Every month, Stanford Parkinson’s Community Outreach produces a list of Parkinson’s-related webinars and virtual meetings with speakers. Here’s our May 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 May 2025.
Monday, May 5, 10am
Voiding Dysfunction as it Relates to Incontinence and Constipation
No Description Available
Speaker: Megan Wiley, DPT, New Heights Physical Therapy, Hartland, WI
Host: Philadelphia & Richmond Veterans Administration (VA) Parkinson’s Disease Research, Education and Clinical Center (PADRECC)
At the meeting time, use the link to join
Meeting ID: 227 305 847 316
Passcode: TXmDJU
Telephone: 872-701-0185 (ID: 666 709 920#)
Questions? Contact Jessica Kaplan, phone 804-675-5931, Philadelphia & Richmond VA
We have no information about the recording of this event.
Monday, May 5, 12pm
Topic Unknown
No description available at the time this list was prepared. The topic may not be specific to PD, though the host organization is PD-focused. This webinar is part of the “Everything Parkinson’s” monthly series.
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, May 5, 2:30pm
Hope or Hype? How to Look Beyond the Headlines Reporting PD “Breakthroughs”
Description: The speaker will navigate and decipher through all the news out there about PD research and breakthroughs.
Speaker: Karen G. Raphael, PhD, professor emerita, New York University
Host: PD-Connect, Corte Madera, CA
The recording will be posted to the PD-Connect YouTube channel
Tuesday, May 6, 12pm
Focused Ultrasound for Parkinson’s and Essential Tremor
Description: Learn how patient eligibility is determined, what areas are targeted for treatment, and get a neurosurgeon’s perspective on focused ultrasound for PD and ET.
Speakers:
Michael G. Kaplitt, MD, PhD, New York Presbyterian Hospital
Paul S. Fishman, MD, PhD, University of Maryland School of Medicine
Host: PMD Alliance
The recording may be posted to the PMD Alliance YouTube channel
Wednesday, May 7, 9am
The Latest Updates in Parkinson’s Exercise Research
Description: The speaker will share insights from decades of research focused on the benefits of exercise for people with Parkinson’s, explore the latest findings in PD exercise science, and offer practical takeaways for incorporating effective movement strategies into everyday life.
Speaker: Daniel Corcos, PhD, Northwestern University, Evanston, IL
Host: Davis Phinney Foundation (DPF)
The recording may be posted to the DPF YouTube channel
Wednesday, May 7, 10am
Parkinson’s 101
Description: An introduction and basic overview of Parkinson’s disease (PD), including causes, common symptoms, available treatments and effective strategies for managing them. Learn practical daily living tips to empower you to take charge of your health and navigate the challenges of living with PD. Part of the Wellness Wednesday webinar series.
Speaker: Aditya Vikram Boddu, MD, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
Host: Parkinson’s Foundation (PF)
The recording may be posted to the Wellness Wednesday playlist of the PF YouTube channel
Wednesday, May 7, noon
From Exhausted to Empowered: Fatigue in Movement Disorders
Description: The speaker will discuss types of fatigue, factors that contribute to fatigue, and the impact of fatigue on daily life before sharing strategies for fighting fatigue with occupational therapy and helping you create an action plan.
Speaker: Whitney Henderson, OT, University of Missouri-Columbia
Host: PMD Alliance
The recording may be posted to the PMD Alliance YouTube channel
Thursday, May 8, 11am
Lifestyle Factors that Impact Brain Function
Note: This is part one of a four-part series (four Thursdays in May, 11am). Please attend all four sessions. This is not meant to be a drop-in program as info in each class will build upon the other.
Description: The speaker will discuss how lifestyle factors that include sleep, diet, and exercise are important for good brain health. Attendees will learn specific strategies to monitor and modify one area of your lifestyle that needs improvement. Part one of a four-part cognitive fitness webinar series. And part of the “Beyond Medication Wellness Series.”
Speaker: Jessica Aubin, SLP, Aubin Aphasia Speech & Language Center, Bainbridge Island, WA
Host: APDA Northwest (APDA NW)
The webinar recording will be posted to the APDA NW YouTube channel in the Beyond Medication playlist
Friday, May 9, 7-11:30am
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:
Joy Antonelle de Marcaida, MD, Hartford HealthCare, Hartford, CT
Anna DePold Hohler, MD, St. Elizabeth’s/Boston Medical Center Health System
David K. Simon, MD, PhD, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Boston
Anas Hannoun, MD, Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center, Lebanon, NH
Host: Parkinson’s Foundation (PF) New England Chapter
We have no information about recording this event.
