If you are a family practice physician, general outpatient internist, nurse practitioner, PA, physical therapist, occupational therapist, speech therapist, or anyone seeking to identify patients with Parkinsonism, this video is for you!
It's crucial to be able to identify early symptoms of Parkinson's disease in patients. Early diagnosis and treatment can significantly improve their quality of life. If you suspect one of your patients is experiencing motor or nonmotor symptoms affecting their function, starting treatment as soon as possible is essential. Delaying action can have life-changing consequences for people with Parkinson's disease.
I am a full-time movement disorder neurologist at the University of Tennessee Medical Center. I also work as a neurohospitalist for approximately four weeks per year during my PTO or some weekends in Tennessee.
I divided the video into three sections. Skip to the section you're interested in:
1. The why? 0:33
2. How do we identify patients with PD? 6:36
3. What to do with them? 33:17
Luis E. Zayas, MD PT
Clinical Assistant Professor-University of Tennessee
Board Certified in Internal Medicine, Neurology & Epilepsy
Fellowship trained in Movement Disorders and Neuro-Critical Care
Former NJ & PR physical therapist
DISCLAIMER:
*These videos are for education only and are not to be construed as personalized medical advice, and the content here does not constitute a patient-doctor relationship. Consult your own physician for any medical issues.
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