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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.


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    Ask the MD: What Off, On and Other Common Parkinson’s Terms Mean

    Learning common Parkinson’s terms may help you better understand your treatment options and enhance conversations with your doctor.
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    MJFF’s Updated Guide on Thinking, Memory and Parkinson’s Now Available

    MJFF’s updated resource for people and families with Parkinson’s offers the latest information, tips and research on thinking and memory.
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  • Deep Brain Stimulation and Parkinson’s (Ask the MD Video)

    For people and families who are curious about deep brain stimulation (DBS), Dr. Dolhun shares three things to know.
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    Our Take: Two Friends with Parkinson’s Publish Email Exchange in The New York Times

    An email exchange between two friends who live with Parkinson’s gives a closer look at the thoughts, feelings and questions the disease brings.
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    New Guide on Deep Brain Stimulation and Parkinson’s

    Our latest resource for people and families with Parkinson’s answers common questions and shares tips for thinking about, having, and living with DBS.
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  • Buddy Up for Happiness and Health (Ask the MD Video)

    When you or your loved is living with Parkinson’s, one of the best things you can do is connect with others. Hear why and learn about a new way to connect.
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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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