Register now for the next episode of the American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA) webinar series, Thriving Through Occupational Therapy, July 6, 11am PT. “Strategies for Communicating Effectively With Your Doctor,” will explore ways to get more out of each medical appointment and become a more active and confident partner in your healthcare journey.

The presenter will share practical and empowering strategies for communicating effectively with your doctor about your PD, including:

– How to prepare for medical appointments
– How to make the most of the time you have at each visit
– Helpful tips for tracking symptoms
– Ideas for managing challenges between appointments

…and more!

Use this link to register and add the webinar to your calendar.

The webinar recording will be posted to the APDA YouTube channel in the Thriving Through Occupational Therapy playlist

About the speaker:
Sydney Settle, OTD, OTR/L is a licensed occupational therapist and Program Coordinator for the Missouri Chapter of the American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA). She received a Bachelor of Science in Human Development from Oklahoma State University and Doctorate of Occupational Therapy from Washington University in St. Louis. She has experience working with the neurological population in both community and hospital-based settings. She is currently the Program Coordinator for the APDA Missouri Chapter and provides occupational therapy services at an inpatient rehabilitation facility. She is passionate about the Parkinson’s disease community, specifically increasing access to education and support for those living in underserved and rural areas.