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Saturday, June 28
 

7:00am EDT

Maximizing Function: Amplifying Voice and Movement – 0.75 CME
Saturday June 28, 2025 7:00am - 7:45am EDT
Parkinson’s disease and other movement disorders can impact the voice, resulting in soft, breathy speech devoid of pitch changes, articulation issues, and dysarthria. Parkinson’s disease is also characterized muscle rigidity causing small movements of the limbs. In this session we will review evidenced-based speech and physical therapies designed to help people with movement disorders speak louder and make larger limb movements to improve communication, movement, and ADL’s. This session will present the latest research on the efficacy of these treatments and allow attendees to participate in demonstration exercises to gain firsthand experience.
CME Faculty
avatar for Cynthia Fox, Ph.D., CCC-SLP

Cynthia Fox, Ph.D., CCC-SLP

LSVT Global
Cynthia Fox, Ph.D., CCC-SLP received her doctorate degree in Speech and Hearing Sciences from the University of Arizona, Tucson. Her training included a focus in the areas of neuroscience and motor control. She is an expert on rehabilitation and neuroplasticity and the role of exercise... Read More →
Saturday June 28, 2025 7:00am - 7:45am EDT
Lower Atrium

8:00am EDT

9:00am EDT

Break in Exhibit Hall
Saturday June 28, 2025 9:00am - 9:30am EDT
Saturday June 28, 2025 9:00am - 9:30am EDT
Woodrow Wilson A

9:30am EDT

The Changing Landscape in DBS for Movement Disorders - 0.5 CME
Saturday June 28, 2025 9:30am - 10:00am EDT
Technological advances are substantially altering the landscape for DBS treatment. This session explains key advances that characterize the field today, incorporating essential information for clinicians who use DBS or recommend it for their patients. Topics include remote programming, adaptive DBS, directional leads, closed-loop systems, rechargeable devices, and integration of existing systems with digital health tools.
CME Faculty
avatar for Anvi Gadani, MD

Anvi Gadani, MD

Medstar Georgetown University Hospital
Dr. Anvi Gadani is a Neurologist subspecializing in Movement Disorders with special interest in Memory Disorders at MedStar Montgomery Medical Center, affiliated with MedStar Georgetown University. She completed her residency in Neurology at the University of Connecticut and completed... Read More →
avatar for Gary Volkell, DO

Gary Volkell, DO

MedStar Georgetown University Hospital
Gary Volkell, DO, is a board-certified neurologist who is fellowship trained in movement disorders. He sees patients at MedStar Franklin Square Medical Center.Dr. Volkell specializes in treatment for Parkinson’s disease, dystonia (including cervical dystonia/spasmodic torticollis... Read More →
Saturday June 28, 2025 9:30am - 10:00am EDT
Woodrow Wilson B-D

10:00am EDT

Advances in DBS Placement – 0.5 CME
Saturday June 28, 2025 10:00am - 10:30am EDT
Advances in DBS placement can lead to improved outcomes and safety for patients. This session discusses innovations in imaging, robotic-assisted surgery, and real-time monitoring that enable more precise DBS placement and permit tailoring to individual patient anatomy and symptoms. The promise of asleep DBS will also be considered.
CME Faculty
avatar for Christopher Kalhorn, MD

Christopher Kalhorn, MD

MedStar Georgetown University Hospital
Dr. Christopher Kalhorn is Professor of Neurosurgery at Medstar Georgetown University Hospital. He is the Director of Functional and Epilepsy surgery at Medstar Georgetown. Dr. Kalhorn also serves as member of the Board of Directors at Medstar Health and is the Chair of the Quality... Read More →
Saturday June 28, 2025 10:00am - 10:30am EDT
Woodrow Wilson B-D

