Every month, Stanford Parkinson’s Community Outreach produces a list of Parkinson’s-related webinars and virtual meetings with speakers. Here’s our August 2023 list.
What’s the difference between a webinar and a virtual meeting? A “webinar” has a handful of speakers at most, and attendees have both audio and video muted. A “virtual meeting” usually allows attendees to be seen and heard.
We recommend you register NOW for anything of interest. That way, if there’s a recording, as a registrant you’ll receive an email alerting you to the recording availability. Also, note that a few webinars have registration deadlines well in advance of the webinar dates.
Stanford Parkinson’s Community Outreach will try to attend as many of these events as possible and share our notes. Our notes about PD webinars are often posted to our blog. We email our notes to the “Stanford PD Info” and “PD Caregivers” email lists, depending on the relevance to those audiences.
If you are a caregiver to someone with PD, we encourage you to be added to our “PD Caregivers” email list.
Unless indicated, the webinar and virtual meetings listed below are:
- Times listed as PT. (We are based in California, after all.)
- One-hour in duration. We suggest you join five minutes before the official start time. (Usually, the speaker talks for 30-40 minutes and there’s a question-and-answer session for the remaining time.)
- For a general audience. (Again, caregiver-specific events are on our other list.)
- Not focused on a single medication or single, branded treatment. (Those are excluded.)
- Free
After that long preamble, here’s our list of PD-related webinars and virtual meetings in August 2023…
Tuesday, August 1, 12pm
What’s the Difference Between Parkinson’s and Parkinsonism
Description: A movement disorder specialist will review the types of parkinsonisms, the presentation of symptoms, causes and treatments and how these differ from PD.
Speaker: David Shprecher, DO, Banner Sun Health Research Institute, Phoenix
Host: PMD Alliance
The webinar recording may be posted to the PMD Alliance YouTube channel
Wednesday, August 2, 9am
Breaking Down Bradykinesia
Description: A movement disorder specialist will break down the difference between slow, low amplitude movement (hypokinesia) and no movement (akinesia).
Speaker: Alfonso Fasano, MD, PhD, Toronto Western Hospital
Host: PMD Alliance
The webinar recording may be posted to the PMD Alliance YouTube channel
Wednesday, August 2, 10am
PD101: What You and Your Family Should Know
Audience: Newly Diagnosed
Description: This program will provide a basic overview of Parkinson’s disease. Learn what Parkinson’s is, what causes it, common symptoms, treatments, and strategies for managing symptoms.
Speaker: Pravin Khemani, MD, Swedish Neuroscience Institute, Seattle
Host: Parkinson’s Foundation (PF)
A recording of the webinar will be posted to the PF YouTube channel in the Wellness Wednesday playlist
Wednesday, August 2, 10am
Understanding Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS)
Description: The speaker addresses DBS as a treatment option for PD, essential tremor, and dystonia.
Speaker: Sarah Zurek, RN, DBS program coordinator
Host: Hartford Healthcare
Call 855-442-4373 or use this registration webpage
This webinar is offered monthly and is not recorded.
Thursday, August 3, 12pm
The Dangerous Drop – Neurogenic Orthostatic Hypotension
May not be specific to PD
Description: A movement disorders specialist will deep dive into neurogenic orthostatic hypotension (nOH). Learn how this non-motor symptom impacts blood pressure and cognition as well as how nOH is diagnosed and managed.
Speaker: Salima Brillman, MD, Parkinson’s Silicon Valley, Palo Alto
Host: PMD Alliance
The webinar recording may be posted to the PMD Alliance YouTube channel
Friday, August 4, 11am
Aging Well with Parkinson’s: What You Need to Know
Description: The speaker will discuss how to navigate the unique experiences that accompany aging with PD. Part of the “Let’s Talk Parkinson’s” series.
