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Ask the MD: Parkinson’s Disease Advice From a Movement Disorders Neurologist

To help you and your loved ones navigate life with Parkinson's, a movement disorders neurologist discusses Parkinson's research and care through blogs and videos.

Rachel Dolhun, MD, DipABLM

Meet Dr. Dolhun

 Rachel Dolhun, MD, DipABLM, a double-board-certified neurology and lifestyle medicine physician and fellowship-trained movement disorders neurologist is the principal medical advisor at The Michael J. Fox Foundation.

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  • New Law Aims to Better Support Care Partners

    Visiting Loved Ones Who Have Parkinson’s during the Pandemic (Ask the MD Video and Guide)

    Visiting loved ones with Parkinson’s during COVID-19 raises many questions, including how to safely gather. Dr. Dolhun discusses what to consider.
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    Ask the MD: Back Problems and Parkinson’s Disease

    Back pain and posture problems may be more common in people with Parkinson’s. Learn the causes and how to manage.
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  • In Conversation with MJFF Board Member Jeff Keefer — “Off” Time, New PD Drugs and Research (Ask the MD Video)

    In the latest Ask the MD video, Dr. Dolhun talks with MJFF Board Member Jeff Keefer, diagnosed with PD in 2007, about “off” time, new drugs and research.
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  • Podcast: Putting the Parkinson's Puzzle Together

    Exercise and Parkinson’s (Ask the MD Podcast)

    Hear from our on-staff movement disorders neurologist about the latest in Parkinson’s care and research.
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  • Exercise and Parkinson's (Ask the MD Video)

    Dr. Dolhun talks about the benefits and importance of exercise in Parkinson’s and how to get active or stay motivated during the pandemic.
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    Ask the MD: Telemedicine Tips for People with Hearing, Vision, Speech or Cognitive Changes

    For people with Parkinson’s and hearing, vision and other changes, virtual doctor visits can be more difficult. Here, tips for minimizing challenges.
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  • Stem Cells Safe in Pre-Clinical Parkinson's Disease Study

    Ask the MD: What about Stem Cells?

    A new survey shows that unproven treatments sold by stem cell clinics, outside of FDA-approved clinical trials, can come with significant complications.
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The medical information contained in this publication is for general information purposes only. The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research has a policy of refraining from advocating, endorsing or promoting any drug therapy, course of treatment, or specific company or institution. It is crucial that care and treatment decisions related to Parkinson’s disease and any other medical condition be made in consultation with a physician or other qualified medical professional.

Ask the MD has been made possible through the leadership of members of our Parkinson’s Disease Education Consortium in conjunction with The Albert B. Glickman Parkinson’s Disease Education Program. These partners’ support allows us to furnish high-quality educational content to the Parkinson’s community while maintaining our commitment to allocate donor dollars to high-impact research. Editorial control of all Michael J. Fox Foundation-published content rests solely with the Foundation.
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