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Upcoming Speakers

Physicians, fitness experts, wellness coaches and more, if it’s a topic that will enhance the lives of those living with YOPD, we want to share it. This list updates regularly so please check back often to see who’s up next in our Speaker Series.

  • Become a Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) Resource for Yourself and Others

    • 12/10/2024
    • 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    • Virtual Event
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    Speaker Series - Become a DBS Resource for Yourself and Others

    December 10, 2024 7:00 PM EST

    What should every person with Parkinson’s know about DBS?

    • Learn how DBS was developed, how it works, and what symptoms it does (and doesn’t) treat in Parkinson’s.
    •  Understand the newest recommendations on when to get DBS and who makes a good DBS candidate.
    • Discover the latest innovations in DBS and what life looks like after DBS surgery.

    About Andrea Useem RN  - Andrea is the Clinical Specialist for Abbott deep brain stimulation (DBS), covering Virginia, Maryland and Washington D.C. In this role, she provides support and education for people before, during and after DBS surgery.  A former ICU nurse, Andrea works directly with patients, caregivers, neurologist, Movement Disorder Specialists and neurosurgeons to ensure the best possible outcome for DBS patients.

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Past Speakers

11/12/2024 Don't Wait Until It's Too Late- Exercise is the One Thing that Can Give You Back Control
10/08/2024 Managing OFF episodes
09/10/2024 Chat with the Champions - Jimmy Choi, Todd Vogt and Keri Shaw
08/13/2024 Future-Proofing Today's Home for Tomorrow's Needs
07/16/2024 Our Great Adventure - Kat and Ken Hill
06/11/2024 Preventing Freezing of Gait using Wearable Robotics in Parkinson's Disease
05/14/2024 Finding your Balance: Strategies for Weight Management in Parkinson's Disease - Part Two
04/09/2024 Finding your Balance: Strategies for Weight Management in Parkinson's Disease - Part One
03/12/2024 Tech-Enabled Triumphs over Parkinson's Disease
02/13/2024 Advocacy, Research, and a Path to the Cure
01/09/2024 There is no Normal with Brenda Heckert
10/10/2023 When Life doesn't go as planned
09/12/2023 Deep Brain Stimulation Treatments for Parkinson's Disease
08/15/2023 World Parkinson's Congress Recap
07/11/2023 Understanding OFF Episodes and Dyskinesia in Parkinson's Disease
06/13/2023 Psychological Flexibility: What is it and why is it important for YOPD?
05/09/2023 Intimacy with PD: 10 Steps to Make It Easier
04/11/2023 Your Brain on Art: How the Arts Transform Us
09/13/2022 Exciting Advances in YOPD Genetic Research and Related Treatments
08/16/2022 Therapeutic Options for Treating YOPD
06/14/2022 Jimmy Choi on Navigating Family Dynamics with YOPD
04/12/2022 Creating a Lifetime of Financial Security (Part 2)
03/08/2022 Creating a Lifetime of Financial Security (Part 1)
02/08/2022 Jimmy Choi on Managing a Career While Managing YOPD
01/18/2022 The Neuroscience of Gratitude with Linda Roszak Burton


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