Movement Disorders

Movement Disorders Events

The Movement Disorders team hosts a variety of educational and supportive programming for patients, families, and the community. You can find more information about upcoming events and meetings in the Movement Disorders Calendar. You may contact Erika Adelman, LCSW, SIFI, movement disorders social worker, for any questions regarding Movement Disorders events or for assistance with registering for upcoming events.
Please follow this link to learn more about our support groups, meetings, and events for patients and caregivers.

NewYork–Presbyterian 2024 Annual Parkinson’s Disease Symposium

The Annual Parkinson’s Disease Symposium is open to patients, caregivers, health care providers, and community partners and focuses on:

  • Parkinson’s Disease
  • Treatment and surgical options
  • Advances in care and research
  • Developing a more in-depth understanding of the disease including lifestyle medicine, intimacy, cognition, and the emotional journey of the patient and caregiver

Videos from the symposium:

  • Neurology Access to Care Orientation

    Wednesday, December 11, 2024
    1:00 PM to 2:00 PM
    Online Event
    • Healthcare
    This is a monthly workshop for caregivers and patients across the Department of Neurology to understand how to access important “concrete” services that you or your loved ones may need throughout their treatment journey. We will discuss important topics such as transportation, disability, enrolling in Medicaid, advance care planning, as well as managing the emotional burden of caregiving.  Facilitated by a licensed social worker who specializes in neurology.This meeting occurs via Zoom on the second Wednesday of each month, from 1-2pm. Registration is not required.