Library of Exclusive PD Talk Videos from Industry Experts

The Parkinson’s Association of Southwest Florida offers recordings of educational talks designed to help you live well with PD. Use the scroll arrow to view a list of PD related videos in the following categories: PD 101, Mobility, Speech Therapy, Physical Therapy, Care Partners, Planning, PD Related Issues, Medication, Treatment, and Symptom Management. Scroll below and click the links to watch these important videos.

• PD 101
• PD RELATED ISSUES
• SYMPTOM MANAGEMENT
• MEDICATION
• TREATMENT

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• PD 101
  Presented by Ihtsham Haq, MD (Chief, Movement Disorders Division University of Miami Health Systems) 
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IHTSHAM HAQ, MD

Dr. Ihtsham Haq graduated from Columbia University with degrees in Bioengineering and in Philosophy. He completed his Neurology residency training at Georgetown University and his fellowship training at the University of Florida’s Movement Disorders & Neuro-restoration program at the Norman Fixel Institute for Neurological Diseases. He was previously Associate Professor at the Wake Forest School of Medicine in the Departments of Neurology and Neurosurgery before taking his current position as Division Chief at Miami in 2020.

His overall research interest has been in understanding and improving the care of patients with movement disorders, with a focus on technology and brain circuitry. He has been funded by the National Institute of Health, Parkinson’s Foundation, and Smallwood Foundation, as well as partnering with industry to bring better treatments to patients. His NIH funded research has included work on both common (Parkinson’s & Alzheimer’s disease) and rare disorders (ATP1A3 post-infancy onset dystonia syndrome, or Rapid-onset Dystonia Parkinsonism). He has been performing Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) surgeries since 2006 and has been part of pioneering efforts to improve targeting, increase the types of devices available to patients, and expand the number of diseases that treated by the technique. In addition to using DBS to treat Parkinson’s disease, Essential Tremor, and Dystonia, he has used it to treat patients with medication-refractory Tourette’s syndrome and Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder. Dr. Haq has also worked to advance the success of clinical trials, and shortly after being selected to the NIH Clinical Trial Methodology Course in 2017, served as the CoPI of the Wake Forest site for the NIH Network for Excellence in Neuroscience Clinical Trials (NeuroNext).
Dr. Haq is a fellow of the American Academy of Neurology and was selected to its Emerging Leaders Program in 2015. He currently serves on the AAN’s Quality committee. Dr. Haq is also a member of the International Movement Disorders Society, Parkinson’s Study Group, and also serves on the Neurosciences Steering Board of the Epic electronic health record, working to define best EMR practices in the Neurosciences.

PD RELATED ISSUES
The following video recordings provide an overview of management and options to address PD Related issues for persons with Parkinson's Disease.
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• LIVING WITH PARKINSON'S DISEASE: 
  ​Presented by Michael S. Okun, MD​ (University of Florida Health) 
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MICHAEL S. OKUN, MD

Michael S. Okun received his M.D. with honors from the University of Florida. He was fellowship trained by Mahlon DeLong, Jerrold Vitek and Ray Watts at Emory University in Atlanta GA before moving to found the movement disorders program at the University of Florida. He is currently Chair of Neurology, Professor and Executive Director of the Norman Fixel Institute for Neurological Diseases at the University of Florida Health College of Medicine. The UF institute he co-founded with Kelly D. Foote, M.D. is unique in that it is comprised of over 100 interdisciplinary faculty members from diverse areas of campus, all of whom are dedicated to care, outreach, education and research. Dr. Okun was instrumental in the construction of a one-stop patient-centered clinical-research experience for national and international patients seeking care at the University of Florida. This change in care and research delivery has since been named the service and science hub model of care. The UF based center draws national and international visitors interested in deploying this innovative clinical-research model. Dr. Okun has served as the National Medical Director for the Parkinson’s Foundation since 2006 and as the Medical Advisor for Tyler’s Hope for a Dystonia Cure. He has been supported by grants from the National Institutes of Health, the Smallwood Foundation, the Tourette Association of America, the Parkinson Alliance, the Bachmann-Strauss Foundation, the Parkinson’s Foundation, and the Michael J. Fox Foundation. Dr. Okun has an active research career exploring non-motor basal ganglia brain features and currently holds two NIH R01 grants and several foundation grants exploring various aspects of deep brain stimulation and neuromodulation. Dr. Okun has been an integral part of some of the pioneering studies exploring the cognitive, behavioral, and mood effects of brain stimulation and since 2005 his laboratory has been working to uncover the electrical brain signals associated with human tic. He has also partnered with Dr. Ayse Gunduz and Kelly Foote to develop a first generation of closed loop adaptive deep brain stimulation

