Parkinson's - AHSC Office of Public Affairs - University of Arizona

Parkinson’s ProgramFeatures PanelParkinson’s patients and caregivers gatheredSaturday, February 2nd in DuVal auditoriumto participate in a unique and valuable program.The brainchild of renowned landscape architectRichard Carothers, the program was designedaround the most frequent issues posed byregistrants. By Carothers design, nearly everyattendee submitted a question to be addressed bya panel of caretakers and people with Parkinson’s.The collaboration between the UA College ofMedicine’s Medical Neurosciences Program andthe Arizona Chapter of the American Parkinson’sDisease Association attracted 256 participants.“I wanted to provide some very practicalinformation that would benefit people,” saidCarothers, program chair and Parkinson’s patient.“Those living with the disease and providing carehave the best information about this disease andhow to address issues as they arise.” In additionto covering the topics presented prior to theprogram, the panel members answered questionsfrom the audience. Scott Sherman, MD, PhD,associate professor of Neurology at the Collegeof Medicine and medical director of ArizonaChapter of APDA, provided a research update.Feedback about the program was very positive.If you would like to be added to the mailing listfor information on upcoming programs,please call (520) 626-2827 or emailhealth@email.arizona.edu.Richard CarothersDr. Scott Sherman provides an update onParkinson’s research underway at the UACollege of Medicine.Sheldon Smith, Arizona Daily WildcatA panel of patients and caregivers shared their Parkinson’s experiences (from left to right) Lupe Robles,Carmeline Siani, Sharon Kha, Carroll Morris, Gary Morris and Larry Paul.Sheldon Smith, Arizona Daily Wildcat