Moderator: Judy Yaras, PCLA Vice President
Speaker: John P. Walsh, PhD, gerontology professor, USC Neuroscience Program
Host: Parkinson’s Community Los Angeles (PCLA)
A recording of the webinar will be posted to the PCLA YouTube channel
Sunday, August 6, 10am
Synapticure
Audience: Women with PD
Description: Specialized telemedicine companies are popping up all over. Synapticure was created by an ALS patient for all people with neurodegenerative disorders, including Parkinson’s. The care team includes specialized neurologists, care coordinators, genetic counselors, and insurance navigators. They can help with medication management and provide local resource referrals in partnership with your in-person clinical team, and services are covered by insurance.
Host: Twitchy Woman
Only women with PD should participate. Registration webpage.
The webinar recording will be posted to the Events page of the Twitchy Woman website
Monday, August 7, 12pm
Rx Strategies in Early and Advanced PD
No description available. Part of the “Everything Parkinson’s” webinar series.
Host: Pacific Movement Disorders Center, Pacific Neuroscience Institute (PNI), Santa Monica, CA
At the meeting time, join by using this link
Or participate by phone 669-900-6833, with webinar ID 821 8048 1494.
For more information contact Giselle Tamula, 310-582-7433, giselle.tamula@providence.org
The recording of the webinar will be posted on the Movement Disorders section of the PNI Health and Wellness webinars page
Monday, August 7, 2:30pm
Mechanisms of Neuroplasticity in Neurodegenerative Disease
No description available.
Speaker: Michael Jakowec, PhD, University of Southern California
Host: PD-Connect
At the meeting time, join by using this link
Meeting ID: 4444066660 Password: 627283
The recording of the webinar will be posted on the PD-Connect YouTube channel
Tuesday, August 8, 1-2:30pm
Parkinson’s Fundamentals: Exercise as Medicine – What Does the Research Say?
Audience: Newly Diagnosed
Description: A physical therapist will explain why exercise is the best investment for your current and future health and why you should start now.
Speaker: Claire McLean, PT
Host: PMD Alliance
The webinar recording may be posted to the PMD Alliance YouTube channel
Wednesday, August 9, 10am
Care Partners: Why They Matter and Why Their Needs Matter
Description: The speaker will define the role of a care partner and explain why having a care partner is important for people with Parkinson’s. She will provide helpful tools for care partners to recognize signs of strain and how to locate sources of support to look after your own health as a care partner. Part of the Wellness Wednesdays: Palliative Care series.
Speaker: Janis Miyasaki, MEd, FRCPC, University of Alberta
Host: Parkinson’s Foundation (PF)
A recording of the webinar will be posted to the PF YouTube channel in the Wellness Wednesday playlist
Wednesday, August 9, 11am
Management of Parkinson Disease
Audience: Newly Diagnosed
Description: The speaker will describe the techniques to managing PD and the challenges you may face. Part of the Parkinson’s Disease Learning & Educational Resource (PDLER) series.
Speaker: movement disorders specialist, Banner Sun Health Research Institute
Host: Banner Health
Call 800-230-2273 or use this registration webpage
This webinar will not be recorded.
Wednesday, August 9 12pm
Building Your Exercise Plan
Description: A physical therapist will discuss how to build an exercise plan that incorporates PD exercise recommendations. Part of the monthly Wellness Webcast.
Speaker: Michael Braitsch, DPT, Tribe Wellness LLC founder
Host: Brian Grant Foundation (BGF)
A recording of the webinar will be posted to the BGF website
Wednesday, August 9, 12pm
Sleep Matters: A Review of Sleep Issues in PD
Description: A movement disorder specialist will discuss the different types of sleep disorders and how to manage the symptoms of each.
Speaker: Okeanis Vaou, MD, University of Texas Health, San Antonio
Host: PMD Alliance
The webinar recording may be posted to the PMD Alliance YouTube channel
Thursday, August 10, 2:30-4pm
Good Start Program, Part I
Audience: Newly Diagnosed (within the past three years)
Description: The speakers will provide up to date information on diagnosis, medication management and treatment options. This is part one of a two-part series. If you register for this series, please plan to attend part two on August 17.
