Every month, Stanford Parkinson’s Community Outreach produces a list of Parkinson’s-related webinars and virtual meetings with speakers. Here’s our April 2025 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.
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 April 2025.
Tuesday, April 1, 10am
A Lesson in Parkinson’s History
Description: Parkinson’s has been around for more than 200 years, but what do we know about its history? For Parkinson’s Awareness Month, the speaker will address James Parkinson and the evolution of understanding and treatment of the disorder named in recognition of his early work.
Speaker: Joseph Imbs, DO, Houston Methodist, movement disorders specialist
Host: Independent Parkinson’s Network (IPN)
We have no information about recording this event.
Tuesday, April 1, 6:30pm
Parkinson’s 101
Audience: Newly Diagnosed
Description: A discussion of what Parkinson’s is, how it is treated, and how to proactively manage it.
Speakers:
Libby Kennard, program lead, Parkinson’s Resources of Oregon
Mike Mulligan, community health education coordinator, Parkinson’s Resources of Oregon
Host: Parkinson’s Resources of Oregon (PRO)
The recording may be posted on the Parkinson’s Resources of Oregon YouTube channel
Wednesday, April 2, 3-5pm
PD101 – Exercise & Building Your Team
Audience: Newly Diagnosed
Description: The speaker will discuss research supporting exercise as a form of medication for PD. Part three of a three-part series.
Speaker: Delisa Novak, personal trainer, 212 Degrees Fitness, Littleton, CO
Host: Parkinson Association of the Rockies (PAR)
We have no information about recording this event.
Sunday, April 6, 9am-12:30pm
Parkinson’s Symposium
Description: Hear about current and upcoming treatments, ongoing research, and resources available in your community to help you live your best life with Parkinson’s.
Speakers:
Matthew Moore, MFA, Parkinson’s activist, actor, playwright
Kelly Andrzejewski, DO, PhD, UBMD Neurology
Assaf Berger, MD, UBMD Physicians’ Group
Allison Dilliott, PhD, Genomics Lead
Host: Parkinson’s Foundation (PF) New York Chapter
We have no information about recording this event.
Monday, April 7, 10am
Ask A Movement Disorder Specialist
No Description Available
Speaker: Mark Baron, MD, Richmond VA PADRECC
Host: Philadelphia & Richmond Veterans Administration (VA) Parkinson’s Disease Research, Education and Clinical Center (PADRECC)
At the meeting time, use this link to join
Meeting ID: 227 305 847 316
Passcode: TXmDJU
Telephone: 872-701-0185 (ID: 666 709 920#)
Questions? Contact Jessica Kaplan, jessica.kaplan2@va.gov, phone 804-675-5931, Philadelphia & Richmond VA
We have no information about the recording of this event.
Monday, April 7, 12pm
Topic Unknown
No description available at the time this list was prepared. This webinar is part of the “Everything Parkinson’s” monthly series. The topic may not be specific to PD, though the host organization is PD-focused.
Host: Pacific Movement Disorders Center, Pacific Neuroscience Institute (PNI), Santa Monica, CA
At the meeting time, use the link to join
Webinar ID: 821 8048 1494
Telephone: 669-900-6833
Questions? Contact Giselle Tamula, giselle.tamula@providence.org, phone 310-582-7433
The recording will be posted on the Movement Disorders section of the PNI Health and Wellness webinars page
Monday, April 7, 2:30pm
Falls, Balance, and Parkinson’s Disease
Description: Hear from a researcher focused on the use of technologies to characterize and treat mobility impairments, such as freezing of gait, in people with Parkinson’s disease.
Speaker: Martina Mancini, PhD, bioengineer, OHSU Balance Disorders Lab, Portland, OR
Host: PD-Connect, Corte Madera, CA
The recording will be posted to the PD-Connect YouTube channel
Wednesday, April 9, 10am
The Latest Advances in Parkinson’s Research and Treatment
Description: An in-depth look at the current medication pipeline, highlighting new therapies and their potential impact on symptom management. Learn how to identify and participate in relevant clinical studies and stay informed on cutting-edge PD research. Part of the Wellness Wednesday webinar series.
