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At the Parkinson’s Experience podcast, we love a powerful, uplifting story — and this is one you won’t forget. After battling Parkinson’s disease for nine years, Hank Bode passed away in January 2025. Throughout that journey, Hank and his son Lincoln closely followed the work of the Michael J. Fox Foundation, inspired by its commitment […]

This is the first episode in a three-part series I’m calling Dr. Ospina Explains. In this series, we’ll dive into topics many of you have been asking about recently. One of my favorite Movement Disorder Specialists, Dr. Ospina, has a wonderful way of explaining all things Parkinson’s in terms that are easy for the rest of

Do you have trouble sleeping? It’s a topic you can’t avoid once you reach a certain age. And while sleep problems are common in people with Parkinson’s disease, they certainly aren’t limited to them. Because of that, treatment is often the same as it is for anyone else. Until researchers uncover more specific biological causes

The World Parkinson Coalition is bringing its triennial World Parkinson Congress to Phoenix in May 2026—the first time the Congress has been hosted in the U.S. since 2016. This is truly a can’t-miss event for anyone in the Parkinson’s community. The Congress will bring together approximately 4,000 attendees from around the world, including researchers, healthcare

This year I have been highlighting some of local areas in the U.S. where people with Parkinson’s take classes designed for their needs, provide social support, and community. It is truly magical to have this kind of central location just focused on your needs as a person with Parkinson’s. Just last month we highlighted Parkinson’s

While often overshadowed by better known movement disorders, dystonia affects thousands and can dramatically affect quality of life. This episode explains what dystonia is, why it frequently appears alongside Parkinson’s, and what therapies – from medications to DBS to physical therapy – are helping people regain control. So, listen on as a movement disorder specialist,

This year I have been highlighting some of local areas in the U.S. where people with Parkinson’s take classes designed for their needs, provide social support, and community. It is truly magical to have this kind of central location just focused on your needs as a person with Parkinson’s. If this exist in your area,

Who doesn’t like magic tricks? I love watching magicians trying to surprise the audience with their slight of hand tricks. Always fascinates me and asking how do they do that. What does this have to do with the Parkinson’s Experience? Well, my guest today turned to learning magic after he was diagnosed with PD and