RECENT PD TALK RECORDINGS

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Sound Healing

PD Talk: Sound Healing 
Wednesday, July 23, 2025
3:00 pm
Zoom
PRESENTED BY: Ken Straub​​
Ken Straub, a skilled sound healer and drumming instructor, shares how rhythm, vibration, and sound can support wellness for people living with Parkinson’s Disease.
Through guided drumming and sound experiences, Ken will demonstrate how sound healing can reduce stress, improve focus, and enhance overall well-being. No musical experience necessary—just come ready to feel the beat and connect through sound.

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Little Talked About Symptoms of PD 
PRESENTED BY: Rebecca Gilbert, MD, PhD
Chief Mission Officer at American Parkinson Disease Association
Dr. Gilbert explores the lesser-known, non-motor symptoms of Parkinson’s Disease, including: Depression and anxiety, Digestive issues (such as poor gastric motility), Temperature sensitivity, Vision problems, Excessive sweating, and more.

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Dr. Gilbert received her MD at Weill Medical College of Cornell University and a PhD in Cell Biology and Genetics at the Weill Graduate School of Medical Sciences. She then completed her Neurology Residency and Movement Disorders Fellowship training at Columbia Presbyterian Medical Center. Before joining APDA, she was an Associate Professor of Neurology at the Fresco Institute for Parkinson’s and Movement Disorders, NYU Langone Medical Center where she saw Movement disorders patients at both NYU and Bellevue Hospital Center, initiated and directed the NYU Movement Disorders Fellowship, participated in clinical trials and other research initiatives for Parkinson’s disease and lectured widely on Parkinson’s disease.
 
Rebecca Gilbert joined APDA in 2018, first as Chief Scientific Officer, and more recently as Chief Mission Officer. She plays a key role in developing APDA’s long-term mission strategy, oversees APDA’s research portfolio, and provides medical and clinical expertise to support APDA programming and educational content.

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 Intro to Micrographia 
PRESENTED BY: Physical Therapist Assistants, Alicia Artz co-owner with Jen Hedgepeth  of “ Fite For Your Write”
Have you noticed your handwriting getting smaller and more difficult to read?
Join Alicia and Jen as they introduce micrographia—a common symptom of Parkinson’s disease that causes a person’s handwriting to become smaller and more difficult to read over time. Through their therapist-owned company, Fite For Your Write, they have developed a supportive method that uses writing as both a creative outlet and a therapeutic tool.

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Balance and PD
PRESENTED BY: Chris R. Williams B.S., CPT, CES, SFS, YES
Chris R. Williams B.S., CPT, CES, SFS, YES presents this informative talk on how to enhance balance to help you live well with PD.

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Chris Williams, Founder & President of Emeritus Health and author of Balance University, has over 22 years of experience as a fitness and wellness professional. Based in Naples, FL, Emeritus Health specializes in improving balance and movement for adults and is a Florida Blue Cross/Blue Shield-approved provider. Balance University is a 10-week program to enhance balance, posture, and flexibility. He also serves as the Owner & Lead Conditioning Coach for the Azzurri Storm Soccer Program. His passion for health and fitness began as a high school athlete, leading him to earn a degree in Nutrition & Dietetics and multiple certifications through the National Academy of Sports Medicine. He is a recognized educator who frequently contributes to wellness initiatives in Collier County businesses and academic institutions.

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Education Programs

Each month, we offer multiple educational presentations covering medical, health, and lifestyle topics to help you live well with Parkinson's Disease (PD). Our presenters are experts in their fields, including movement disorder specialists, neurologists, occupational and physical therapists, speech therapists, dietitians, home health professionals, financial planners, and more. Please note we are now offering both in-person and Zoom PD Talks. ​ 

PD TALK RECORDINGS

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We believe that education is an important part of living life with PD, that's why the Parkinson’s Association of Southwest Florida offers a library of recordings of educational talks designed to help you live well with PD. Our videos range from information on PD 101, Mobility, Speech Therapy, Physical Therapy, Care Partners, Planning, PD Related Issues, Medication, and Treatment, to Symptom Management, and more. We also keep you updated on the most recent studies and research on treatment and symptom management with peer-reviewed studies. Click the buttons below to learn more and for a full library of our archived PD Talk recording and recent studies.

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While there is no charge to participate there are significants costs to offer our programs and services​. 
​Participants are required to complete a membership application and participation waiver before participating in online and in person programs. Click below to complete the required application online.

For your convenience the membership application is available to complete online, or if you would prefer printed forms, you can download them and return them to us by mail. Are you unsure if you completed a waiver or membership form? Call us at 239-417-3465 and we will be delighted to check for you. CLICK TO JOIN