10:30am EDT

Reimagining Ablation in Movement Disorders: Magnetic Resonance Focused Ultrasound (MRfUS) – 0.5 CME
Saturday June 28, 2025 10:30am - 11:00am EDT
MRfUS is emerging as an important treatment option for selected movement disorders. This session will describe the clinical applications and patient selection for MRfUS, as well as a procedural overview, potential mechanisms, safety considerations, and future directions.
CME Faculty
avatar for Justin Martello, MD

Justin Martello, MD

ChristianaCare
Dr. Martello earned his medical degree from the University of Maryland, Baltimore. He completed his neurology residency as well as his fellowship in movement disorders at University of Maryland Medical Center. This was after earning his bachelor’s degree with honors in biology from... Read More →
Saturday June 28, 2025 10:30am - 11:00am EDT
Woodrow Wilson B-D

11:00am EDT

Break/transition
Saturday June 28, 2025 11:00am - 11:15am EDT
Saturday June 28, 2025 11:00am - 11:15am EDT

11:15am EDT

Hope on the Horizon: Emerging Therapies in PD – 0.75 CME
Saturday June 28, 2025 11:15am - 12:00pm EDT
Many new therapies are in development for Parkinson’s disease, from those grounded in the disease’s neuropathology to those repurposed from other indications. This session summarizes the status and evidence related to gene therapies, antibody-based therapies, growth factors, repurposed pharmacotherapies, and new formulations of existing medications.
CME Faculty
avatar for Rajesh Pahwa, MD

Rajesh Pahwa, MD

Director of Parkinson Foundation Center of Excellence at the University of Kansas Medical Center., University of Kansas Medical Center
Rajesh Pahwa, M.D., is the Laverne and Joyce Rider Professor of Neurology, chief of the Parkinson's and Movement Disorder Division and director of Parkinson Foundation Center of Excellence at the University of Kansas Medical Center.Dr. Pahwa received his medical degree at Seth G.S... Read More →
Saturday June 28, 2025 11:15am - 12:00pm EDT
Woodrow Wilson B-D

12:00pm EDT

Break in Exhibit Hall
Saturday June 28, 2025 12:00pm - 12:30pm EDT
Saturday June 28, 2025 12:00pm - 12:30pm EDT
Woodrow Wilson A

12:30pm EDT

1:30pm EDT

Break/transition
Saturday June 28, 2025 1:30pm - 1:45pm EDT
Saturday June 28, 2025 1:30pm - 1:45pm EDT

1:45pm EDT

DBS Advanced Techniques Case Review – 1 CME
Saturday June 28, 2025 1:45pm - 2:45pm EDT
This session features patient cases to help illustrate advanced DBS techniques.
CME Faculty
avatar for Pam Zeilman, NP

Pam Zeilman, NP

University of Florida Normal Fixel Institute for Neurological Disorders
Pam Zeilman is an Adult Nurse Practitioner who obtained her Master’s of Science in Adult Health Nursing at the University of Florida in 2006. She has been credentialed with the American Nurses Credentialing Center since 2007. Pam joined the University of Florida Normal Fixel Institute... Read More →
Saturday June 28, 2025 1:45pm - 2:45pm EDT
Annapolis 3-4

1:45pm EDT

DBS Fundamentals Case Review – 1 CME
Saturday June 28, 2025 1:45pm - 2:45pm EDT
This session uses patient cases to review the basic aspects of DBS therapy.
CME Faculty
avatar for Anvi Gadani, MD

Anvi Gadani, MD

Medstar Georgetown University Hospital
Dr. Anvi Gadani is a Neurologist subspecializing in Movement Disorders with special interest in Memory Disorders at MedStar Montgomery Medical Center, affiliated with MedStar Georgetown University. She completed her residency in Neurology at the University of Connecticut and completed... Read More →
avatar for Jacqueline Cristini, PA

Jacqueline Cristini, PA

Director, Deep Brain Stimulation Program, JFK University Medical Center
Jacqueline Cristini is a Physician Associate with greater than 25 years of professional experience augmented by a Master of Medical Science degree with 20 years of experience in Movement Disorders and expertise deep brain stimulation and focused ultrasound.Current position: Director... Read More →
Saturday June 28, 2025 1:45pm - 2:45pm EDT
Baltimore 1-2

