Parenting & Parkinson’s Disease Parenting with Parkinson’s disease (PD) can add a layer of complexity to the already challenging job of raising kids. On this episode of Dr. Gilbert Hosts, we introduce you to some special guestswho are navigating the unique challenges of parenting with PD: Helena and her adult son Alex; Hiro and his […]
Parenting & Parkinson’s Disease Parenting with Parkinson’s disease (PD) can add a layer of complexity to the already challenging job of raising kids. On this episode of Dr. Gilbert Hosts, we introduce you to some special guestswho are navigating the unique challenges of parenting with PD: Helena and her adult son Alex; Hiro and […]
In this session of Dr. Gilbert Hosts, special guest Ted Thompson discussed advocacy for PD and the National Plan to End Parkinson’s Act, and answered audience questions live. On behalf of Unified Parkinson’s Advocacy Council, or UPAC, a group consisting of many national and local Parkinson’s disease non-profit organizations, including APDA, Ted and his team […]
In this session of Dr. Gilbert Hosts, special guest Ted Thompson discussed advocacy for PD and the National Plan to End Parkinson’s Act, and answered audience questions live. On behalf of Unified Parkinson’s Advocacy Council, or UPAC, a group consisting of many national and local Parkinson’s disease non-profit organizations, including APDA, Ted and his […]
In this session of APDA’s Dr. Gilbert Hosts, special guest Dr. Jasdeep Hundal shared his expertise on cognitive rehabilitation and answered audience questions live. Changes in cognition can unfortunately be a common non-motor symptom of Parkinson’s disease (PD). Mild cognitive impairment (MCI) is an early stage of cognitive difficulty that does not interfere with a […]
In this session of APDA’s Dr. Gilbert Hosts, special guest Dr. Jasdeep Hundal shared his expertise on cognitive rehabilitation and answered audience questions live. Changes in cognition can unfortunately be a common non-motor symptom of Parkinson’s disease (PD). Mild cognitive impairment (MCI) is an early stage of cognitive difficulty that does not interfere with […]
In this session of Dr. Gilbert Hosts, special guest Dr. Jori Fleisher shared her expertise on the ins and outs of palliative care and answered audience questions live. Palliative care is a medical approach for those with complex illnesses, in which the focus is on maximizing quality of life. Contrary to popular belief, palliative care […]
In this session of Dr. Gilbert Hosts, special guest Dr. Maria Ospina joined us to discuss the common sleep issues for people with PD and steps you can take to improve your sleep and quality of life. Many people with Parkinson’s disease (PD) experience difficulties with their sleep. Insomnia, restless leg syndrome, frequent nighttime awakenings, […]
Dr. Gilbert Hosts: Sleep Issues & Parkinson’s Disease In this session of Dr. Gilbert Hosts, special guest Dr. Maria Ospina joined us to discuss the common sleep issues for people with PD and steps you can take to improve your sleep and quality of life. Many people with Parkinson’s disease (PD) experience difficulties with their […]
Dr. Gilbert Hosts: Advances in DBS with Dr. Alon Mogilner DescriptionDr. Rebecca Gilbert speaks with special guest Dr. Alon Mogilner, DBS neurosurgeon, fora conversation about the recent advances in DBS for Parkinson’s disease.TimeNovember 5, 2020 12:00 PM in Eastern Time (US and Canada) Register