THE PARKINSON’S ASSOCIATION OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA  ANNOUNCES 2024 EDUCATIONAL SYMPOSIUM

LIVING WELL WITH PARKINSON’S DISEASE: EDUCATION SYMPOSIUM SPEAKERS

Nationally Recognized Leaders in the Fields of Parkinson’s Research and Treatment

Ihtsham ul Haq, MD, FAAN

The Parkinson’s Association of Southwest Florida (PASWFL) announced the keynote speakers for their annual Living Well with PD: Education Symposium to take place on Thursday, April 4, 2024, from 9:00 am-2:00 pm, at the Hilton Naples, 5111 Tamiami Trail North, Naples, FL 34103. The symposium brings together medical specialists and health professionals in the field of Parkinson’s Disease (PD).

Specialists presenting include:
● Lauren Fanty, MD, MPH, Assistant Professor of Neurology, Movement Disorder Fellow, University of Florida,
● Henry Paul Moore, MD, Associate Professor of Neurology, Movement Disorder Specialist, University of Miami-Miller School of Medicine,
● Annelly Bure, PhD, Assistant Professor of Clinical Neurology, Neuropsychology and Cognitive Neuroscience, University of Miami Health Systems
● Ihtsham ul Haq, MD, FAAN, Professor of Neurology, Chief, Movement Disorders Division, University of Miami Health Systems.

This year’s topics will include:
● On the Horizon: Nonpharmacological Advances in Parkinson’s Disease Care and the Multidisciplinary Approach – Lauren Fanty, MD, MPH
● Present and Future Pharmacology in Parkinson’s Disease – Henry Paul Moore, MD
● Advancements in Understanding Cognition in Parkinson’s Disease – Annelly Bure, PhD
● A Message of Hope – Ihtsham ul Haq, MD, FAAN.

Annelly Bure, PhD

“We are excited to bring together specialists who care and support individuals with Parkinson’s Disease,” said Mary C. Schoeffel, CFRE, Executive Director of the PASWFL. “This is an extraordinary opportunity for persons with PD, their care partners, family members, and support team of doctors and therapists to hear about best practices for successful outcomes, and to have the opportunity to have their questions answered.”

The program is open to the public and of special interest to persons with PD, their family members, care partners, and the medical community.

Lauren Fanty, MD, MPH

Admission for the Symposium includes lunch and is $65 before February 20, 2024, and $75 after that date. VIP admission is $125 and includes preferred seating. Registration closes on March 20, 2024. The event is sponsored by Brightstar Care, Boston Scientific, Abbott, Florida HIIT Factory, The Naples Daily News|Local IQ, and Lee Health.

For over twenty-five years, PASWFL has provided effective programs and services that improve the quality of life, educate, enrich, and empower our Southwest Floridians affected by PD and related neurological diseases. Each week PASWFL offers more than 20 free programs and support groups for members with PD and their care partners. There are no fees associated with becoming a member; the membership application is available online at www.parkinsonassociationswfl.org .
Sponsorship opportunities are available.

FEATURED PHOTO: HENRY PAUL MOORE

For more information, visit ParkinsonAssociationSWFL.org or call 239-417-3465. Parkinson’s Association of Southwest Florida, 2575 Northbrooke Plaza Drive, Suite 301, Naples, FL 34119.

IN CASE YOU GO
WHAT: Living Well with PD: Education Symposium
WHERE: Hilton Naples, 5111 Tamiami Trail North, Naples, FL 34103
WHEN: Thursday, April 4, 2024, 9:00 am – 2:00 pm
TICKETS: https://parkinsonassociationswfl.org/educationsymposium.html
COST: Registration for the program and lunch is $65 before February 20, 2024, and $75 after that date. VIP registration is $125 and includes preferred seating. Complimentary valet parking is available.

INFORMATION: ParkinsonAssociationSWFL.org (239) 417-3465