• DIGESTION, BLADDER FUNCTION, AND BLOOD PRESSURE ISSUES IN PARKINSON'S DISEASE
  ​Presented by Carlos Singer, MD​ (University of Miami Health Systems) 
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• NON-MOTOR PROBLEMS IN PARKINSON'S DISEASE: ADPA PRESENTATION
  ​Presented by Carlos Singer, MD​ (University of Miami Health Systems) 
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CARLOS SINGER, MD

Carlos Singer, MD is affiliated with the University of Miami, Miller School of Medicine, Movement Disorders Division, and Professor of Neurology and third Chief of the Division of Movement Disorders, and director of the Parkinson Foundation designated Parkinson Center of Excellence. 

• MOVEMENT PROBLEMS IN PARKINSON'S DISEASE ​
  ​Presented by Stuart Isaacson, MD​ (Medical Director of the Parkinson’s Research and Education Foundation) 
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STUART ISAACSON, MD

Stuart Isaacson, MD is a board certified neurologist who specializes in Parkinson’s disease and movement disorders. Dr. Isaacson is the Medical Director of the Parkinson’s Research and Education Foundation and also runs a private neurology practice in the Boca Raton area.

• NON-MOTOR SYMPTOMS IN PARKINSON'S DISEASE: ADPA PRESENTATION
  ​Presented by Jason Margolesky, MD (University of Miami Health Systems) 
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JASON MARGOLESKY, MD

Dr. Jason Margolesky joined the Movement Disorders Division as an Assistant Professor of Clinical Neurology in 2017. He was born in Miami, Florida (a rare local). He received his undergraduate degree (BS) in Neuroscience and Behavioral Biology (with a minor in religion) at Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia. He then attended Georgetown University in Washington, DC where he earned a master’s degree in Physiology and Biophysics. He completed medical school (graduated in AOA honors society), residency training in neurology (served as administrative Chief Resident), and his Movement Disorders fellowship at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine and Jackson Memorial Hospital in Miami, Florida. He is now Associate Program Director for the Neurology Resident Program and the University of Miami/Jackson Memorial Hospital.
Dr. Margolesky is board certified in Neurology by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and is a member of the American Academy of Neurology, the Movement Disorders Society, and the MDSGene work group. He is primary or co-investigator in several research studies and clinical trials. He has received accolades for teaching including the Resident Teacher of the Year Award, the Faculty Award for Excellence in Teaching Medical Students, and the Chairman’s Award for Teaching Excellence. Clinical interests include childhood and young-onset onset movement disorders such as Wilson’s disease, Tourette syndrome and dystonia as well as Parkinson’s disease, atypical parkinsonism, essential tremor, Huntington disease, focal and generalized dystonia, tardive syndromes, ataxia, gait disorders, botulinum toxin injections and deep brain stimulation. Part of the interdisciplinary team recognized as Parkinson’s Disease, Tourette syndrome, and Wilson’s disease Centers of Excellence.