Monday, May 12, 7am
Inflammation and Parkinson’s – What We Can do About it
Description: The speaker will share her insights on the latest research and what we can do to combat inflammation in relation to Parkinson’s.
Speaker: Malu Tansey, PhD, University of Florida
Host: No Silver Bullet 4 PD, United Kingdom
A recording may be posted to the No Silver Bullet 4 PD YouTube channel
Tuesday, May 13, 7am
Modifying Your Home: Low Cost to Remodeling
Description: The speaker will highlight both low cost and remodeling ideas for the home to help improve accessibility, independence and decrease fall risk. Recommendations discussed will include equipment and technology.
Speaker: Tori Goldhammer, MS, OT, Living at Home Consultations, Washington, DC
Host: Parkinson Social Network (PSN)
The webinar recording will be posted to the PSN YouTube channel.
Tuesday, May 13, 4pm
Getting Real About Depression, Anxiety, and Apathy with YOPD
Audience: Young Onset
Description: The speakers will share their personal stories about mental wellness and YOPD and share tips for getting through the tough times. Learn how you can help dispel the stigma around the psychosocial effects of YOPD.
Speakers:
Melissa LIvingston, creator of #ParkinsonsLooksLikeMe, author, podcaster
Esther Labib-Kiyarash, MSHA, Parkinson’s Foundation ambassador
Host: Young Onset Parkinson’s Network (YOPN)
The webinar recording will be posted to the YOPN website
Wednesday, May 14, 10am
Expert Briefing: Managing Nighttime Interruptions in Parkinson’s Disease
Description: The speaker will explore prevalent nighttime interruptions – Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS), REM Sleep Behavior Disorder (RBD), and insomnia – that can affect individuals with PD and their care partners. This session will provide an in-depth look at the causes, symptoms, and practical management strategies for these sleep disorders. Part of the “Wellness Wednesday” webinar series.
Speaker: Roneil G. Malkani, MD, Northwestern School of Medicine, Evanston, IL
Host: Parkinson’s Foundation (PF)
The recording may be posted to the Wellness Wednesday playlist of the PF YouTube channel
Wednesday, May 14, 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, May 14, 11am
Working with Parkinson’s
Description: Panelists will explore how Parkinson’s can impact your ability to work and share strategies for disclosing PD to employers and colleagues, as well as share tips for balancing work, health, and personal life. Part of the “Unlocking Strength Within” webinar series.
Moderator: Anushka Shiell, director of programs and services, American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA)
Panelists:
Keith Fritz, person with Parkinson’s
Sharon Gillardi, person with Parkinson’s
Luis Torrez, Jr., person with Parkinson’s
Host: American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA)
The webinar recording will be posted to the APDA YouTube channel in the Unlocking Strength Within playlist
Wednesday, May 14, noon
Proactive Brain Health – GI Issues in Parkinson’s: From Prodromal to Progressive Disease
Description: The speaker will explore common gastrointestinal (GI) issues that occur in people who are in the prodromal phase, during which there are early indications someone could develop PD. She will discuss what role inflammation, environmental toxins, and infections may have in the development of PD, the gut-brain axis and how the body’s microbiome can impact the development and progression of PD, and future PD diagnostics and treatment strategies targeting the gut.
Speaker: Delaram Safarpour, MD, Oregon Health & Science University
Host: PMD Alliance
The recording may be posted to the PMD Alliance YouTube channel
Wednesday, May 14, noon
Hearing Loss and Parkinson’s
Description: The speakers were recently published in JAMA Neurology, examining whether hearing loss could be a potential risk factor for people PD. They will present their findings and discuss hearing and Parkinson’s.
Speakers:
Lee Neilson, MD, Oregon Health & Science University, Portland, OR
Kelly Reavis, PhD, MPH, Oregon Health & Science University
Host: Brian Grant Foundation (BGF)
The recording will be posted to the BGF YouTube channel
Miércoles, 14 de mayo, 1pm
La soledad afecta la estructura y función del cerebro
Descripción: La soledad tiene profundos y variados efectos negativos en el cerebro. En esta charla, hablaremos sobre cómo se siente la soledad, la epidemia de la soledad, cómo nuestros pensamientos la afectan y cómo abordarla y promover conexiones sociales saludables para mejorar la salud mental y física.
Presentadora: Karen Torres, PsyD, University of Washington Medicine, Seattle, WA
Anfitriona: PMD Alliance
La grabación se publicará en el canal de YouTube de PMD Alliance
Thursday, May 15, 6-9am
The Latest on Cell Replacement Therapies for Parkinson’s
Description: Hear from and ask questions of researchers working on cell replacement therapies for Parkinson’s.
