Tuesday, August 5, 2014

UPCOMING PD EVENTS IN THE DENVER AREA

Coming up in August....

Two-part series on Cognitive Changes and Issues in Parkinson's Disease.

Held on two consecutive Wednesdays (August 13 and August 20) from 2:00 PM-4:00 PM, these lectures feature fellows from the movement disorders program at the University of Colorado.

Session I - Cognitive Issues in Parkinson's Disease: Background and Definition
Andreas Michas-Martin, MD, University of Colorado Fellow

Session II - Cognitive Issues in Parkinson's Disease: Testing, Treatment and Current Research
Samantha Holden, MD, University of Colorado Fellow

WHERE: Atria Inn at Lakewood, 555 S. Pierce St., Lakewood, CO 80226
The event is FREE, but registration is required. Registration closes August 11, 2014
Contact : info@parkinsonrockies.org or (303) 830-1839



Speech & Swallowing Changes in Parkinson's Disease

These lectures will feature 2 speech therapists to discuss communication and swallowing problems associated with Parkinson's disease.

Lecture 1
Voice and Speech Changes in Parkinson's Disease
Angela Halpern, MS, CCC-SLP

Lecture 2
Tips and Tricks for Swallowing Problems
John Dean, MA, CCC-SLP

WHEN: Thursday, August 28, 1:00-4:00pm
WHERE: Frasier Meadows, 350 Ponca Pl., Boulder, CO 80303
The event is FREE, but registration is required. Registration closes August 26, 2014
Contact : info@parkinsonrockies.org or (303) 830-1839


Incidentally, these programs will be telecast to the Durango support group on Tuesday, August 26. There may eventually be a recording of these available online...

Michael J Fox Foundation Coming to Denver! PART I

In September, the Michael J Fox Foundation will visit the Movement Disorders Program at the University of Colorado. This is a daylong event (9-4:00 PM) featuring lecturers from the University as well as from the Michael J Fox Foundation. Marketing is just getting underway but I've attached a "save the date" flyer. Space may be somewhat limited so if you're interested, I would get in contact with them as soon as possible. The contact person is Sarah Rogers (Sarah.Rogers@UCDenver.edu).

E3 Conference with the Parkinson Association of the Rockies

On Friday, October 17, the Parkinson Association of the Rockies will be hosting their second "E3" conference. E3 stands for "Educate, Empower and Energize" and this year's program features a mix of panelists and presenters. The featured guest this year is John Argue (www.johnargue.com), author of "Parkinson's Disease and the Art of Moving" (available at Amazon http://www.amazon.com/Parkinsons-Disease-Moving-John-Argue/dp/1572241837). John Argue approaches elements of the disease by drawing upon his background in theater, which gives him a very unique perspective. He is a highly sought-after presenter and always a crowd pleaser. This program is tentatively set to be held at the Doubletree in Westminster, which should make it more accessible to some folks up north. I highly recommend you put this date in your schedule so you don't miss this fabulous program.

http://www.parkinsonrockies.org/community/event-calendar/icalrepeat.detail/2014/10/17/2301/-/e3-conference-educate-empower-energize

Michael J Fox Foundation Coming to Denver! PART II

Finally, there is a tour associated with the Michael J Fox Foundation, who have partnered with Abbvie Pharmaceuticals (manufacturer of the soon to be approved in the US duodenal pump system, DuoDopa"). The program, called "Partners in Parkinson's" will be another daylong event, held at the Denver convention center on Saturday, November 8, 2014. The program will feature speakers from the Michael J Fox foundation and beyond, including content from Colorado's own, Davis Phinney Foundation for Parkinson's.
For more information, visit their website...https://www.partnersinparkinsons.org
specific information about the Denver event is available here (be sure to scroll to the second page).

https://www.partnersinparkinsons.org/attend-an-event#upcomingEventsAnchor

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