• PARKINSON'S DISEASE DEMENTIA: ADPA PRESENTATION
  ​Presented by James Galvin, MD (University of Miami Health Systems) 
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JAMES GALVIN, MD

James E. Galvin, M.D., M.P.H. is a  Professor of Neurology and Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine. He is the Founding Director of the Comprehensive Center for Brain Health, Director and Principal Investigator of the Lewy Body Dementia Research Center of Excellence, and Chief of Cognitive Neurology for Palm Beach and Broward County leading brain health and neurodegenerative disease research and clinical programs. Dr. Galvin has authored over 300 scientific publications and 3 textbooks on healthy brain aging, cognitive health, Alzheimer’s disease, Lewy Body dementia, and related disorders. Dr. Galvin has received over $100 Million in research funding from the National Institutes of Health, Alzheimer’s Association, Michael J Fox Foundation, American Federation for Aging Research, Lewy Body Dementia Association, Association for Frontotemporal Degeneration, Missouri, New York, and Florida Departments of Health, and numerous Private and Family Foundations.


The major focus of Dr. Galvin’s clinical and research career has been to improve the clinical care and quality of life for all older adults from diverse backgrounds and their family caregivers who are dealing with neurodegenerative disorders in order to initiate early intervention, alleviate psychosocial burden on the patient and family, reduce the impact of race, language, culture, and class on the delivery of health services, and improve health outcomes. His current research program focuses on four themes: (1) Developing and validating new clinical assessment scales to improve detection of cognitive impairment in multicultural community samples to improve health outcomes; (2) Studying the interaction between race, ethnicity, socioeconomic status, and multiple chronic conditions on the risk of cognitive impairment; (3) Characterizing the clinical, cognitive, behavioral, and biomarker features of neurodegenerative disorders; and (4) Creating novel precision-medicine based interventions based on individual phenotypic, biomarker, and genomic profiles aimed at ADRD risk reduction and dementia prevention.

PD SYMPTOM MANAGEMENT
The following video recordings provide an overview of management and options to address PD Related symptoms for persons with Parkinson's Disease.
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• EXERCISE IS MEDICINE: THE ACTIVE INGREDIENT OF YOUR DOPAMINE COCKTAIL: ADPA PRESENTATION 
  ​Presented by Emily Schultz, MD​ (University of Miami Health Outpatient Physical Therapy Division) 
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EMILY SCHULTZ, MD

​Dr. Emily Schultz is a Board Certified Neurologic Clinical Specialist in Physical Therapy with a passion for Neurologic Rehabilitation that began early. As a DPT student at the University of Evansville, Emily co-founded and was the first director of Acercise, the first DPT student run pro-bono group exercise program for individuals with neurologic conditions. Emily’s work in the clinic and as an advocate in the community has been the foundation of her early career.

Emily received her Doctor of Physical Therapy from the University of Evansville in 2016 before moving to Los Angeles to complete her postdoctoral training in the University of Southern California (USC) and Rancho Los Amigos Neurologic Rehabilitation Center Neurologic Physical Therapy Residency Program. As a resident of this prestigious program, Emily served as a clinician at Rancho Los Amigos Neurologic Rehabilitation Center, a Teacher’s Assistant for USC’s DPT Program, a multidisciplinary PT representative in numerous specialty neurology clinics at Keck Hospital of USC, and as a researcher collaborating with Dr. Rebecca Lewthwaite and Dr. Carolee Winstein. Emily graduated from this program in 2017 and moved to Miami, Florida where she currently resides.

Emily presented her residency research titled “Relationships among Patient-reported and Performance-based Measures after Stroke” as a poster at CSM in 2018. She received her Board Certification as a Neurologic Clinical Specialist and became certified with use of Balance Wear: Balance Body Torso Weighting in 2018. Emily also was selected as a key speaker in the 25th Annual Brain Injury Symposium and presented her original work titled “Brain Injury Rehabilitation: Evidence Based Clinical Tools for Assessment and Treatment of Mild to Severe Brain Injury.”

Emily’s passion for the academic and clinical world in neurologic PT continues to grow each year of her professional career. Emily currently works for the University of Miami in an outpatient neurologic PT setting. Emily is also a Core Faculty and a Mentor within the University of Miami and Jackson Rehabilitation Hospital Neurologic Residency Program. Emily serves as a Clinical Instructor for DPT students, a supervisor in the University of Miami’s Pro Bono student run clinic, and most recently reconnected to her LA ties working as a Teacher’s Assistant for USC’s DPT Summer Hybrid Immersion Program in the lab: Clinical Management of the Patient with Neurologic Dysfunction (PT 581L).