Speakers:
Agnete Kirkeby, PhD, Lund University
Roger Barker, PhD, Cambridge University
Host: Cure Parkinson’s, UK
Program, Speakers, and Registration webpage
The recording may be posted to the Cure Parkinson’s YouTube channel.
Thursday, May 15, 9am
Changing the Narrative: Destigmatizing Parkinson’s Disease
Description: Expert panelists will discuss how some public sentiments about PD have affected their lives and how advocates and activists are reshaping the narrative. 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 webinar recording will be posted to the MJFF YouTube channel
Thursday, May 15, 11am
5 Keys to PD
Description: Learn strengthening exercises that help reduce PD symptoms and better maintain balance. Part of the “Meet the Experts” webinar series.
Speaker: Nate Coomer, DPT, Parkinson’s Fitness Project
Host: Northwest Parkinson’s Foundation (NWPF)
The webinar recording will be posted to the MJFF YouTube channel
Thursday, May 15, 11am
Executive Functioning
Note: This is part two of a four-part series (four Thursdays in May, 11am). Please attend all four sessions. This is not meant to be a drop-in program as info in each class will build upon the other.
Description: Attendees will learn about executive functioning and strategies to help you plan, make decisions, think flexibility, and initiate tasks. This is part two of a four-part cognitive fitness webinar series. And part of the “Beyond Medication Wellness Series.”
Speaker: Jessica Aubin, SLP, Aubin Aphasia Speech & Language Center, Bainbridge Island, WA
Host: APDA Northwest (APDA NW)
The webinar recording will be posted to the APDA NW YouTube channel in the Beyond Medication playlist
Sunday, May 18, 7am-noon
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:
Justin P. Martello, MD, Christiana Care Health System, Newark, DE
Kyurim Kang, PhD, LPMT, NMT, Johns Hopkins Center for Music and Medicine
Azaria Norris, NASM CPT, Age Well Senior Fitness
Host: Parkinson’s Foundation (PF) Mid-Atlantic Chapter
We have no information about recording this event.
Sunday, May 18, 10am
A Comedian’s Look at Life with Parkinson’s
Description: Sharon’s guest is a former Elementary School teacher, turned comedian, who was diagnosed with Parkinson’s 8 years ago. He was emcee at the Ice House in Pasadena for 27 years. While there he met and toured with Arsenio Hall, George Lopez, Brad Garrett and others.
Speaker: Jimmy Burns, person with Parkinson’s
Host: Twitchy Woman
The recording will be posted to the Events page of the Twitchy Woman website
Wednesday, May 21, 10am
Taking Charge: Strategies for Meaningful Healthcare Visits
Description: This program will encourage individuals living with PD to take charge of their care by providing strategies for effective communication and self-advocacy before, during and after healthcare visits. Additionally, learn about tools and resources from the Parkinson’s Foundation to support their journey. Part of the “Wellness Wednesday” webinar series.
Speakers:
Taylor Rush, PhD, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH
Kathleen Blake, MD, MPH, vice chair, Parkinson’s Foundation People with Parkinson’s Advisory Council
Muhammad Mahdi Nashatizadeh, MD, University of Kansas School of Medicine, Kansas City, KS
Host: Parkinson’s Foundation (PF)
The recording may be posted to the Wellness Wednesday playlist of the PF YouTube channel
Wednesday, May 21, 12:30pm
Finding our Footing Again: the Changing Roles of [PD] Care Partners
Audience: Parkinson’s caregivers
Description: The speaker will explore the changing roles of care partners and the emotional and practical implications of these changes. Practical take-away tools for navigating change will be provided.
Speaker: Rebecca Higgins, MSW
Host: Parkinson Canada
The webinar recording may be posted to the Parkinson Canada YouTube channel
Thursday, May 22, 11am
Mood and Brain Function
Note: This is part three of a four-part series (four Thursdays in May, 11am). Please attend all four sessions. This is not meant to be a drop-in program as info in each class will build upon the other.
Description: The speaker will discuss depression, apathy, and anxiety, as well as strategies to combat them so they don’t interfere with the desire to exercise, eat healthy, and sleep. This is part three of a four-part cognitive fitness webinar series. And part of the “Beyond Medication Wellness Series.”
Speaker: Jessica Aubin, SLP, Aubin Aphasia Speech & Language Center, Bainbridge Island, WA
Host: APDA Northwest (APDA NW)
The webinar recording will be posted to the APDA NW YouTube channel in the Beyond Medication playlist
Thursday, May 22, 11:30am-1pm
Staying Active as a Veteran with Parkinson’s
Audience: Veterans
Description: Speakers will address how staying active can positively impact physical symptoms, mood, and overall health. Participants will learn about the benefits of exercise, discover strategies to stay active beyond traditional workouts, and explore meaningful activities that bring joy and purpose.