1:45pm EDT

What Really Helps Patients: Integrating Neuropalliative Care – 1 CME
Saturday June 28, 2025 1:45pm - 2:45pm EDT
Patients with movement disorders have different needs and preferences, the recognition of which can dramatically impact quality of life. This session provides an overview of neuropalliative care, which includes advanced therapies and other treatments geared toward improving patient wellbeing. The session features patient interview videos that highlight the patient perspective and reviews research supporting the positive impact of neuropalliative care on patient quality of life.
CME Faculty
avatar for Jennifer Corcoran, MD

Jennifer Corcoran, MD

Senior Instructor of Neurology, niversity of Rochester Medical Center Neuropalliative Care Clinic
Jennifer Corcoran, MD, is a Senior Instructor of Neurology at the University of Rochester Medical Center Neuropalliative Care Clinic. She completed medical school, neurology residency, and movement disorders fellowship at the University of Rochester Medical Center. During medical... Read More →
Saturday June 28, 2025 1:45pm - 2:45pm EDT
Baltimore 3-4

2:45pm EDT

Break/transition
Saturday June 28, 2025 2:45pm - 3:00pm EDT
Saturday June 28, 2025 2:45pm - 3:00pm EDT

3:00pm EDT

Determining the Right Candidate for the Right Therapy – 1 CME
Saturday June 28, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Advanced therapy procedures such as DBS and MRfUS are important tools for treating selected movement disorders but it can be difficult to determine which patients are good candidates. With refinements in these procedures, the definition of a “good candidate” has evolved. This session uses case-based examples to identify patients who may benefit from advanced procedural therapies and how to select among the available treatment options.
CME Faculty
avatar for Pam Zeilman, NP

Pam Zeilman, NP

University of Florida Normal Fixel Institute for Neurological Disorders
Pam Zeilman is an Adult Nurse Practitioner who obtained her Master’s of Science in Adult Health Nursing at the University of Florida in 2006. She has been credentialed with the American Nurses Credentialing Center since 2007. Pam joined the University of Florida Normal Fixel Institute... Read More →
avatar for Rajesh Pahwa, MD

Rajesh Pahwa, MD

Director of Parkinson Foundation Center of Excellence at the University of Kansas Medical Center., University of Kansas Medical Center
Rajesh Pahwa, M.D., is the Laverne and Joyce Rider Professor of Neurology, chief of the Parkinson's and Movement Disorder Division and director of Parkinson Foundation Center of Excellence at the University of Kansas Medical Center.Dr. Pahwa received his medical degree at Seth G.S... Read More →
Saturday June 28, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Woodrow Wilson B-D

4:00pm EDT

Exhibit Hall Open
Saturday June 28, 2025 4:00pm - 7:00pm EDT
Saturday June 28, 2025 4:00pm - 7:00pm EDT
Woodrow Wilson A

4:15pm EDT

4:15pm EDT

4:30pm EDT

Conversation Corner Levels of Care: FAQ answered by Social Workers
Saturday June 28, 2025 4:30pm - 5:00pm EDT
As neurodegenerative diseases progress, the needs of patients and caregivers evolve, and they require increasing support. Social workers play a critical role in managing chronic neurological diseases, assisting patients and their families with emotional and social issues, connecting them to community resources, and helping plan care. This session will review levels of care, payment and coverage, and when to engage services and supports at each disease stage.  
Saturday June 28, 2025 4:30pm - 5:00pm EDT
Woodrow Wilson Lobby

5:30pm EDT

5:30pm EDT

Hands-On Innovation Workshop – Non-CME Event Sponsored by Medtronic
Saturday June 28, 2025 5:30pm - 7:00pm EDT
Saturday June 28, 2025 5:30pm - 7:00pm EDT
Baltimore 1-2

6:30pm EDT

 
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