In 2020, Emily took on an important role transitioning to provide physical therapy services via Telemedicine to individuals with neurologic conditions. Emily expanded her creativity of specialty practice to reach individuals and families impacted by neurologic diagnoses in their homes and continues to look for ways to build upon this practice with a special interest in creating opportunities for wellness programming. Outside of PT, Emily loves spending time with her family and friends, traveling to new countries, spending time outdoors, and watching and participating in sports.

MEDICATION FOR PD MANAGEMENT
The following video recordings provide an overview of medications available for management of PD Related symptoms for persons with Parkinson's Disease.
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• APOKYN
  ​Presented by Laxman Bahroo, MD​ (Georgetown University Neurology Department) 
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LAXMAN BAHROO, MD

Dr. Laxman Bahroo, Associate Professor and Director of the Residency Program in the Department of Neurology at Georgetown University, presents an informational talk about  APOKYN, a prescription-only medication that is used as needed to treat the symptoms of off episodes associated with advancing Parkinson's disease (PD). Dr. Bahroo is a Movement Disorders Specialist and manages an active clinic with interests in medical and surgical treatment. 

• STARTING OFF RIGHT-MEDICATION INITIATION AND MANAGEMENT IN PD: ADPA PRESENTATION 
  Presented by Ihtsham Haq, MD (Chief, Movement Disorders Division University of Miami Health Systems) 
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IHTSHAM HAQ, MD

Dr. Ihtsham Haq graduated from Columbia University with degrees in Bioengineering and in Philosophy. He completed his Neurology residency training at Georgetown University and his fellowship training at the University of Florida’s Movement Disorders & Neuro-restoration program at the Norman Fixel Institute for Neurological Diseases. He was previously Associate Professor at the Wake Forest School of Medicine in the Departments of Neurology and Neurosurgery before taking his current position as Division Chief at Miami in 2020.

His overall research interest has been in understanding and improving the care of patients with movement disorders, with a focus on technology and brain circuitry. He has been funded by the National Institute of Health, Parkinson’s Foundation, and Smallwood Foundation, as well as partnering with industry to bring better treatments to patients. His NIH funded research has included work on both common (Parkinson’s & Alzheimer’s disease) and rare disorders (ATP1A3 post-infancy onset dystonia syndrome, or Rapid-onset Dystonia Parkinsonism). He has been performing Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) surgeries since 2006 and has been part of pioneering efforts to improve targeting, increase the types of devices available to patients, and expand the number of diseases that treated by the technique. In addition to using DBS to treat Parkinson’s disease, Essential Tremor, and Dystonia, he has used it to treat patients with medication-refractory Tourette’s syndrome and Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder. Dr. Haq has also worked to advance the success of clinical trials, and shortly after being selected to the NIH Clinical Trial Methodology Course in 2017, served as the CoPI of the Wake Forest site for the NIH Network for Excellence in Neuroscience Clinical Trials (NeuroNext).
Dr. Haq is a fellow of the American Academy of Neurology and was selected to its Emerging Leaders Program in 2015. He currently serves on the AAN’s Quality committee. Dr. Haq is also a member of the International Movement Disorders Society, Parkinson’s Study Group, and also serves on the Neurosciences Steering Board of the Epic electronic health record, working to define best EMR practices in the Neurosciences.

PD TREATMENT
The following video recordings provide information on treatment to address PD Related issues for persons with Parkinson's Disease.

• PARKINSON'S DISEASE TREATMENT PIPELINE: ADPA PRESENTATION
  ​Presented by Henry Paul Moore, MD​ (University of Miami Health Systems) 
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HENRY PAUL MOORE, MD

​Henry Paul Moore, MD is a movement disorders specialist in neurology at the university of Miami medical center. Dr. Henry Moore joined the department as an assistant professor of clinical neurology. He earned his undergraduate and medical degree at Universidad peruana Cayetano Heredia – school of medicine, lima – Peru. He performed his neurology residency at Jackson memorial hospital / university of Miami – miller school of medicine. Then, he performed a 2-year movement disorders fellowship at Jackson memorial hospital / university of Miami – miller school of medicine.

