Join us in Phoenix, January 11, 2020, for this free educational event designed for Parkinson’s patients, their families and care partners. The event features a program with sessions on understanding Parkinson's, managing care and learning about research participation. The accompanying Partner Expo includes information on treatment options and local resources for the Parkinson’s community.
Online registration is now closed for Phoenix. On-site registration may be available the day of the event if space allows.
Event Details
Date and Time: January 11, 2020, 8 am - 2:45 pm
Registration and Partner Expo open at 8 am; program begins at 9 am.
Venue: Arizona Biltmore
2400 E Missouri Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85016
Parking: Parking is complimentary for all attendees in the Arizona Biltmore Parking Garage. Each floor of the garage, which is located directly behind the Frank Lloyd Wright Ballroom, has 2 handicap spaces. There will be an additional 40 handicap parking spaces in the North parking lot.
Accessibility: The event will take place on the ground level in the Frank Lloyd Wright Ballroom. There is a walkway from the parking garage to the main entrance. There will be staff assisting attendees to the entrance. The parking garage has an elevator on each level to bring guests to the ground level. Please note the Frank Lloyd Wright Ballroom is not connected to the hotel.
Meals: Registered participants will enjoy complimentary breakfast and lunch. We will make every effort to accommodate dietary restrictions.
Cost: Free. There is no cost to attend Parkinson's IQ + You events, thanks to support from our generous sponsors.
More information is available in the FAQs.
Program Schedule
8:00 - 9:00
Registration and Breakfast
The Partner Expo begins and guests can enjoy a welcome breakfast.
9:00 – 9:15
Welcome and Introduction
A member of the Foundation's staff provides an overview of the day's program.
9:15 – 9:45
If I Knew Then What I Know Now
Parkinson's patients and family members offer advice and experience about living well with the disease
9:45 – 10:45
Seeing a Movement Disorder Specialist
A patient and care partner go through typical appointments with a movement disorder specialist and provide tips on getting the most out of your visit.
10:45 - 11:25
Morning Break
11:25 - 12:40
Exploring the Latest Parkinson’s Research
Researchers discuss progress, challenges and reasons for optimism in the effort to develop therapies for Parkinson’s.
12:40 - 1:45
Lunch
1:45 - 2:35
Building Your Care Team
Medical professionals who treat all aspects of Parkinson’s — mind and body — join the moderator to discuss how to create your care team and update it as needs change.
2:35 - 2:45
Closing Session: Turning Education into Action
Panelists share ways to get more involved in the Parkinson's community, research and care.
Interested in attending the event?
Thanks for your interest in Parkinson’s IQ + You.
Online registration is now closed for Phoenix. On-site registration may be available the day of the event if space allows.
To register for events in other cities, visit the main Parkinson's IQ + You page.
Event Sponsors
These events are brought to you by ACADIA Pharmaceuticals, with support provided by Voyager Therapeutics and additional members of the Parkinson's Disease Education Consortium, an alliance of biotechnology and pharmaceutical firms who support The Michael J. Fox Foundation’s commitment to furnishing high-quality educational resources for the Parkinson's community.
National Partners
