2026 Health and Brain Spanish Community Event
Living with a neurological condition or caring for someone who is, can come with many questions. Join UCI Health neurology experts for a free educational event designed to help you better understand Parkinson's disease, stroke, dementia, Alzheimer's disease and other neurological conditions.
During this event you will:
- Learn about symptom, diagnosis and treatment options
- Discover resources available for patients and caregivers
- Gain practical information to help you navigate your care with confidence
Whether you're living with a neurological condition, supporting a loved one or simply interested in learning more, you'll leave with trusted information and a better understanding of your care options.
Saturday, August 22, 2026
9-1:20 p.m.
*Breakfast from 9-9:30 a.m.
Location
UC Irvine - Beckman Center
100 Academy Way
Irvine, CA 92617
Panelists:
Maria Corrada, ScM, ScD - UCI Neurology and Epidemiology
Michael Lopez, PhD - UCI Neuropsychology
Alexandra Lopez Vera, PhD - California University of Science and Medicine, Director of the Medical Spanish Program
Cony Martinez, PhD - Director of Cinema Culturas & Associate professor at California University of Science and Medicine
Nicolas Phielipp, MD - UCI Health Parkinson's and Movement Disorders Program
Aholibama Ruiz, PhD - UCI Neuropsychology