Our January 2024 Wellness Webcast features Dr. Joseph Quinn, Director, OHSU Parkinson Center and Movement Disorders Program. Whether you’re a newly diagnosed patient, a caregiver, or simply interested in learning more, this webcast will provide an overview of Parkinson’s disease.
Like many of our Program Advisor Council members, Lynn Hubert, has connected with many people living with Parkinson’s and their care partners in our community. One of those individuals is Lloyd Transue, a care partner for his wife, Anne Transue, who was diagnosed in 2014 and passed away in October this year. Anne grew up in Albany, Oregon, graduated from OSU in 1963 with a degree in Elementary Education, and taught 1st grade for the next 26 years.
Lynn shares that Lloyd maintained a supportive and loving environment throughout her journey. In memory of Anne, he is donating the funds from the sale of shirts he designed to causes Anne cared about, including the Brian Grant Foundation. Click here to find out how you can help.
Music therapy has shown to improve the quality of life for individuals living with Parkinson’s by addressing various physical, emotional, and cognitive aspects of PD. Maggie Johnson, MT-BC, a Licensed Music Therapist and Music Therapy Director with EarthTones NW leads a presentation, demonstration, and sing-a-long, followed by a Q&A.
Julia Robinson, M.S., CCC-SLP, Lauren McIntyre, PT, DPT, CSRS, Amy Dodson, OT discuss how occupational, physical, and speech therapy supports people living with Parkinson’s and ways these therapies can address the various aspects of fatigue management.
Our webcast panel discusses the importance of exercise and PD and how finding something you enjoy, like hiking and dance, can change your outlook on Parkinson’s. Our panelists include Nate Coomer, PT, DPT, NCS of The Parkinson’s Fitness Project, Chris Daigre of danceDaigre, and Derek Torrey of Pass to Pass.
Expert Q&A on the topic of Living with Parkinson’s Disease. Presented by Michael S. Okun, MD, Professor and Chair, Department of Neurology, Medical Director, Parkinson’s Foundation.
Delaram Safarpour, MD, MSCE, discuss the benefits of early referral for patient outcomes, clinical trial participation and equity in care for people with Parkinson’s disease.
Dr. Carol-Ann Nelson talks about the science, like the neuroplasticity, why gait matters, and ways to maximize the benefits of walking.
If it is hard to get outside, find tips on walking using a treadmill.
Dr. Amie Hiller is a Movement Disorders physician/neurologist at OHSU and the Parkinson’s Center of Oregon. Dr. Hiller talks about the science behind emotional stress and the brain, and stress reduction and mindfulness successes.