Speakers:
Hillari Olson, DPT, LSVT BIG®, PWR! Moves® Certified Clinician
Emily Hall, LCSW, Central Virginia VA Healthcare System
Konner Kielman, OTD, OTR/L
Host: Parkinson’s Foundation
The webinar recording may be posted to the PF YouTube channel
Thursday, May 22, noon
Does Parkinson’s Begin in the Gut? Rethinking the Origins of the Disease
Description: The speaker will examine how early signs of Parkinson’s may originate in the gastrointestinal system and spread to the brain via the vagus nerve. He’ll also discuss the implications for earlier detection, preventative strategies, and more personalized treatments. Part one of the “Global Symposium” webinar series.
Speaker: Per Borghammer, MD, PhD, Aarhus University, Denmark
Host: Parkinson Society British Columbia (PSBC)
The recording may be posted to the PSBC YouTube channel
Monday, May 26, 1pm
Our Environment and Parkinson’s – Uncovering Hidden Risk Factors
Description: The speaker will unpack the evidence linking pesticides, air pollution, and occupational toxins to increased Parkinson’s risk. She will also discuss how these factors may interact with genetic susceptibility, and what this means for prevention, advocacy, and public health policy. Part two of the “Global Symposium” webinar series.
Speaker: Carlie Tanner, MD, PhD, UCSF
Host: Parkinson Society British Columbia (PSBC)
The recording may be posted to the PSBC YouTube channel
Wednesday, May 28, 9am
Parkinson’s and Sexuality
Description: The speaker offers compassionate, informed insight into navigating connection, desire, and identity with Parkinson’s.
Speaker: Allison Hauser, RMHCI, mental health counselor intern
Host: Neuro Challenge, Sarasota, FL
The webinar recording may be posted to the Neuro Challenge YouTube channel
Miércoles, 28 de mayo, 10am
Cómo las perspectivas hispanas están transformando el cuidado de la salud
Descripción: Este webinar ofrecerá una visión general sobre los diferentes tipos de investigación clínica, incluyendo la observacional y la intervencional. Exploraremos investigaciones psicosociales enfocadas en mejorar la comunicación en personas con la enfermedad de Parkinson y cómo las opiniones de los participantes son esenciales para la creación de grupos de apoyo culturalmente inclusivos. Se destacarán las perspectivas de los participantes y se discutirán formas de involucrarse en estudios de investigación para contribuir al avance del cuidado de Parkinson. Parte de la serie de seminarios web del Miércoles de Bienestar.
Presentadora: Gemma Moya-Galé, PhD, SLP, Teachers College, Columbia University, New York, NY
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
Wednesday, May 28, 11am
PD’s Impact on Other Medical Problems
Description: Learn how a concurrent diagnosis of another medical illness may impact your PD symptoms, how to evaluate if a change in PD symptoms is due to worsening of PD or a new medical problem, and essential tips for preparing for a hospital stay if you have PD. Part of the “Dr. Gilbert Hosts” webinar series.
Moderator: Rebecca Gilbert, MD, PhD, chief mission officer, American Parkinson Disease Association
Speaker: Julie Kurek, MD, Augusta University, Augusta, GA
Host: American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA)
The webinar recording will be posted to the APDA YouTube channel in the Dr. Gilbert Hosts playlist
Thursday, May 29, 11am
Cognitive Training
Note: This is part four of a four-part series (four Thursdays in May, 11am). Please attend all four sessions. This is not meant to be a drop-in program as info in each class will build upon the other.
Description: Attendees will learn how to choose brain fitness activities to practice in daily life that are new, challenging, and fun. This is part four of a four-part cognitive fitness webinar series. And part of the “Beyond Medication Wellness Series.”
Speaker: Jessica Aubin, SLP, Aubin Aphasia Speech & Language Center, Bainbridge Island, WA
Host: APDA Northwest (APDA NW)
The webinar recording will be posted to the APDA NW YouTube channel in the Beyond Medication playlist
Thursday, May 29, 1pm
Nutrition and Parkinson’s – Feeding the Brain, Fueling Wellness
Description: The speaker will address common challenges like appetite changes, digestive issues, and meal timing with medication, offering practical tips you can apply right away. Part three of the “Global Symposium” webinar series.
Speaker: Richelle Flanagan, MSc, RD, Neurology Academy, Sheffield, England
Host: Parkinson Society British Columbia (PSBC)
The recording may be posted to the PSBC YouTube channel