De Novo Parkinson’s Disease: Diagnosis and Treatment
Sponsored by the Movement Disorder Society
Supported in part by an unrestricted educational grant from
September 13, 2008
San Francisco, California, USA
Course Direction
Oksana Suchowersky, MD
Workshop Description
This course will address the diagnosis and treatment of De Novo Parkinson's disease. Parkinson’s disease can be difficult to diagnose in the early stages, and use of symptomatic and neuroprotective treatments remains controversial. Medical professionals managing this disease need education on the process of accurate diagnosis, assessment of progression, and on how to optimize treatment strategies for Parkinson’s disease.
Learning Objectives
At the conclusion of the activity, participants should be able to:
- Diagnose Parkinson’s disease and other Parkinsonian syndromes
- Know how different clinical features can predict disease progression
- Understand rationale for symptomatic and neuroprotective therapies
- Understand how use of practice parameters can help in choosing treatment options
- Understand the role of alternative therapies
Recommended Audience
This course is intended for geriatricians, internists, and general neurologists