Power Over Parkinson's Profile Interviews

We recently sat down with Melanie Lomaglio, DPT, who runs the STARS Parkinson’s Center in St. Augustine, Florida. Learn why physical therapy is such an important component of managing the disease and how to find a physical therapist that will be a long-term, impactful member of your care team. 

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Dr. Ray Dorsey from the University of Rochester and co-author of the book, Ending Parkinson’s, sits down with us for our POP Profile Series. He shares his unequivocal stance that Parkinson’s is truly the pandemic of our time as the fastest growing neurological disorder. The Parkinson’s community is better because of Dr. Dorsey’s passion around ending the silence and motivating people with and without the disease to speak up and take action. 

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Hear from Joe on why he attends PAL events! Visit our site to learn how our local events brings the community together to showcase the benefits of being active.

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Dr. Kathleen Poston from the Poston Lab at Stanford University’s Department of Neurology and Neurological Services, shares her time with us to share more about the research being conducted related to the non-motor symptoms of the disease, particularly around cognitive impairment. Listen as Dr. Poston elaborates on how using neuroimaging to examine various individual proteins as well as how analyzing cerebrospinal fluid to assess a multitude of proteins can lead to connections made about why cognitive impairment presents itself in some Parkinson’s patients. 

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We had the pleasure of sitting down with Brett Miller, Owner and Coach at 110 Fitness, to learn more about how he created a boutique Parkinson’s and Wellness Center in Rockland, MA. Listen as he shares the “why” behind the imperativeness of meaningful, research-based movement and his recommendations for those who are just beginning an exercise regimen. 

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Dr. Gordon Baltuch’s recent transition from University of Pennsylvania to Columbia University signifies his self-described “second act” in his career as a neurosurgeon. Having been on the forefront of Deep Brain Stimulation and now being one of the leading pioneers in the newly approved Focused Ultrasound procedure, Dr. Baltuch’s immense perspective on the surgical options for people with Parkinson’s is truly unparalleled.

Visit Dr. Gordon Baltuch's Columbia University Medical Center profile: https://www.neurosurgery.columbia.edu/profile/gordon-h-baltuch-md

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Karl Robb, a person with Parkinson's, alongside his wife,  Angela, an inspirational care partner, join us for our POP Profile Series. Listen as they share how they pivoted to become steadfast advocates for those battling the Parkinson's. Karl is thriving as a result of his mindful management of the disease as well as Angela's unwavering dedication in her role as care partner. 

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Growing experimental evidence shows microbial influence on neurological function in both health and disease. Studies also suggest microbial makeup is “altered” in people with neurological disease, particularly Parkinson’s Disease. Dr. Tim Sampson from Emory University School of Medicine casts a light on the intestinal microbiome as an important location in the genesis of Parkinson's Disease and how continued research down this path is critical in unlocking diagnosis and future treatments.

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Often people with Parkinson’s do not recognize the quietness and clarity of their voice. Expert speech-language pathologist and Founder/CEO of Parkinson Voice Project, Samantha Elandary, joins us to provide advice to PwPs and care partners who are dealing with audibility and clarity difficulties.

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Telemedicine is not just for times of global health crises. While telemedicine appointments certainly soared during the pandemic, it's important to think about it as a long-term vital option for people with movement disorders. Dr. Jill Farmer, Director, Parkinson’s Disease and Movement Disorders Program at Global Neurosciences Institute and Assistant Professor of Neurology at Drexel College of Medicine, details why she believes telemedicine to be an effective option for people with Parkinson's Disease. 

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