Multiple speakers
Host: APDA Virginia Chapter
This program may be recorded and posted to the APDA Virginia Chapter YouTube channel
Thursday, August 10, 3pm
Balancing Act: Marriage, Children, and Work-Life with YOPD
Audience: Young-onset PD
Description: Speakers will discuss how they coped with Jimmy’s diagnosis of PD at the age of 27, both individually and as a couple, the challenges the diagnoses created in their marriage and how they navigated those, as well as how they have managed to balance work, marriage, and parenting while dealing with symptoms. The first of a series on Young Onset Parkinson’s Disease (YOPD).
Speakers:
Jimmy Choi, person with PD
Cherryl Choi, Jimmy’s wife
Host: PMD Alliance
The webinar recording may be posted to the PMD Alliance YouTube channel
Friday, August 11, 10:30am-12pm
Maximizing Care [in PD]
Description: The first speaker will discuss building your care team. The second speaker will discuss maximizing your clinic visits.
Speakers:
Adriana Gonzalez, MSW, UC San Diego
Kathy Huynh, NP-C, UC San Diego
Host: UC San Diego (UCSD) Dept. of Neurosciences
A recording of the webinar will be posted to the UCSD Dept. of Neurosciences Community Symposium webpage
Wednesday, August 15, 12pm
A Positive Approach to Care
Description: The speaker will discuss why filling the day with meaning will change your life, whether you are a person with Parkinson’s disease (PD) or a care partner to someone with PD or dementia. Her “Positive Approach to Care: philosophy will teach you how to effectively support those living with brain change so that everyone’s experiences are enhanced.
Speaker: Teepa Snow, MS, OTR/L
Host: PMD Alliance
The webinar recording may be posted to the PMD Alliance YouTube channel
Wednesday, August 15, 1pm
Young-Onset Parkinson’s Disease: Caring for Others
Audience: Young-onset PD
Description: A social worker will talk about caring for yourself while living with PD as well as caring for others, setting boundaries, and how to find resources. There will be a Q&A session with the speaker followed by the opportunity to continue the discussion with others in the young onset community via breakout rooms. Part of the Young-Onset Parkinson’s Disease Webinar Series.
Speaker: Joan Hlas, LISW, Struthers Parkinson’s Center, Minneapolis
Host: Parkinson’s Foundation (PF)
A recording of the webinar will be posted to the PF YouTube channel
Tuesday, August 15, 7pm
World Parkinson’s Congress (WPC) Recap
Audience: People with young onset PD (and their partners)
Description: The speakers will share their key takeaways, “ah-ha” moments, and experiences from this event. They will also share specific learnings around topics and issues most relevant to our community. Additionally, a representative from Allsup will explain how Allsup can help you get the Social Security Disability Insurance benefits you qualify for and provide an update on disability insurance (SSDI).
Speakers:
Robert Cochrane, YOPN Board Member
Panel of YOPN members who attended WPC
TJ Geist, Allsup
Host: Young Onset Parkinson’s Network (YOPN)
A recording of the webinar will be posted to the Past Events section of the YOPN Events webpage
Wednesday, August 16, 10am
Invisible Symptoms: Non-Motor Symptoms
Description: A movement disorder specialist will provide an overview of non-motor symptoms that can be related to PD and how to communicate these symptoms to your medical team to improve your medical care. She will also discuss ways to improve care coordination and communication across your team of medical providers. Part of the Wellness Wednesdays: Palliative Care Series.
Speaker: Christina Vaughan, MD, MHS, University of Colorado, Anschutz Medical Campus, Aurora
Host: Parkinson’s Foundation (PF)
A recording of the webinar will be posted to the PF YouTube channel in the Wellness Wednesday playlist
miércoles, 16 de agosto, 3pm
Éxitos y fracasos de la Estimulación Cerebral Profunda
Descripción: Conozca qué se requiere para calificar para la estimulación cerebral profunda (ECP), qué mejoras que notan los pacientes después del tratamiento ECP, y ¿qué sucede si las PAE no funcionan? Una persona con Parkinson compartirá su experiencia, que es muy independiente de las opiniones de otras personas.
