Calendar of Events

This is Parkinson's Podcast
  • The 2026 PWR! Retreat

    El Conquistador Tucson, A Hilton Resort 10000 N Oracle Rd, Tucson, AZ, United States

    PWR! Retreat for Parkinson’s disease is scheduled for May 3-9, 2026, at the El Conquistador Tucson, a Hilton Resort in Arizona. This week-long, intensive, in-person event offers Parkinson-specific exercise classes, expert-led educational sessions, and social activities designed to improve function and quality of life for individuals with Parkinson's and their care partners.

  • This Is Parkinson’s Podcast – The Chemicals Around Us | Guest: Dr. Ray Dorsey

    Dr. Ray Dorsey, a neurologist and leading expert in PD discusses the environmental causes of Parkinson's, emphasizing that chemicals in our environment, not genetics, are the primary drivers. He highlights the importance of reducing exposure to these chemicals to prevent and slow the disease. The conversation also touches on the need for advocacy and awareness...

  • 7th World Parkinson Congress

    Phoenix Convention Center 100 N 3rd St, Phoenix, AZ, United States

    Bringing the global Parkinson's community together to expedite Parkinson's research, build collaborations for innovative research projects and to improve and advance current care models.

  • This Is Parkinson’s Podcast – Choosing Joy Over Fear | Guest: Donna Parkhurst

    Lisa has an insightful conversation with Donna Parkhurst about receiving her early onset diagnosis on the heels of her mother’s passing from the same disease. She’s turned her story into one of advocacy, helping others on her growing social media platform with honest and raw videos about what it’s like to live with Parkinson’s.

  • This Is Parkinson’s Podcast – Embracing Your Truth: Makeup, Resilience, and Parkinson’s | Guest: Molly Stern

    Molly Stern, a Hollywood makeup artist turned Parkinson's warrior, shares her raw, inspiring journey from diagnosis to empowerment—and how she found her strength in authenticity, humor, and deep connection. Her story is a masterclass in resilience, revealing the surprising ways she navigates her career, family, and identity while living with Parkinson's. You'll discover the pivotal...

  • Parkinson’s IQ + You | St. Louis, MO

    Parkinson’s IQ + You is a series of free in-person events designed to empower patients and care partners to manage the disease, learn about the latest research and connect with local resources. These events are fully accessible and designed for people at every stage in their journey with Parkinson's. To ensure a spot, we encourage...

  • Parkinson’s IQ + You | Dallas/Fort Worth – Arlington, TX

    Parkinson’s IQ + You is a series of free in-person events designed to empower patients and care partners to manage the disease, learn about the latest research and connect with local resources. These events are fully accessible and designed for people at every stage in their journey with Parkinson's. To ensure a spot, we encourage...

  • Parkinson’s IQ + You | Washington D.C.

    Parkinson’s IQ + You is a series of free in-person events designed to empower patients and care partners to manage the disease, learn about the latest research and connect with local resources. These events are fully accessible and designed for people at every stage in their journey with Parkinson's. To ensure a spot, we encourage...