The MS Summit Nashville – Physical Therapy, Wellness & Integrative Treatments, Symptom management & more

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Learning More about Multiple Sclerosis: Stretching/Physical Movement, Stress Management in MS, Holistic and Integrative Medicine and more.

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Program Location: 
Sonesta Hotel – Nashville Airport
600 Marriott Drive – Nashville, TN 37214
— Event Time: 6:00pm – 8:45 pm (CDT)

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No Walk-ins will be permitted therefore be sure to RSVP to attend

People living with MS and Care Partners are encouraged to attend this in-person Multiple Sclerosis Educational Program.  — 

Schedule/Topics: 

 6:05pm – Discussion: “What Biosimilars Could Mean for the Neurology Community”  Presented by:  Sarah Ikenberry   An FDA Biosimilars Expert
a 15 minute presentation + 5 min Q&A
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6:25pm – An introduction to strengthening exercises and movements specifically designed for people living with MS at any level. An interactive audience experience, understanding the benefits of movement, stretching, strength and building stamina.–

Presented by:  Dr. Gretchen Hawley, DPT – Doctor of Physical Therapy –
– a 25 minute presentation + 15 min Q&A  ————————————————————————————————–

7:05pm – “Mind Over MS: The Role of Stress Management in Multiple Sclerosis”? This will focus on the impact of stress on MS symptoms and the importance of stress management techniques in improving quality of life and foster emotional wellness for individuals with MS. –  —

Presented by: Jessica S. Thomas, LCSW  – Licensed Clinical Social Worker  –
a 25 minute presentation + 15 min Q&A
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7:45pm –   A Round-table interactive Q&A with MS professionals addressing topics that impact MS Patients and Care-partners.

** With an Expert MS Clinician Panel:   Patricia Pagnotta, ARNP;  Samuel Hunter, MD and Megan Weigel, DNP –
40 minute Roundtable + 20 min Q&A with audience