In a special one-time broadcast, APDA is bringing together an extraordinary panel of Parkinson’s champions: Dr. Ray Dorsey and Dr. Michael Okun, renowned Parkinson’s experts and authors of The Parkinson’s Plan, along with Congressman Gus Bilirakis, one of the most effective and passionate advocates for the Parkinson’s community in Congress.

On Wednesday, November 5, join Anne Hubbard, APDA’s Chief Public Policy Officer, as she hosts an engaging and insightful discussion focused on:

Key public policy initiatives outlined in The Parkinson’s Plan

APDA’s efforts to elevate Parkinson’s disease (PD) as a federal priority

The National Parkinson’s Project

APDA’s new Public Policy & Advocacy Department

How you can make your voice heard and drive change

Don’t miss this exciting opportunity to hear directly from some of the most influential leaders shaping the future of Parkinson’s policy and advocacy. Our special guests will also answer audience questions live during the program — submit yours in advance when you register!

Reserve your spot today for this can’t-miss conversation!

Register here -> https://www.apdaparkinson.org/events/public-policy-the-parkinsons-plan/

Nov. 5/Wednesday — Innovations in Parkinson’s Diagnosis, 3-4 p.m., by Brian Grant Foundation. 

Register here.

Join us for a special webinar featuring Todd D. Levine, MD, Chief Medical Officer and Co-Founder of CND Life Sciences who will discuss the Syn-One Test®, a groundbreaking diagnostic tool that uses skin biopsies to detect abnormal alpha-synuclein, the protein linked to Parkinson’s disease and related conditions. Dr. Levine will also share insights on what’s on the horizon for future diagnostic developments and what this could mean for earlier detection, more accurate diagnoses, and improved care for people living with Parkinson’s.

What You Need to Know with Dr. Christina Awann, 11 a.m., by Davis Phinney Foundation. Register hhttps://secure2.convio.net/dpf/site/SSurvey?ACTION_REQUIRED=URI_ACTION_USER_REQUESTS&SURVEY_ID=5200ere.   

A Conversation with Dr. Michael Okun
Thursday, November 6, 2025

1:30 p.m. EST
Webinar on ZOOM 
Link will be emailed to you in the registration confirmation
Here from Dr. Michael Okun regarding his latest work with Dr. Ray Dorsey

"The Parkinson's Plan"
Fiindings about Parkinson's disease "From Cause to Care and What We Can Do Next."

register

https://secure.qgiv.com/for/apdageorgia/event/drmichaelokun/

Capital District Parkinson's Support Group Fall Party

Saturday, November 15 Noon to 3 PM

Come for a delicious lunch and an afternoon of games and friendship. Be among the first to see and hear about the brand-new Parkinson's Center YMCA. 

read more and register https://www.cdparkinsons.org/2025-fall-party

Place: Parkinson's Center YMCA

98 Wolf Rd, Colonie, NY 12205  - In the Hannaford Shopping Plaza​​

$20 per person

Reserve by November 8, 2025

Reservations limited to 100 people

Nov. 18/Tuesday — Understanding Parkinson’s-Related Hallucinations & Delusions, 3-4 p.m., by Parkinson & Movement Disorder Alliance. Register here.  

If you or your loved one is experiencing Parkinson’s-related hallucinations and delusions, there may be something you can do. This free educational program will explore the symptoms of hallucinations and delusions associated with Parkinson’s disease and an FDA-approved treatment. We’ll hear from a Parkinson’s disease specialist and a care partner of someone who has experienced PD-related hallucinations or delusions. Join us to learn more together!

Speaker: Martha McGraw, MD

Please Join Us

Free and open to the public,

but participants must register in

advance. Lunch will be provided.

These programs are an opportunity for patients with

Parkinson’s disease, essential tremor, and dystonia, and

their family members, to learn about the benefits and risks

of DBS therapy from Albany Medical Center’s functional

neurosurgeon and movement disorder neurologist.

To register or for more information,

please call 518-262-1643 or

email movement@amc.edu

UPCOMING DATES:

June 10, 2026

Noon–1 p.m.

Parkinson’s Center of the

Capital Region at the YMCA

98 Wolf Rd.

Albany, NY 12205

ABOUT CONGRESS

What: 7th World Parkinson Congress
Who is invited: All stakeholders in the Parkinson’s community
When: Sun., May 24 – Wed., May 27, 2026
Where: Phoenix, Arizona, USA
Address: Phoenix Convention Center

https://wpc2026.org/#

Please Join Us

Free and open to the public,

but participants must register in

advance. Lunch will be provided.

These programs are an opportunity for patients with

Parkinson’s disease, essential tremor, and dystonia, and

their family members, to learn about the benefits and risks

of DBS therapy from Albany Medical Center’s functional

neurosurgeon and movement disorder neurologist.

To register or for more information,

please call 518-262-1643 or

email movement@amc.edu

UPCOMING DATES:

Sept. 10, 2025

Oct. 29, 2025

March 18, 2026

June 10, 2026

Noon–1 p.m.

Parkinson’s Center of the

Capital Region at the YMCA

98 Wolf Rd.

Albany, NY 12205