• DEEP BRAIN STIMULATION FOR PARKINSON'S DISEASE: ADPA PRESENTATION
  ​Presented by Corneliu Luca, MD​ (University of Miami Health Systems) 
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CORNELIU LUCA, MD

Corneliu C. Luca, MD, PhD, is a board-certified movement disorders neurologist and clinician-researcher in the Department of Neurology at the University of Miami and Associate Professor of Neurology.  Dr. Luca is also  medical director of the Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) clinical program at the University of Miami, and the Director of the Movement Disorders Fellowship. He served as principal investigator in more than 30 clinical trials for Parkinson’s disease and is an active member of Parkinson Study Group, a world-recognized clinical trial network for movement disorders.  His research has received support from the National Institutes of Health, the American Academy of Neurology, and the Parkinson’s Foundation. 

PARKINSON'S DISEASE FOCUSED ULTRASOUND 2022: ADPA PRESENTATION
​Presented by Arif Dalvi, MD​ (Palm Beach Neuroscience) 
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ARIF DALVI, MD

Dr. Arif I. Dalvi is a neurologist in Boynton Beach, Florida and is affiliated with Good Samaritan Medical Center-West Palm Beach. He received his medical degree from Rural Medical College Pravara Institute of Medical Sciences and has been in practice for more than 20 years.

• MOBILITY
• SPEECH THERAPY
• PHYSICAL THERAPY
• CARE PARTNERS
• PLANNING

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MOBILITY
The following video recordings provide an overview of management and options to address mobility issues for persons with Parkinson's Disease.
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• BODY AWARENESS, BALANCE AND FUNCTION: UPDATES FOR PD PATIENTS 
  Presented by Carlene Rimes, OTR, L​  
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• ASSISTIVE EQUIPMENT: 
  Presented by Carlene Rimes, OTR, L​  
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• OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY 101: 
  Presented by Carlene Rimes, OTR, L​  
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CARLENE RIMES, OTR, L

Carlene Rimes, OTR/L is a 2016 graduate of Florida Gulf Coast University, where she earned her Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy and Bachelor’s in Healthcare Administration and Management. After being diagnosed with a brain tumor while in graduate school, Carlene directed her focus toward neurodegenerative diseases. In conjunction with recent neuroscience discoveries, she began to explore more innovative and groundbreaking approaches to therapy that integrated the latest developments in the field of neuroplasticity. Carlene creates personalized neurological programs applying innovative sensory strategies to facilitate neurological rewiring and enhance functional performance. She presented her ‘Neurological Rewiring Model’ at the Florida Occupational Therapy Association meeting this year as part of her research “Best Practices in Parkinson’s 2021.” Carlene is currently engaged in Parkinson’s Disease research with Florida Gulf Coast University and developing ‘The Rimes Model of Neurological Rehabilitation.’ Carlene established Mobile Rehab LLC in 2020 to help fill the gap in rehabilitation services; she serves as CEO of the organization.

EXERCISE & MOVEMENT

• PING PONG FOR PD: Building Neurons Through Therapy and Having Fun Too.​
  Presented by Purvi Naik
  Learn about the positive benefits of Ping Pong for Parkinson's.
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SPEECH THERAPY
The following video recordings provide an overview of speech therapy to address PD Related issues for persons with Parkinson's Disease.
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• THE BENEFITS OF SPEECH EXERCISE GROUPS IN OPTIMIZING SPEECH AND VOICE IN PD
  ​Presented by Judy Jenner, MS, CCC​
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• THE BENEFITS OF SPEECH THERAPY
  ​Presented by Judy Jenner, MS, CCC​
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• BACK TO SPEECH BASICS
  ​Presented by Judy Jenner, MS, CCC​
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• IS IT TIME FOR YOU TO JOIN OUR SPEECH EXERCISE GROUPS?
  ​Presented by Judy Jenner, MS, CCC​
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• Expiratory Muscle Strength Training (EMST) Using the Breather
  ​Presented by Judy Jenner, MS, CCC​
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JUDY JENNER, MS, CCC

