Power Over Parkinson's Profile Interviews

Karl Robb, a person with Parkinson's, alongside his wife,  Angela, an inspirational care partner, join us for our POP Profile Series. Listen as they share how they pivoted to become steadfast advocates for those battling the Parkinson's. Karl is thriving as a result of his mindful management of the disease as well as Angela's unwavering dedication in her role as care partner.  C-Sui...

Growing experimental evidence shows microbial influence on neurological function in both health and disease. Studies also suggest microbial makeup is “altered” in people with neurological disease, particularly Parkinson’s Disease. Dr. Tim Sampson from Emory University School of Medicine casts a light on the intestinal microbiome as an important location in the genesis of Parkinson's Disease a...

Often people with Parkinson’s do not recognize the quietness and clarity of their voice. Expert speech-language pathologist and Founder/CEO of Parkinson Voice Project, Samantha Elandary, joins us to provide advice to PwPs and care partners who are dealing with audibility and clarity difficulties. C-Suite Perspectives Elevate how you lead with insight from today’s most influential executives. Liste...

Telemedicine is not just for times of global health crises. While telemedicine appointments certainly soared during the pandemic, it's important to think about it as a long-term vital option for people with movement disorders. Dr. Jill Farmer, Director, Parkinson’s Disease and Movement Disorders Program at Global Neurosciences Institute and Assistant Professor of Neurology at Drexel College o...

Dr. Binit Shah, Division Head at University of Virginia, discusses the potential benefits of using focused ultrasound treatment for Parkinson's Disease.  Support the show

World Parkinson's leader, Dr. Michael Okun, shares his expertise and incredible perspective on the disease, how to best manage it, and its outlook in this wonderfully informative interview.  Dr. Michael Okun is the Adelaide Lackner Professor and Chair of Neurology Executive Director, Norman Fixel Institute for Neurological Diseases at University of Florida Health C-Suite Perspectives Elevate...

PD Avengers President, Larry Gifford, describes the importance of a global effort to end Parkinson's Power Over Parkinson's (POP for short) is a 501(c)(3) foundation supporting the use of exercise and wellness to reduce the symptoms or slow the progression of Parkinson’s Disease and other neurodegenerative disorders. C-Suite Perspectives Elevate how you lead with insight from today’s mos...

This isn't your grandparent's Parkinson's anymore. Hear the latest in advancements in Parkinson's Disease treatments from Mount Sinai Medical Director and Associate Professor of Neurology and Neurosurgery, Dr. Joohi Jimenez-Shahed. Support the show

Hear the benefits that home automation can provide to ease living with movement disorders such as Parkinson's Disease. We sit down with Henry Clifford, CEO of Livewire, a state-of-the-art technology integration company specializing in home automation, who shares how technology can help improve your way of life.  C-Suite Perspectives Elevate how you lead with insight from today’s most influent...

Listen and experience our recent benefit concert for PD and the versatile sounds of acoustic guitarist/instrumentalist Lou Vangieri aka The LCV Project. LCV Project has over a decade of experience playing out people's stresses, easing listeners into a state of existential acoustic bliss with instrumental folk renditions and original songs.  We hope you can support us, enjoy the music, and hel...

Our background with Parkinson's Disease are not all the same, such as the first sign of symptoms, the official diagnosis, or how we informed friends and family. Yet, we are now on this journey together, finding our new way of living and wanting to help others. Join us on this road as we share our stories and take questions from listeners on YouTube and Facebook. Whether you have Parkinson&apo...

Listen to hear what the Director of the VCU Health Parkinson's Disease Program, Dr. Leslie Cloud, has planned for the Program. Her knowledge, passion and focus on what tomorrow's care will look like is inspiring!  Support the show

Hear the important role therapeutical services play in managing the symptoms of Parkinson's Disease with James Vidrine, Regional Director at Fox Rehabilitation. Power Over Parkinson's (POP for short) is a 501(c)(3) foundation supporting the use of exercise and wellness to reduce the symptoms or slow the progression of Parkinson’s Disease and other neurodegenerative disorders. C-Suite Per...

Physical activity and movement is powerful for people with Parkinson's, says Dr. Daniel Corcos, Professor of Physical Therapy and Human Movement Sciences at Northwestern University. Hear him enlightens us on the important of movement for slowing the symptoms of Parkinson's. Power Over Parkinson's (POP for short) is a 501(c)(3) foundation supporting the use of exercise and wellness t...

VCU Health's Dr. Brian Berman, Professor of Neurology, Chair of the Movement Disorders Division, and Director of VCU Parkinson’s and Movement Disorder Center, discusses his goals for becoming a community partner and leader at the Parkinson's and Movement Disorder Center. Support the show

Parkinson's fighter, Bill Coursey, visits Power Over Parkinson's to share his experience about how a Parkinson's diagnosis changed his life and the ways he has adapted to continue to live well.  Support the show

CurePSP President, David Kemp, discusses how his organization aids those with PSP, the similarities to Parkinson's Disease, and updates on the latest in neurological disease research. To learn how POP is supporting the Parkinson's community, visit us at poweroverpd.org . C-Suite Perspectives Elevate how you lead with insight from today’s most influential executives. Listen on: Apple Podc...

Power Over Parkinson's Senior Advisor and Strength Coach, Jojo McDuffie, joins us to discuss Jojo's path to becoming a premier member of the Parkinson's community and the benefits of staying mentally and physically fit with Parkinson's Disease. To learn how POP is supporting the Parkinson's community, visit us at poweroverpd.org . C-Suite Perspectives Elevate how you lead...

Ken Konopky joins the POP Profiles series to share how a Parkinson's diagnosis changed his life. Because of the inherent value of staying connected with others who are also battling the disease, Power Over Parkinson’s has interviewed and shared the stories of a number of PwPs (People with Parkinson's) through its POP Profile series.  We thank all of those fighters who have shared their s...

Bob Scudder shares his journey with Parkinson's disease in our POP Profiles series. Because of the inherent value of staying connected with others who are also battling the disease, Power Over Parkinson’s has interviewed and shared the stories of a number of People with Parkinson's (PwPs) through its POP Profile series.  We thank all of those fighters who have shared their story as part...

POP is joined by Scientific Affairs and Research Manager, Caitlin Nichols, from AllStripes to profile their leading research work. To learn how POP is supporting the Parkinson's community, visit us at poweroverpd.org . C-Suite Perspectives Elevate how you lead with insight from today’s most influential executives. Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify Support the show

Listen to Joe D'Orazio in our POP Profiles series share how he works hard everyday to live well with Parkinson's disease. Because of the inherent value of staying connected with others who are also battling the disease, Power Over Parkinson’s has interviewed and shared the stories of a number of People with Parkinson's (PwPs) through its POP Profile series.  We thank all of those fi...