Join the APDA on June 3, 10am PT, for “Practical Ways to Increase Activity With PD.” In this webinar, explore simple, effective ways to increase movement throughout the day — at home, in the community, and within your daily routines. This is part of the “Let’s Keep Moving With APDA” webinar series.
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During a recent Parkinson’s Foundation webinar Harvard’s Margaret O’Connor, PhD, an expert in driving assessments, spoke on the subject of driving and Parkinson’s. While the mechanical skill of driving (procedural memory) often holds up well, PD can impact the complex cognitive and physical abilities needed for safe driving.
One of the most powerful points Dr. O’Connor made was the importance of getting an objective evaluation rather than relying on guesswork or difficult family conversations alone.
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On Wednesday, May 28, at 11am PT, in the latest episode of Dr. Gilbert Hosts, Dr. Rebecca Gilbert will discuss the impact that Parkinson’s Disease (PD) has on other medical issues with her guest, movement disorders specialist Julie Kurek, MD.
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Brain Support Network and Stanford’s Movement Disorders Center were pleased to present Stanford’s Carla Abdelnour, MD, speaking on “Lewy Body Dementia: Future Directions,” on April 17, 2025. Dr. Abdelnour’s talk focused on recent research findings and future research that may affect treatment of those with LBD. She provided a short overview of Lewy body dementia (LBD), which is an umbrella term that includes Parkinson’s Disease Dementia and Dementia with Lewy Bodies.
… Full Story>Stanford’s Movement Disorders Center and Brain Support Network are pleased to present Carla Abdelnour, MD, speaking on Lewy Body Dementia: Future Directions, on Thursday, April 17, 1pm PT. Dr. Abdelnour’s talk will focus on recent research findings and future research that may affect treatment of those with LBD. She will provide a short overview of Lewy body dementia (LBD), which is an umbrella term that includes Parkinson’s Disease Dementia and Dementia with Lewy Bodies.
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