Whether you have been diagnosed with Parkinson’s and are experiencing unexpected cognitive changes, or you are living with dementia with Lewy bodies and noticing movement symptoms, “Converging Paths: The Intersection of Lewy Body and Parkinson’s” will help you understand the shared features of these conditions—and the resources available to support you.
Hosted by the Lewy Body Dementia Association and the Davis Phinney Foundation this webinar will connect two often-overlapping worlds: Parkinson’s and Lewy body dementia (LBD). Samantha K. Holden, MD, MS, FAAN, a cognitive and movement disorders neurologist at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus, will discuss:
- How Parkinsonism and Lewy body dementia intersect
- Why accurate diagnosis matters
- Tools, therapies and support systems from both communities
Dr. Holden’s presentation will be followed by a panel discussion with individuals and care partners who will share their lived-experiences with Parkinsonism and LBD, insights on navigating the diagnostic journey, and routines, strategies and resources they have found helpful while managing these overlapping challenges.
At the end of the webinar, you will be able to:
- Recognize how the shared features of Parkinson’s and LBD help families make sense of symptoms and feel more informed.
- Understand how accurate diagnosis guides safer treatment decisions and supports clearer planning for both individuals and care partners.
- Recognize how people living with these conditions can benefit from the full range of resources across both communities, helping reduce stigma and opening access to meaningful support.
About Samantha K. Holden, MD, MS, FAAN
Samantha K. Holden, MD, MS, FAAN is a cognitive and movement disorders neurologist at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus. She is the Vice Chair of Neurology Clinical Practice, clinical director of outpatient neurology for University of Colorado Hospital, and the site principal investigator of the Lewy Body Dementia Association Research Center of Excellence at the University of Colorado. She is the inaugural chairholder of the Penny S. Burke Endowed Chair in Behavioral Neurology. Her research focuses on patient-centered outcome measures of cognition and related daily function, as well as non-pharmacological interventions for cognitive impairment.
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