Judy A. Jenner, MS, CCC, completed a Bachelor of Science at the University of Georgia and a Master of Science at the University of Louisville. She was elected to the Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi and awarded the Graduate Dean’s Citation for 1978. Judy has worked in pediatrics at Kentucky Crippled Children’s Services, specializing in Cleft Lip and Palate and Craniofacial Anomalies, and as the Director of the Infant Therapy Program at the Child Evaluation Center, University of Louisville. She served as the Director of Speech Pathology at Naples Community Hospital, and Lead Speech Pathologist at HealthSouth Rehabilitation Hospital in Bakersfield, California, which afforded the opportunity to mentor graduate students and Clinical Fellows in Speech Pathology. Judy currently provides education, training, practice, and support in promoting and maintaining effective communication skills for persons with Parkinson’s Disease.

PHYSICAL THERAPY
The following video recordings provide information of physical therapy for persons with Parkinson's Disease.
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• HOW PHYSICAL THERAPY CAN LIMIT FALL RISK AND MAINTAIN MOBILITY 
  Presented by Christopher Ippolito, PT, DPT 
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CHRISTOPHER IPPOLITO, DPT

Dr. Ippolito received his Doctorate of Physical Therapy in 2012 from Florida Gulf Coast University. He is passionate about working with his patients through a combination of hands-on manual therapy, individually selected exercise, and a focus on improving functional tasks. Dr. Ippolito is the Owner of Complete Home Therapy, where he focuses on in-home, one-on-one care of the older adult population in Southwest Florida. He primarily works with patients who demonstrate instability with walking, balance deficits, or are at high risk of falls. Outside of the clinic, Dr. Ippolito enjoys spending time with his wife and children.

CARE PARTNERS
The following video recordings provide information for care partners of persons with Parkinson's Disease.
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• SELF CARE: A PRIORITY FOR CARE PARTNERS 
  Presented by Susan Ryan
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PD PLANNING
The following video recordings provide information on planning persons with Parkinson's Disease.
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• UNDERSTANDING YOUR LONG TERM CARE BENEFITS: 

​Presented by Adam Corcoran, CLTC​ (Golden Care) 
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ADAM CORCORAN, CLTC

About Adam Corcoran, CLTC, Director of Business Development Golden Care
Adam Corcoran is Golden Care's Director of Business Development. Adam is familiar with the senior services industry as his mom was a Director of Nursing for a home health agency in New Jersey. He understands what it takes to deliver quality care since he was influenced at such an early age. His hard work ethic and dedication to serving southwest Florida's aging population will be a key component of Golden Care long-term success.
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He graduated from West Virginia University with a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration with a marketing focus while obtaining and advertising minor. In addition to the senior care industry, Adam experienced employment in the health insurance field and taught for 4 years in Collier County Public Schools. Through all his experiences it has developed him to be well-rounded professional.
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Adam spends time volunteering for local non-profit organizations such as the Parkinson's Association of Southwest Florida and Alzheimer's Support Network. He also holds a position on the Naples Interagency Board as their President and participates on the Leadership Coalition on Aging- Collier County as the 2020 Senior Empowerment Series Co-Chair.
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Adam has called southwest Florida home for the past 12 years since he has moved here from New Jersey. He is married with twins, Kenzi Jo and Carter. In his spare time, Adam enjoys graphic design, photography, and spending time at the beach. ​

• AWARE IN CARE-SURVIVING A HOSPITAL STAY 

Presented by Crista Ellis, BS, RYT-200, Community Program Manager, Florida Chapter Parkinson's Foundation
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Crista Ellis, BS, RYT-2000

Crista Ellis, BS, RYT-200, Community Program Manager, Florida Chapter, Parkinson’s Foundation.

