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

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    Ask the MD: Choosing the Right Therapy for "Off" Time

    With a new Parkinson's drug for "off" time on the market and another under FDA review, you may wonder if one of these as-needed treatments is right for you.
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  • Ask the MD: Myths about Levodopa

    Levodopa is the most effective Parkinson's medication, but there are many misconceptions about what this drug can and can't do. In this video, Dr. Dolhun discusses the facts about levodopa.
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  • Winter Forest

    Ask the MD: Cold Weather and Parkinson's

    Parkinson's can make it harder to get and stay warm. Read tips for keeping warm and staying safe this winter.
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  • Care Team with Patient

    Ask the MD: Occupational Therapy and Parkinson's

    Occupational therapists can help people with Parkinson's perform everyday tasks more easily, safely and independently.
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  • Doctor talking to patient

    Ask the MD: Which DBS Device Is Right for Me?

    Four DBS systems currently are FDA-approved to treat Parkinson's symptoms. While the devices have the same basic components and mechanisms, their differences may help you and your doctor choose…
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  • Ask the MD: Visiting with Family Who Have Parkinson's

    When visiting family who have Parkinson's, you may not know what to expect or how to talk about and manage change. In a new video and guide, Dr. Dolhun provides practical tips on preparing for…
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    A Pill to Stop Parkinson's?

    Recent news is touting a potential pill to stop Parkinson's. MJFF-funded research is the basis of this story, but sometimes it can be hard to separate hope from hype.
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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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