The University of Iowa Parkinson’s Patient Symposium

The University of Iowa, in partnership with the Parkinson’s Foundation, presents a free educational event for patients with Parkinson’s Disease and their caregivers. The University of Iowa is one of 48 medical centers (including 34 in the United States) around the world designated as a Center of Excellence by the Parkinson’s Foundation. Experts from the Movement Disorders Division in the Neurology Department at the University of Iowa Health Care will discuss:

• Physical symptoms and management strategies in advanced Parkinson's disease
• Memory decline and psychiatric symptoms and what can be done about them
• Care for the Caregiver: tips, coping skills, and planning for the future

The registration deadline is April 24 at 8 a.m.

Location

Online Zoom Webinar. Directions and a link to the Zoom meeting will be emailed to those who pre-register.

Agenda:

9:00 AM Welcome, Introductions, Annie Killoran, MD, MSc

9:05 AM Motor and non-motor symptoms in advanced Parkinson’s disease: A roadmap of what to expect, Annie Killoran, MD, MSc

9:25 AM Cognition and emotion in advanced Parkinson’s disease, Steven Anderson, Ph,D, ABPP

9:50 AM How can I help? Guidance to assist with mobility limitations. Stephanie Evans, PT, DPT,

10:15 AM Break

10:20 AM Safety solutions: Tips for the home and daily tasks Rachel Rose, OTR/L, MOT

10:45 AM Management strategies for swallowing, drooling, and voice in advanced Parkinson’s disease, Brian Peterson, MA, CCC-SLP

11:10 AM Advanced Parkinson’s disease for the caregiver: Planning and coping, Cara Iyengar, MSW, LISW

11:35 AM - Panel Q & A with All Faculty

This program is in Partnership with the Parkinson’s Foundation. The Parkinson's Foundation makes life better for people with Parkinson’s disease by improving care and advancing research toward a cure. In everything we do, we build on the energy, experience and passion of our global Parkinson's community. www.Parkinson.org

If you have questions or if you or your guest(s) have a disability that requires a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in this program, contact Cara Iyengar via phone at 319-467-2907 or email cara-iyengar@uiowa.edu.

This program is open to everyone. The University of Iowa prohibits discrimination in employment, educational programs, and activities on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, gender identity, associational preferences, or any other classification that deprives the person of consideration as an individual. The University also affirms its commitment to providing equal opportunities and equal access to University facilities. For additional information contact the Office of Equal Opportunity and Diversity