You can participate in a web-based seminar — or webinar — from the privacy of your home. Join either live or view the archived version within a few days of the live webinar (in most cases). All webinars listed are free. All times listed are Pacific Time. Here are webinars that may be of interest to those living with Parkinson’s in December 2019…
Wednesday, December 4, 12:00-1:00pm
“Naturopathic Medicine and Parkinson Disease”
Program: The focus of the presenter’s work is on describing conditionally essential nutrients in Parkinson disease, attempting to describe the nutritional status and requirements unique to individuals with neurodegenerative diseases.
Presenter: Laurie K. Mischley, ND, MPH, PhD, Bastyr University
Presented by: Parkinson and Movement Disorder Alliance
Register (You will view the presentation from this location)
Tuesday, December 10, 12:00-1:00pm
“Financial Wellness and Parkinson’s”
Program: Parkinson’s is a chronic illness that not only takes a toll on you physically, cognitively and emotionally, but it can also be a significant financial burden. The good news, however, is that people can live a very long time (and live well) with Parkinson’s; so, it’s important to have a plan in place to ensure your financial health.
Presenter: Alice Lightner Johnson
Presented by: Davis Phinney Foundation for Parkinson’s
Wednesday, December 18, 11:00am-12:00pm
“Deep Brain Stimulation and LSVT BIG: Mobility Challenges and Treatment Solutions”
Program: Learn about the most recent research and clinical advances related to intensive behavioral treatment for vocal loudness (LSVT LOUD) and body movement (LSVT BIG) for individuals with Parkinson’s disease and beyond. The presentation will include a brief summary of the early research behind the development of these programs followed by an overview of the most current research and clinical work in these areas.
Presenters: LSVT BIG clinicians
Presented by: LSVT Global
Wednesday, December 18, 4:30-5:30pm
“Therapy Break”
Program: Therapy Break is an interactive, online video discussion featuring a subject matter expert with knowledge relevant to living well with Parkinson’s disease. Addressing a variety of topics related to living with a movement disorder, these informal discussions provide a forum for you to learn, ask questions, interact and be part of a community, regardless of where you live.
Presenter: To be advised at time of program
Presented by: Parkinson and Movement Disorder Alliance
Register (you will watch at this location)
Thursday, December 19, 9:00-10:00am
“Ask Us Anything: Our Doctors Take Your Questions”
Program: Our on-staff movement disorder specialist and Research Program leads will answer your questions on the latest in Parkinson’s research and care. We’ll devote nearly our full hour to audience Q&A so bring your inquiries or submit them in advance through the registration page.
Presenters: To be advised at time of webinar
Presented by: The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research