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Fox Focus | Living with Parkinson’s
Dr. Dolhun
Talks PD
Six Tips for People
Newly Diagnosed
with Parkinson’s
Whether you recently learned
you have Parkinson’s or have
been living with the disease
for years, you know how
unsettling a diagnosis can
be. It is not unusual to feel
overwhelmed and uncertain
about what to do next. But
you don’t have to figure out
everything at once. Here are
six tips for making your way
forward with the disease:
Rachel Dolhun, MD, is a movement disorder
specialist, board-certified neurologist and vice
president of medical communications at MJFF.
Follow her on Twitter @RachelDolhunMD.
1. See a Parkinson’s Specialist
If you haven’t already done so, see a
movement disorder specialist, a neurologist
with additional training in Parkinson’s
and other movement disorders. Because
these doctors have more experience with
Parkinson’s, they are best positioned to give
a second opinion on your diagnosis or care,
develop an individualized treatment plan
and update you on research. Try to see an
expert at the start of your journey and at least
once a year. To learn more about this type of
specialist, visit michaeljfox.org/mds.
The medical information contained in this newsletter 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.