Movement disorders neurologists Dr. Paarth Shah and Dr. Virgilio Gerald Evidente will be discussing in a panel discussion type of seminar the controversial issues regarding managing Parkinson’s at different stages.

The duo will discuss among others the following: (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? If so, how early?

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Presented by our moderator, Dr. Virgilio Gerald H. Evidente

This lecture discusses the pathogenesis of Parkinson’s disease, meaning how and why the pathology occurs.

We also went into great details regarding the cell and gene therapies presently being employed in subjects with PD as well as new strategies that are close to entering the clinical pipeline. With regards to the former, both embryonic stem cells and induced pluripotent stem cells are currently being tested for the safety and tolerability of this approach and efficacy trials are being planned following these safety trials assuming they are successful. With regards to gene therapies, both symptomatic and disease modifying trials was discussed.

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Presented by our main speaker, Jeffrey H. Kordower, Ph.D

This lecture discusses the pathogenesis of Parkinson’s disease, meaning how and why the pathology occurs.

We also went into great details regarding the cell and gene therapies presently being employed in subjects with PD as well as new strategies that are close to entering the clinical pipeline. With regards to the former, both embryonic stem cells and induced pluripotent stem cells are currently being tested for the safety and tolerability of this approach and efficacy trials are being planned following these safety trials assuming they are successful. With regards to gene therapies, both symptomatic and disease modifying trials was discussed.

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Research has shown that the abnormal protein that accumulates in the cells in Parkinson’s Disease and leads to degeneration of cells is phosphorylated alpha synuclein. Dr. Padma Mahant will be discussing the different ways that alpha synuclein can be detected in different tissues, how these tests can be used to differentiate Parkinson’s disease from other parkinsonian syndromes, and the clinical trials that have focused on removing the pathological alpha synuclein from the brain and tissues. She will also discuss if removal of the alpha synuclein can potentially be the avenue of cure for Parkinson’s.

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Urinary or Urologic Issues in Parkinson's Disease and Parkinsonism

This webinar will discuss the various urinary symptoms that patients with Parkinson's disease or parkinsonism experience including frequency of urination, irritable bladder, urgency of urination, urination at night, urinary tract infections, etc. It will also discuss how the various Parkinson's medications affect the kidneys or urinary function, and the role of supplements in promoting urinary health. The importance of hydration in treating orthostatic hypotension (dizziness on standing or walking) and preventing common urinary issues in Parkinson's will also be tackled.

Presented by Dr. Pinky Agarwal, MD, FAAN & Dr. Virgilio Gerald H. Evidente, M.D.

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Ask the Doctor: Questions from the Audience
Presented by Dr. Diego Torres-Russotto, MD, FAAN

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“The Vibrating Glove Can Control Parkinson’s Symptoms.” This session will discuss the exciting new vibrating glove that he has developed to alleviate tremor, stiffness, abnormal walking, slow body movement and balance problems associated with Parkinson’s Disease and other movement disorders.

Dr. Tass and Dr. Virgilio Gerald H. Evidente will lead a question and answer session.

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“The Vibrating Glove Can Control Parkinson’s Symptoms.”

This session will discuss the exciting new vibrating glove that he has developed to alleviate tremor, stiffness, abnormal walking, slow body movement and balance problems associated with Parkinson’s Disease and other movement disorders. Hear from Dr. Tass on the vibrating glove and how it can improve your symptoms and quality of life.

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