Upcoming Events

Updates in PD Research and Treatment Options
An APDA Parkinson’s Education Program
Saturday, August 23, 2025
Location: The Emory Brain Health Center 12 Executive Park Dr., NE, Atlanta, GA 30329
1st Floor Conference Rm.
Doors open at 9:30 a.m. Program: 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
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About the Program
Join the American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA) for an engaging and informative morning designed for individuals and families affected by Parkinson’s disease.
“Updates in PD Research and Treatment Options” will feature expert insights into cutting-edge treatments and real-world tools shaping PD care today.
Featured speakers include:
Mariangela Scarduzio, PhD, University of Alabama at Birmingham – Levodopa Induced Dyskinesia
Lena H. Ting, Ph.D., FAIMBE, McCamish Distinguished Chair in Biomedical Engineering
Emory University and Georgia Tech
Nathan Baune, PhD, Emory University, Biomedical Engineering Lab, Gait and Balance Research
Lucas McKay, PhD, MSCR – Artificial Intelligence transforming PD Research
Jaime Hatcher-Martin – What Artificial Intelligence Means to You
Hear about real-world information and an interactive experience, such as a demonstration with actual equipment used in the laboratory.

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Parkinson’s Awareness Training for First Responders
Date: Wednesday, October 15, 2025
Time: 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 PM
Location: Chattahoochee Technical College
Auditorium
400 Nathan Dean Blvd, Dallas, GA30132
This program is FREE and educational credits may be available per your individual precinct requirements

Please register – lunch will be provided

APDA Parkinson’s Roadmap for 
Education and Support Services (PRESS) ™
The PRESS Program is designed for those diagnosed with PD within the last 5 years. This 8-week program, conducted in a support group format, will help you feel empowered, in control, and optimistic. Free program – Space is limited. Registration is required. 

Dates: Tuesdays, August 12 – September 30
Time: 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: Virtual, on Zoom
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