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UVA Health launches clinical trial to determine if focused ultrasound can help people quit cocaine

Pioneering researchers at UVA Health are testing whether focused sound waves can help people overcome cocaine addiction, a growing problem across the nation.

Source: AZO Network
August 22, 2023
Research reveals surprising genetic overlap between neurological and psychiatric disorders

Researchers compared the shared genetic risk and biological foundations of neurological and mental illnesses.

Source: AZO Network
August 1, 2023
Spinal neural circuit dysfunction mediates movement symptoms in dystonia

Many neurological conditions that involve involuntary muscle contractions have long been considered as diseases of the brain.

Source: AZO Network
June 6, 2023
Novel assay for identifying individuals with synucleinopathies using serum samples

Synucleinopathies are a group of neurodegenerative diseases caused by the abnormal accumulation α-synuclein, a protein normally found in the brain and neurons. Incorrect folding of α-synuclein leads to formation of 'seeds', which attract more α-synuclein proteins to form larger clumps.

Source: AZO Network
May 29, 2023
Gout unveiled as surprising culprit in neurodegenerative diseases

Research highlights the association between gout and neurodegenerative diseases, revealing that gout patients exhibit smaller brain volumes, increased brain iron markers, and a higher incidence of conditions such as dementia, Parkinson's disease, and essential tremor, particularly within the first three years after diagnosis.

Source: AZO Network
May 22, 2023
Pioneering focused ultrasound trial shows promising results for patients with Parkinson’s disease

The findings of a major international trial to test a high-tech, scalpel-free approach to treating movement problems caused by Parkinson’s disease have been published in the prestigious New England Journal of Medicine.

Source: AZO Network
May 13, 2023

Movement Disorders
Foundation of Arizona

The Movement Disorders Foundation of Arizona is a non-profit organization dedicated to improving the lives of people living with movement disorders, with a particular focus on Parkinsonism and Parkinson's disease.

From providing free community services to novel treatment procedures, the Foundation is dedicated in establishing proper care and support to the people afflicted with movement disorders and their families. We believe that by providing the programs and opportunities that focus on managing their disability, we can enrich the lives of people living with movement disorders here in our community.

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The Movement Disorders Foundation of Arizona is focused on helping people living with movement disorders, with particular focus on Parkinson's disease and Parkinsonism.

Help support the Foundation's mission to enrich the lives of people living with movement disorders through education, research, and community support. With your help, you would be empowering the Foundation to help these people pursue wellness and enable them to live healthy and fulfilling lives.

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Audience Testimonials

Jun 8, 2024
"Thank you for providing these! I'm newly diagnosed and eager to learn more."
Oct 29, 2023
"More webinar like this!"
Aug 1, 2022
"Very good stimulation and variety."
Jul 25, 2022
"I believe I have been to all the boxing classes (zoom, 4). This is the best one yet. To make it even better, more class participation with students counting the exercises with the instructor (good voice training). One, Two, three, etc,"
Jun 3, 2022
"This has been a really eye opening program for me."
Jun 3, 2022
"Excellent presentation by Dr Subraheinem (SP). She gave answers to questions that were on point"
Jun 3, 2022
"The Wellness Webinar was a big help. Thank you! Let’s have more of this coz it gives encouragement to PD patients and to caregivers."
Jun 3, 2022
"Outstanding webinar! Breakout rooms were enjoyable. Learned a lot from the speakers."
Mar 11, 2022
"Thank you for such in-depth descriptions & explanations of the topics. I probably won’t remember the difficult names of meds mentioned, but I will remember that there are meds for Hallucinations, & other side effects. It was very informative. Blessings"
Mar 11, 2022
"Fantastic learning experience"
Mar 11, 2022
"I would like to share this talk with my sister who was diagnosed with PD"
Mar 11, 2022
"The breakout rooms are helpful. The sponsor videos were a bit choppy. The webinar was very enjoyable and educational. Kudos to the MDFA."
Nov 19, 2021
"5 stars for both speakers! Information relevant to me and my desire to become more well-informed regarding disease."
Nov 19, 2021
"This was really a very very good webinar. Kudos to the organizers. The breakout rooms were much better this time. I am looking forward to the next webinar."
Nov 19, 2021
"Outstanding webinar. The Q & A portion is really informative and engaging."
Aug 27, 2021
"The webinars are very insightful. Thank you for making it available."
Aug 27, 2021
"Very good seminar. Learned a lot. Looking forward to the next one."
Aug 27, 2021
"It was fantastic and I was very grateful. The two doctors were really really wonderful"
Aug 27, 2021
"Very interesting subject regarding gastrointestinal symptoms. Very good information and was easy to understand."
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Event Calendar

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Mar 27
,  2025

Educational Webinar
Pump and Other Alternative Therapies for Parkinson's

Presented by: Dr. Sangeeta Agarwal

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Mar 1
,  2025

Educational Webinar
Solutions to Sleep Related Issues in Parkinson's, Tremor & Normal Aging

Presented by: Ruchir P. Patel, MD
Virgilio Gerald H. Evidente, MD

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Jan 24
,  2025

Educational Webinar
Deep Brain Stimulation: Patient Educational Program

Presented by: Dr. Francisco Ponce

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Nov 22
,  2024

Educational Webinar
Deep Brain Stimulation: Patient Educational Program

Presented by: Dr. Francisco Ponce

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Watch our Previous Webinars

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Dementia and MCI in PD, Parkinsonian Disorders and Alzheimer’s
Aug 24, 2024

Dr. Marwan Sabbagh will be discussing cognitive issues in patients with Parkinson's disease and parkinsonism, and differentiate that from Alzheimer's disease and age-related forgetfulness. During the seminar, current drug therapies will be discussed, role of supplements in cognitive health, as well as role of exercise.

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Controversies in Managing Parkinson's Disease, Tardive Dyskinesias & Huntington's Disease: Part 2
Jun 8, 2024

Dr. Ospina and Dr. Evidente will be discussing controversial issues in managing Parkinson's disease that patients often ask about. These include: Are there ways to slow down PD? Can we prevent PD? Are there food items that are beneficial or harmful for PD? If medicines are no longer very effective, what are the alternatives to managing PD? Are natural sources of dopamine better than medications?

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Controversies in the Use of Medications, Herbs and Early DBS for Parkinson's
Mar 23, 2024

(1) Should levodopa be started early or late in PD?; (2) Should elderly patients be put on dopamine agonists?; (3) How strong is the evidence for efficacy of supplements for PD?; (4) Are natural sources of levodopa better than synthetic levodopa pills?; (5) Can cannabis help PD symptoms and is it safe for PD?; (6) Should deep brain stimulation (DBS) be offered earlier in PD rather than later?

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