Alberta Dystonia Symposium 2025
Registration is free, but spaces are limited.
Hosted by: Calgary Dystonia Support Group & Edmonton Dystonia Support Group
With support from: DMRF Canada
Join us for an engaging and informative afternoon at the Alberta Dystonia Symposium 2025 in Red Deer, where individuals affected by dystonia, caregivers, and healthcare professionals can learn, connect, and collaborate. This event features expert-led presentations, interactive sessions, and opportunities to build community support.
Event Details
Date: Saturday, September 20, 2025
Time: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Location: The Heartland Room, Westerner Park Harvest Centre, Red Deer, Alberta
View Venue DetailsAccessibility: Fully accessible venue with free parking.
Lunch will be provided
Guest Speakers
Dr. Aakash Shetty
Clinical Assistant Professor, University of Alberta
Neuro-Physiotherapist Dr. Jacquie Townsend
Professor of Neurology, University of Calgary
Dr. Davide Martino
Specialist in dystonia care and rehabilitation
Each speaker will share their expertise and take part in a brief question and answer section as part of their presentations.
There will be time set aside for participants to explore and learn from the experts, as well as time to meet, chat and share with each other.
Agenda
12:00 PM – Registration, lunch & networking
1:00 PM – Welcome & group activity
2:00 PM – Presentation and Q&A: Dr. Aakash Shetty
3:00 PM – Presentation and Q&A: Neuro-physiotherapy Jacquie Townsend
3:30 PM – Break
3:45 PM – Presentation and Q&A: Dr. Davide Martino
4:45 PM – Closing
Featured Topics
Advanced Therapies – DBS, Botox, EMG for muscle targeting
Neurological Physiotherapy – Dystonia-specific strategies
Awareness & Access – Improving diagnosis and support pathways
Speakers and topics subject to change.
Free registration – limited spots available.
Click the button below to secure your spot at the Alberta Dystonia Symposium 2025.
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Questions?
For questions and if you need assistance with transportation or can provide transportation, please contact support group leaders:
Joanne in Edmonton at (dystoniaassociation@gmail.com) or (587 456 8462)
With thanks to our supporters and co-sponsors:
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