Speaker: Kevin McFarthing, PhD, Parkinson’s research advocate, Oxford, UK
Host: Parkinson’s Foundation (PF)
The recording may be posted to the Wellness Wednesday playlist of the PF YouTube channel
Wednesday, April 9, 10am
Understanding Deep Brain Stimulation and MRI Guided Focused Ultrasound (HIFU)
Description: Learn about DBS as a treatment option for Parkinson’s disease, essential tremor and dystonia and HIFU as a treatment for essential tremor.
Speaker: Katherine Baich-Colon, RN, BSN, Hartford neurosurgery nurse navigator
Host: Hartford Healthcare, Bridgeport, CT
This webinar is offered monthly and is not recorded.
Wednesday, April 9, 12pm
Meal Planning for PD
Description: The speaker will discuss how to plan and create healthy meals that are delicious and nutritious while taking into account issues specific to Parkinson’s Disease, like medication schedules, dysphagia, and other PD symptoms.
Speaker: Kelly Morrow, MS, RDN, registered dietitian
Host: Brian Grant Foundation (BGF)
The recording will be posted to the BGF YouTube channel
Thursday-Friday, April 10-11, 4pm-1:30am PT
2025 Insight Into Parkinson’s
Description: A variety of leading experts and advocates from the PD community will discuss the latest research, treatments and strategies to live well with Parkinson’s.
Multiple speakers
Hosts:
PD Warrior, New South Wales, Australia
Cure Parkinson’s, United Kingdom
In This Together Parkinson’s, New South Wales, Australia
Program, Speakers, and Registration webpage
The recording may be posted to the Cure Parkinson’s YouTube channel
Saturday, April 12, 7am
Take Control of Parkinson’s
Description: Learn from a movement disorder specialist how medication can improve PD symptoms, motor fluctuations, and quality of life. The speaker will also discuss an easy-to-follow template for interacting with your movement disorder specialist.
Speaker: Evan Gray, DO, Integrated Neurology Services, Alexandria and Lorton, VA
Host: Parkinson Social Network (PSN)
The recording will be posted to the PSN YouTube channel
Monday, April 14, 12:30am
A new Parkinson’s test – Hope or Hype
Description: The speaker will discuss the potential benefits and limitations of the alpha-synuclein seed amplification assay (αSyn-SAA).
Speaker: Alberto Espay, MD, University of Cincinnati, movement disorders specialist
Host: No Silver Bullet 4 PD, United Kingdom
A recording may be posted to the No Silver Bullet 4 PD YouTube channel
Tuesday, April 15, 8am
Drug Development as a Progression Through Stages: a Patient-Centric Approach to Progress
Description: A researcher discusses the drug development process for PD medications and how patient feedback guides research. Part two of the six-part World Parkinson Coalition (WPC) Research Spotlight 2025 Series.
Moderator: Roger Barker, PhD, Cambridge University Hospitals
Speaker: Andrew Siderowf, MD, Penn Perelman School of Medicine
Host: World Parkinson Coalition (WPC)
The recording will be posted to the WPC YouTube channel
Tuesday, April 15, 12pm
Proactive Brain Health: How Exercise Increases Brain Adaptability
Description: The speaker will discuss the evidence of exercise effects on motor and cognitive outcomes in PD and studies that show evidence of exercise-induced neuroplasticity, the brain’s ability to change and adapt with experience.
Speaker: Giselle Petzinger, MD, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA
Host: PMD Alliance
The recording may be posted to the PMD Alliance YouTube channel
Wednesday, April 16, 10am
Navigating the Road Ahead: Understanding Driving and Parkinson’s
Description: Participants will gain insights into how Parkinson’s can impact driving skills, explore options for assessing driving abilities, and learn about practical approaches to planning for the future. Part of the Wellness Wednesday webinar series.
Speaker: Margaret O’Connor, PhD, ABPP, Harvard Medical School
Host: Parkinson’s Foundation (PF)
The recording may be posted to the Wellness Wednesday playlist of the PF YouTube channel
Wednesday, April 16, 6pm
Parkinson’s 101: Understanding the Disease, Treatments & Care
Audience: Newly Diagnosed
Description: The speaker will break down what Parkinson’s disease is, how it impacts the brain and body, and the latest advancements in treatment and care.
Speaker: Omesh Kulkarni, MD, movement disorders specialist, Nanaimo, British Columbia
Host: Parkinson Society British Columbia (PSBC)
The recording (but not the Q&A) may be posted to the PSBC YouTube channel
Thursday, April 17, 9-10:30am
How Do You Feel With Parkinson’s? A Special Edition Webinar on Emotions
Description: Perspectives and tips about emotions and PD. Part of the Third Thursday webinar series.