Oradoras:
Juan Ramírez-Castañeda, MD, University of Texas Health, San Antonio
Sabela Avión, persona con Parkinson
Anfitriona: PMD Alliance
La grabación del seminario web se puede publicar en el canal de YouTube de PMD Alliance
Thursday, August 17, 2:30-4pm
Good Start Program, Part II
Audience: Newly Diagnosed (within the past three years)
Description: The speaker will provide up to date information on diagnosis, medication management and treatment options. This is part two of a two-part series. (Part one is on August 10.)
Multiple speakers
Host: APDA Virginia Chapter
This program may be recorded and posted to the APDA Virginia Chapter YouTube channel
Friday, August 18, 11am
Navigating Hospitalization with Parkinson’s
Description: A movement disorder specialist will discuss how best to navigate a hospitalization with PD. Part of the “Let’s Talk Parkinson’s” series.
Moderator: Stephen Rubin, PCLA Board Member
Speaker: Adrienne Keener, MD, UCLA and West Los Angeles VA PADRECC (Parkinson’s Disease Research Education and Clinical Center)
Host: Parkinson’s Community Los Angeles (PCLA)
A recording of the webinar will be posted to the PCLA YouTube channel
Wednesday, August 23, 12pm
Urinary Dysfunction & Parkinson’s Disease
Description: A professor of urology and obstetrics and gynecology will answer questions and offer tips to help you improve urinary frequency, urgency, leakage, and incontinence brought on by changes to the autonomic nervous system with PD. This is part of the APDA’s “Dr. Gilbert Hosts” webinar series.
Moderator: Rebecca Gilbert, MD, PhD, APDA Chief Scientific Officer
Speaker: Victor Nitti, MD, UCLA Health
Host: American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA)
A recording of the webinar will be posted to the APDA YouTube channel in the Dr. Gilbert Hosts playlist
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Wednesday, August 23, 1pm
Nutrition & Parkinson’s
Description: A registered dietician will discuss general nutrition guidelines as well as information on nutrition-related concerns specific to PD.
Speaker: Michelle Richardson, RD
Host: Parkinson Association of the Rockies (PAR)
A recording of the webinar will be posted to the PAR YouTube channel
Friday, August 25, 10am
Women’s Parkinson’s Project
Description: The Women’s Parkinson’s Project was created to help amplify the voices of women everywhere — to demand better treatment and research for women living with PD. Meet the founders in this panel discussion. Part of the “Let’s Talk Parkinson’s” series.
Panelists:
Richelle Flanagan
Kat Hill
Sree Srirapathy
Host: Parkinson’s Community Los Angeles (PCLA)
A recording of the webinar will be posted to the PCLA YouTube channel
Sunday, August 27, 10am
HerStory, an Opera Film
Description: HerStory is a 30-minute opera film featuring performances and artwork of 85 people living with PD. The speaker will lead a discussion about the making of the film. For more info go to www.coherearts.org.
Speaker: Amy Mallet, PhD, Artistic Director, Cohere Arts
Host: Twitchy Woman
The webinar recording will be posted to the Events page of the Twitchy Woman website
Thursday, August 31, 1pm
Veterans and Parkinson’s – Managing Anxiety, Depression, and Apathy
Description: This program will provide strategies for coping with mood changes, including anxiety, depression, and apathy. Strategies for talking about mood changes with healthcare providers or loved ones will also be shared.
Speaker: Megan Gomez, PhD, Tibor Rubin Medical Center, Long Beach
Host: Parkinson’s Foundation (PF)
A recording of the webinar will be posted to the PF YouTube channel