Join us in Denver on June 24, 2023, for this free educational event designed for people with Parkinson’s and their loved ones. This in-person event features a program with sessions on navigating 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.
Event Details
Date and Time: Saturday, June 24, 2023, 8 a.m. - 1:15 p.m. MT
Registration and Partner Expo open at 8 a.m.; program begins at 9 a.m.
Venue: Sheraton Denver Downtown
Please find more details below the program schedule.
Program Schedule
8:00 – 9:00
Registration and Morning Expo
Registration and Partner Expo are open. Breakfast is available. Coffee, tea, water and snacks will be available throughout the day.
9:00 – 9:15
Welcome and Introduction
The Michael J. Fox Foundation and event moderator provide an overview of the day's program.
9:15 – 10:15
Building Your Parkinson’s Care Team
Panelists discuss the importance of seeing a movement disorder specialist and building a care team of other providers.
10:15 - 10:45
Break
Partner Expo is open. Snacks, Coffee and Tea Available
10:45 - 11:45
Exploring the Latest Parkinson’s Research
Researchers discuss progress, challenges and reasons for optimism in search for better treatments and a cure for Parkinson’s.
11:45 - 12:45
Lunch
Partner Expo is open. Boxed lunch is available.
12:45 - 1:15
Turning Education into Action
Community members share ways to get involved in Parkinson's research and care.
Meet the Moderators
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Jimmy Choi
Diagnosed with Parkinson's in 2003, MJFF Patient Council Member
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Mark Frasier, PhD
Chief Scientific Officer, MJFF
Meet the Expert Panelists
Building Your Parkinson's Care Team
Moderated by Jimmy Choi
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Samantha Holden, MD, MS, FAAN
Movement Disorders and Cognitive Neurologist, University of Colorado School of Medicine, Aurora, CO
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Dr. Meredith Roberts Lo PT, DPT
Neuro Rehabilitative Physical Therapist, Roberts Empowered Movement Center, Aurora, CO
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Angela Halpern, MS, CCC-SLP
Chief Clinical Officer, LSVT LOUD at LSVT Global, Denver, CO
Exploring the Latest in Parkinson's Research
Moderated by Mark Frasier, PhD
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Barbara Marebwa, PhD
Associate Director, MJFF
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Amy Amara, PhD
Board certified Neurologist, Aurora, Colorado; Professor, Neurology, University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus.
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Marcel Van Der Brug, PhD
Vice President, Genetics and Data Sciences, Neuron23
Turning Education into Action
Moderated by Jimmy Choi
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Morgan Fixel
Care Partner, Board Member at Challenge Aspen
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Lauren Williams
Founder, Pedaling 4 Parkinson's
More Event Details
Parking: Parking is free for all attendees in the Sheraton Denver Downtown parking garage.
Accessibility: Programming will take place in the Plaza Ballroom on the Concourse Level in the Plaza Building.
Meals: Registered participants will enjoy complimentary breakfast, snacks and boxed lunches. There will also be coffee, tea, water and soft drinks provided throughout the day. We will make every effort to accommodate dietary restrictions. If you have any major concerns, please reach out to us directly at parkinsonsiq@michaeljfox.org.
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.
Thank You to Our Sponsors
Parkinson’s IQ + You is brought to you with support by industry partners. Partner support allows The Michael J. Fox Foundation to furnish high-quality educational content to the Parkinson’s community while maintaining our commitment to allocate donor dollars to high-impact research.
National Partners
Interested in attending the event?
Parkinson's IQ + You is free, but advance registration is highly recommended. Each registration is good for the admission of one person. If you have a family member or friend coming with you, please make sure they register as well.