• THE BENEFITS OF PALLIATIVE CARE 
  Presented by Mark Beland, Avow: Community Liaison
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• ADVANCE CARE PLANNING: THE FIVE WISHES
  Presented by Mark Beland, Avow: Community Liaison
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MARK BELAND

Mark Beland has been a Community Liaison at Avow since May 16, 2016.  He earned his degree in Business Administration/Marketing  at Ramapo College in Mahwah, New Jersey, and is a certified Laughter Leader with World Laughter Tour, Inc. He previously served as a marketing representative for the Naples Daily News, Ogden Directories and WGCU Public Media. Mark joined the Naples Sunrise Bay Toastmasters Club in February 2014 which inspired him join Avow as a Community Liaison, where he is involved in giving presentations to groups in the community regarding Avow's Services, Advanced Directives, and provides Laughter Therapy Sessions for several Memory Care facilities in Collier County. He currently serves on several committees including the Leadership Coalition on Aging Steering Committee, AARP Age Friendly Network Committee, Collier Cares Advisory Committee, Dementia Care and Cure Initiative Engagement Committee, Collier County Veterans Expo Committee and oversees the Immokalee Interagency Council.

• ADVANCE CARE PLANNING IN PARKINSON'S DISEASE: ADPA PRESENTATION
  ​Presented by Danielle Shpiner, MD (University of Miami Miller School of Medicine) 
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DANIELLE SHPINER, MD

Dr. Danielle Spengler Shpiner, joined the Department of Neurology as an Assistant Professor of Clinical Neurology in 2019. She is originally from Buffalo, New York. She attended college at Johns Hopkins University where she majored in Neuroscience. She graduated from Boston University School of Medicine and completed her internship and residency in Neurology at the University of Miami. In her final year of residency, she served as Chief Resident of Research and Education. She completed her fellowship in Movement Disorders at the University of Miami.

• HEALTH/NUTRITION
• TRANSITION PLANNING

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HEALTH & NUTRITION FOR PD
The following video recordings provide health and nutrition for persons with Parkinson's Disease.
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• Whole Foods/Whole Health 
  Presented by Carolyn Bivans, RDN​  
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Carolyn Bivans, RDN

Carolyn Bivans, RDN, is a Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist in private practice here in Naples.  After receiving her B.S. in Biology, she completed her Dietetics training at the Sage Graduate School in upstate NY.  She is a former New York State Dietetics Association scholarship recipient and is currently a member of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.
 
Throughout her career, Carolyn has taught seminars, written and developed educational materials, participated in grassroots farm-to-table initiatives, provided community nutrition education services, and contracted for other nutrition professionals in diverse environments. However, she most enjoys one-on-one counseling, helping patients achieve the best possible outcomes through customized, targeted nutrition interventions.
 
A former competitive equestrian, Carolyn is also a classically trained soprano, a recreational swimmer, and works part-time as a ballroom dancing instructor.

TRANSITION PLANNING
The following video recordings provide information on transition planning to address special needs and concerns for persons with Parkinson's Disease.
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• STREAMLINING YOUR TRANSITION: CONCIERGE MOVE MANAGEMENT AND ASSISTED TRAVEL SOLUTIONS TO EASE YOUR JOURNEY
  ​Presented by Tracy Mellion of Blue Star Move Management and Kerri Johnson of GOMO Travel ​
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Tracy Mellion of Blue Star Move Management and Kerri Johnson of GOMO Travel

Tracy Mellion - Blue Star Move Management,  is a dedicated professional in the senior move management industry, leading Blue Star Move Management. She specializes in simplifying life transitions, including downsizing, estate sales, and complete moving services for seniors and their families. Blue Star provides personalized assistance, from organizing and packing to settling into new living spaces, ensuring a stress-free experience for their clients. The company is an active member of the National Association of Senior & Specialty Move Managers (NASMM), reflecting its commitment to excellence in this specialized field​.
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Kerri Johnson - GOMO Travel,  is the driving force behind GOMO Travel, a service that empowers individuals with mobility challenges to travel confidently and safely. GOMO Travel provides personalized travel planning and assistance, ensuring accessibility and comfort for its clients. Kerri's mission is to make travel inclusive and enjoyable for everyone, especially those who may require additional support during their journeys​