ON THE CUTTING EDGE: A Parkinson's Disease Discussion
Presented by Michael S. Okun
Dr. Okun will enter into a discussion based on his new book: Parkinson's Treatment: 10 Secrets to a Happier Life. The book addresses how to live well with Parkinson's including a comprehensive review of new and emerging therapies.
DATE: FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 20
TIME: 11 AM - 12:30 PM
LOCATION: BETHANY LUTHERAN CHURCH
FELLOWSHIP HALL
4500 E. HAMPDEN AVE.
ENGLEWOOD, CO
RSVP: PARKINSON ASSOCIATION OF THE ROCKIES
303-830-1839 OR
info @parkinsonrockies.org
303-833030-1839 or email
Michael S. Okun, M.D.
Michael S. Okun, MD, is
currently Administrative Director and Co-director of the Center for Movement
Disorders and Neurorestoration which is part of the Center for Translational
Research in Neurodegenerative Diseases, the McKnight Brain Institute, and the
University of Florida College of Medicine. Dr. Okun is dedicated to an interdisciplinary care
concept. Since 2006, he has served as the
National Medical Director for the National Parkinson Foundation.
Dr. Okun has dedicated much
of his career to the development of care centers for people suffering with
movement disorders. He has enjoyed a prolific research career and he has
participated in pioneering studies exploring the cognitive, behavioral, and
mood effects of deep brain stimulation.
Dr. Okun is considered a
world’s authority on Parkinson’s disease both in the areas of clinical care and
in research. He has answered over 20,000
patient questions on the National Parkinson Foundation free forum, Ask the
Doctor.
Michael S. Okun, MD,
received his B.A. in History from Florida State University, and his M.D. from
the University of Florida. He completed an internship and Neurology residency
at the University of Florida. Following residency he was trained at Emory
University in movement disorders.
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