Multiple speakers, including people living with PD and a medical expert
Host: Michael J. Fox Foundation (MJFF)
The recording is available on the MJFF YouTube channel
Thursday, April 17, 1pm
Lewy Body Dementia: Future Directions
Description: The speaker will provide a short overview of Lewy body dementia (LBD) before discussing recent research findings and future research that may affect treatment of those with LBD, which is an umbrella term that includes Parkinson’s Disease Dementia and Dementia with Lewy Bodies.
Moderator: Linda Higueras, Brain Support Network, former LBD caregiver
Speaker: Carla Abdelnour, MD, movement disorders specialist, Stanford
Hosts:
Stanford APDA Information & Referral Center
Brain Support Network
At the meeting time, use this link to enter the meeting ID and passcode
Or join by phone: 833-302-1536
Meeting ID: 936 5556 5868
Passcode: 071420
The recording will be posted to the Stanford APDA YouTube channel
Friday, April 18, 10am
Emerging Therapies 2025
Description: The speakers will discuss emerging therapies and medications being studied to treat Parkinson’s, such as Crexont, Vyalev, aDBS, and Onapgo.
Speakers:
Soania Mathur, MD (ret), Parkinson’s advocate, person with YOPD
Michael Okun, MD, movement disorder specialist, University of Florida
Host: Davis Phinney Foundation (DPF)
The recording may be posted to the DPF YouTube channel
Monday, April 21, 11am-1pm
Parkinson’s Disease 101
Audience: Newly Diagnosed
Description: Explore Parkinson’s symptoms, treatment options, and expert care available at the VA.
Speakers:
Jessica Lehosit, DO, Southeast PADRECC
Sarah Berman, MD, PhD, Philadelphia PADRECC
Host: Philadelphia & Southeast Veterans Administration (VA) Parkinson’s Disease Research, Education and Clinical Center (PADRECC)
At the meeting time, use this link to join
Meeting ID: 215 564 940 931
Passcode: Wz9oK9zS
Telephone: 872-701-0185 (ID: 467 842 582#)
Questions or to receive a link via email? Contact Gretchen Glenn, gretchenglenn@va.gov
We have no information about the recording of this event.
Miércoles, 23 de abril, 10am
EP 101: lo que usted y su familia deben saber
Descripción: Aprender acerca de las causas, los síntomas y el manejo de la enfermedad de Parkinson, así como la participación en investigaciones. Parte de la serie de seminarios web del Miércoles de Bienestar.
Presentadora: Elsa Rodarte Rascon, MD, UT Health Houston
Anfitriona: Parkinson’s Foundation (PF)
La grabación se publicará en la lista de reproducción del Miércoles de Bienestar en el canal de YouTube de PF
Thursday, April 24, 9-10:15am
Meeting Parkinson’s as a Teenager: How to Navigate Your Parent’s Diagnosis
Audience: Children growing up with a parent with PD and those who are interested in understanding how children navigate Parkinson’s
Description: A deep dive into what it means for a teenager to “meet” PD during this vulnerable age. Teens will share how they navigate the experience, how their relationship with their parent with PD has changed over the years, and the most useful resources, as well as tips for teens and for parents trying to support their teenager(s).
Moderator: Miriam Parry, RN, PDNS (UK)
Panelists:
Mimi Thomas (UK/ Nigeria)
Nastassia Donoho (USA)
Colin O’Connor (USA)
Abbas Syed Mohammed Ali (UK)
Host: World Parkinson Coalition (WPC)
A recording will be posted to the WPC website
Thursday, April 24, 5:30-7pm
Movement and Voice Strategies for Wellness
Description: Learn about the benefits of Yoga, Tai Chi and Singing for Parkinson’s from PD Active instructors, and try them at home.
Speakers:
Vickie Russell-Bell (Yoga)
Otto Dittmer (Tai Chi)
Lauren Carley (Tremolos Choir)
Host: PD Active, Berkeley, CA
A recording may be posted to the PD Active YouTube channel
Friday, April 25, 8am-12pm
Minnesota Spring Parkinson’s Symposium 2025
Description: Hear about ongoing research, current treatments, and resources available to help you live your best life with Parkinson’s.
