To PWP in Ontario, and New York state
A symposium on Parkinsons plus
The disorders are:-
(MSA) Multiple System Atrophy
(PSP) Progressive Supranuclear Palsy
(CBD) Corticobasal Degeneration
(SDS) Shy Drager Syndrome
(SND) Striatonigral Degeneration
(OPCA) Olivopontocerebellar Atrophy
Parkinsonism is rhe family name for a number of condtions with symptoms of
stiffness, tremor, poor co-ordination and poor balance.
In the Parkinsonism 'family' there are a number of disorders which are
called Parkinsons Plus. In the early stages it can be difficult to
distinguish Parkinsons Plus from ordinary Parkinsons. ( The absence of a
good response to anti-parkinson medications sometimes suggests a
diagnosis of Parkinsons plus.)
The first Canadian conference entirely devoted to their diagnosis and
treatment will take place June 14 1997 near Toronto.
This conference sounds like an excellent way to learn about Parkinsons
Plus.
Details follow:-
Name --The James Cameron Memorial Symposium on Parkinsonian
Syndromes
For --Patients, Families and Health Care Providers
When --Saturday, June 14, 1997 9:30am
Where--Markham Stouffville Hospital Auditorium. The hospital is
In Markham, which is north east of Toronto Canada
SPEAKERS:
Christine Devoy, MSW,
Dr Roy Freeman, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Boston, Harvard
Dr Mark Guttman, Markham Stouffville Hospital, University of Toronto,
Pamela West RN, MSc.
Registration fee $25 per person (includes Lunch but Parking $6.50 more)
Information
The Parkinson Foundation of Canada
Central Ontario Region, Toronto Ontario Canada
Call toll free 1-800-437-6464
call (416) 932-0315
fax(416) 932-1206
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