: Education Symposium to take place April 4, at the Hilton Naples. COURTESY PHOTO
The Parkinson’s Association of Southwest Florida (PASWFL) announced the keynote speakers for its annual Living Well with PD: Education Symposium to take place on Thursday, April 4, from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Hilton Naples, 5111 Tamiami Trail North, Naples. The symposium brings together medical specialists and health professionals in the field of Parkinson’s Disease (PD).
Specialists presenting include:
¦ Lauren Fanty, MD, MPH, Assistant Professor of Neurology, Movement Disorder Fellow, University of Florida
¦ Henry Paul Moore, MD, Associate Professor of Neurology, Movement Disorder Specialist, University of Miami-Miller School of Medicine
¦ Annelly Bure, PhD, Assistant Professor of Clinical Neurology, Neuropsychology and Cognitive Neuroscience, University of Miami Health Systems
¦ Ihtsham ul Haq, MD, FAAN, Professor of Neurology, Chief, Movement Disorders Division, University of Miami Health Systems.
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This year’s topics will include:
¦ On the Horizon: Nonpharmacological Advances in Parkinson’s Disease Care and the Multidisciplinary Approach – Lauren Fanty, MD, MPH
¦ Present and Future Pharmacology in Parkinson’s Disease – Henry Paul Moore, MD
¦ Advancements in Understanding Cognition in Parkinson’s Disease – Annelly Bure, PhD
¦ A Message of Hope – Ihtsham ul Haq, MD, FAAN.
“We are excited to bring together specialists who care and support individuals with Parkinson’s Disease,” said Mary C. Schoeffel, CFRE, executive director of the PASWFL. “This is an extraordinary opportunity for persons with PD, their care partners, family members, and support team of doctors and therapists to hear about best practices for successful outcomes, and to have the opportunity to have their questions answered.”
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MOORE
The program is open to the public and of special interest to persons with PD, their family members, care partners, and the medical community. Admission for the Symposium includes lunch and is $65 before Feb. 20, and $75 after that date. VIP admission is $125 and includes preferred seating. Registration closes on March 20.
For over 25 years, PASWFL has provided effective programs and services that improve the quality of life, educate, enrich, and empower our Southwest Floridians affected by PD and related neurological diseases. Each week PASWFL offers more than 20 free programs and support groups for members with PD and their care partners. There are no fees associated with becoming a member; the membership application is available online at www.parkinsonassociationswfl.org .
For more information, visit ParkinsonAssociationSWFL.org or call 239-417- 3465. Parkinson’s Association of Southwest Florida, 2575 Northbrooke Plaza Drive, Suite 301, Naples. ¦
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In the KNOW
Living Well with PD: Education Symposium
· WHERE: Hilton Naples, 5111 Tamiami Trail North
· WHEN: Thursday, April 4, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
· TICKETS: parkinsonassociationswfl.org/education-symposium.html
· COST: Registration for the program and lunch is $65 before Feb. 20, and $75 after that date. VIP registration is $125 and includes preferred seating. Complimentary valet parking is available.
· INFORMATION: 239-417-3465 or ParkinsonAssociationSWFL.org
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