Speakers:
Natalie Heinrich, PharmD, Minnesota Health, Fairview, MN
Kevin Webb-Kay, MD, Struthers Parkinson’s Center, Minneapolis, MN
Michael Howell, MD, Minnesota Health, Fairview, MN
Hosts:
American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA)
Parkinson’s Foundation (PF)
University of Minnesota Medical School
Agenda and Registration webpage:
We have no information about recording this event.
Wednesday, April 26, 11am-2pm
Parkinson’s Symposium: Learn More. Live Better.
Description: Speakers will cover common PD medications, benefits, potential side effects, and the need for adjustments over time. They will emphasize the importance of a well-rounded care plan that includes exercise and social engagement to combat isolation.
Speakers:
Danny Bega, MD, Northwestern Medicine, Evanston, IL
Katie Fagan, MSW, LCSW, Northwestern Medicine, Evanston, IL
Adam Burns, PT, Shirley Ryan AbilityLab Outpatient Center, Burr Ridge, IL
Host: Parkinson’s Foundation (PF)
We have no information about recording this event.
Sunday, April 27, 10am
Mime, Music and Art
Audience: Women with PD
Description: Learn a little mime, dance to the music and discover how Barbara is changing the look of Parkinson’s through Art.
Speaker: Barbara Salsberg Mathews, artist, mime, and person with PD
Host: Twitchy Woman
The recording will be posted to the Events page of the Twitchy Woman website
Monday, April 28, 2:30-3:50pm
Women Veterans with PD, Part II
Audience: Women Veterans with PD and women with PD
Description: Differences women face with Parkinson’s Disease.
Speaker: Adrienne Keener, MD, UCLA and VA PADRECC
Host: Philadelphia & Richmond Veterans Administration (VA) Parkinson’s Disease Research, Education and Clinical Center (PADRECC)
At the meeting time, use this link to enter the meeting ID and passcode
Meeting ID: 227 305 847 316
Passcode: TXmDJU
Or join by phone: 872-701-0185 (ID: 666 709 920#)
Questions? Contact Jessica Kaplan, Philadelphia & Richmond VA, jessica.kaplan2@va.gov, phone 804-675-5931
We have no information about the recording of this event.
Tuesday, April 29, 11:30am
YOPD: Empowered Not Overwhelmed
Audience: Young Onset
Description: A discussion on how to focus on the resources that matter most to you, when you need them, and in a way that works best for you.
Host: Parkinson Association of the Rockies (PAR)
A recording may be posted to the Parkinson Rockies YouTube channel
Tuesday, April 29, 4pm
Depression and Anxiety with Parkinson’s
Description: Part of the Conversations with a Doc quarterly speaker series.
Speaker: Justin Marcello, MD, Christiana Care Health System, Newark, DE
Host: Maryland Association for Parkinson Support (MAPS)
The recording will be posted to the MAPS YouTube channel
Tuesday, April 29, 5:30-7pm
Dance and Movement for Connection and Joy
Description: Learn about the benefits of Zumba and PD Fit Club for Parkinson’s from PD Active instructors, and try them at home.
Speakers:
Andreina Febres (Zumba)
Petra Fibrichova (PD Fit Club and Chair Yoga)
Host: PD Active, Berkeley, CA
A recording may be posted to the PD Active YouTube channel
Wednesday, April 30, 10am
PD GENEration: Advancing Research, Empowering Lives
Description: The speaker will provide an overview of the PD GENEration study, including its mission and the progress made so far. A participant will discuss the future of PD GENEration, featuring their personal stories and the actions they have taken based on their genetic results. Part of the Wellness Wednesday webinar series.
Speakers: James Beck, PhD, Chief Scientific Officer, Parkinson’s Foundation
Panel of participants
Host: Parkinson’s Foundation (PF)
The recording may be posted to the Wellness Wednesday playlist of the PF YouTube channel
Miércoles, 30 de abril, 1pm
La enfermedad de Parkinson está en aumento: Estrategias para enfrentar el futuro
Descripción: Según un estudio publicado en la revista médica BMJ, se estima que para el año 2050 habrá 25,2 millones de personas viviendo con esta enfermedad en todo el mundo. ¿Qué podemos hacer para modificar el curso de la enfermedad y mejorar la calidad de vida de la población?
Presentadora: Hiral Shah, MD, Columbia Neurology, New York City, NY
Anfitriona: PMD Alliance
La grabación se publicará en el canal de YouTube de PMD Alliance