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Ask the MD

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

Rachel Dolhun, MD, DipABLM

Meet Dr. Dolhun

Rachel Dolhun is a fellowship-trained movement disorder specialist, board-certified neurologist and vice president of medical communications at The Michael J. Fox Foundation.


  • Ask the MD: Genetic Testing in Parkinson’s

    In this new video, Dr. Dolhun discusses genetic testing and genetic counseling in Parkinson's disease.
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  • Ask the MD: DaTscan and Parkinson's

    Ask the MD: DaTscan and Parkinson's

    Rachel Dolhun, MD, addresses how a DaTscan can help to diagnose Parkinson's.
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  • Ask the MD: How to Get the Most out of Your Doctor's Appointment

    Ask the MD: How to Get the Most out of Your Doctor's Appointment

    Whether it's a routine check-up or an appointment for a second opinion, these tips can help you prepare for and optimize your visit.
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    Ask the MD: Parkinson's Diagnosis and Biomarkers

    In the latest “Ask the MD” video, Dr. Dolhun talks about how doctors diagnose Parkinson’s and how a tool called a biomarker may help.
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  • Ask the MD: Walking, Balance and Parkinson's

    In this new video, Dr. Dolhun talks about how PD can affect gait and balance.
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  • Ask the MD: The Holidays and Parkinson's

    Ask the MD: The Holidays and Parkinson's

    Dr. Dolhun provides tips and reminders for self-care during the holidays.
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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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