2021 Live Event on October 22, 2021

The 2021 Neuroscience Expo will take place virtually on Friday, Oct. 22, 2021. Join us online for this free event and get the latest information about treatments, rehabilitation and support resources. Presenters will include neurologists and neuropsychologists; physical, occupational and speech therapists; and more.

The expo is offered virtually to allow those living with a neurological condition and their caregivers to conveniently connect for support.

Select and view topics that are of interest to you:

Headache and migraine

• 10:00 to 10:20 a.m. –  “Learning How to Predict Your Migraine,” Mandy J. Whitt, M.D.
• 10:30 to 10:50 a.m. – “New Developments in the Management of Migraine,” Jeffrey H. Frank, M.D.
• 11:00 to 11:20 a.m. – “Managing Migraine in the Workplace,” Brian M. Plato, D.O.
• 11:30 a.m. to noon – Live Q&A, Brian M. Plato, D.O.

 Memory care, including Alzheimer’s disease and dementia

• 10:00 to 10:20 a.m. – “I’ve Lost My Keys, Am I Losing My Mind? Normal vs. Abnormal Brain Aging,” Brandon Dennis, Psy.D.
• 10:30 to 10:50 a.m. – “Stages of Dementia and What to Expect,” Rachel N. Hart, D.O.
• 11:00 to 11:20 a.m. – “Aduhelm. Is This Medication Changing the Game for Alzheimer’s Disease?,” Gregory Cooper, M.D., Ph.D.
• 11:30 a.m. to noon – Live Q&A, Gregory Cooper, M.D., Ph.D.

Parkinson’s disease

• 1:00 to 1:20 p.m. – “The Future of Parkinson’s Disease Treatments,” Jason L. Crowell, M.D.
• 1:30 to 1:50 p.m. – “Does Parkinson’s Disease Impact Memory?,” Bradley S. Folley, Ph.D.
• 2:00 to 2:20 p.m. – “The Importance of Exercise in Parkinson’s Disease,” Natalie Vance, P.T., DPT, NCS
• 2:30 to 3:00 p.m. – Live Q&A, Jason L. Crowell, M.D.

Multiple sclerosis (MS)

• 1:00 to 1:20 p.m. – “Choosing the Right Disease-modifying Therapy,” Geeta Ganesh, M.D.
• 1:30 to 1:50 p.m. – “You Have MS. Don’t Forget About the Rest of Your Body,” Jocelyn McGuire, APRN
• 2:00 to 2:20 p.m. – “The Elephant in the Room: Incontinence and Intimacy,” Anna V. Bite, D.O.
• 2:30 to 3:00 p.m. ­– Live Q&A, Geeta Ganesh, M.D., and Anna V. Bite, D.O.

Starting Oct. 23, 2021, recordings of live presentations will be available on demand. Those who register for on-demand access will be able to view this content until Nov. 23, 2021.

A device with internet access and an email address are required to participate.

What Does a Virtual Conference Look Like?

During the 2021 Neuroscience Expo, you will be able to participate virtually in the track(s) of your choice. A collection of presentations will cover a variety of topics. Opportunities to connect with support resources will be available through a virtual vendor expo. You can view the sessions anywhere you have a device with internet access. Your personal image, identity or video capability will not be used.

Who Should Attend the Neuroscience Expo?

This virtual expo is designed for:

• Individuals with a neurological condition
• Caregivers and family
• Support care providers
• Clinical care providers
• Community resource providers

My Condition of Interest Isn’t a Designated Track. What Should I Choose?

The Neuroscience Expo is designed around designated disease tracks, but many related conditions will be supported as a part of these tracks. View the track that is the most closely related to your area of interest.