In mid-February, the American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA) hosted a panel of researchers who gave updates on their areas of research and the value of research in Parkinson’s disease (PD). Neurosurgeon Dr. Nicole Bentley and psychiatrist Dr. Daniel Weintraub reviewed deep brain stimulation techniques that improve cognitive symptoms. Neurologist Dr. Mohammad Shahnawaz and movement disorder specialist Dr. David Standaert explored a blood test that can diagnose Parkinson’s disease. Biochemist and person with PD Dr. Kevin McFarthing, explained the vital importance of PD research for those living with PD.
… Full Story>Archives for 2022
March 2022 – Caregiver Webinar and other Virtual Events
Every month, Stanford Parkinson’s Community Outreach produces a list of Parkinson’s-related webinars and virtual meetings with speakers. Here’s our March 2022 list.
… Full Story>March 2022 – Parkinson’s Webinars and Virtual Meetings with Speakers
Every month, Stanford Parkinson’s Community Outreach produces a list of Parkinson’s-related webinars and virtual meetings with speakers. Here’s our March 2022 list.
… Full Story>Gender Matters: a Panel Discussion of Gender Differences in Parkinson’s Disease – APDA Webinar on February 23, 1030am PT
Many people know that Parkinson’s affects twice as many men as women. But did you know that their clinical features, their progression, and the way they experience living with PD is also different? For this special virtual event APDA Northwest Chapter will convene a panel of two men and two women, all living with Parkinson’s disease, for a lively discussion about gender differences in Parkinson’s. Panelists will share their experiences and how they have become advocates for their own health. Each will share their favorite tips on working with their healthcare team to maximize quality of life. Register now for this free American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA) webinar, taking place on February 23, 10:30am PT.
… Full Story>“Maintaining Momentum [with a PD exercise program]” – Webinar notes
This American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA) webinar in December focused on tips and tricks to help everyone stick with a Parkinson’s disease (PD) exercise program. The speaker was Nick Wendel, DPT, with the APDA National Rehabilitation Resource Center for Parkinson’s Disease at Boston University.
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