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This episode discusses Parkinson's disease with Consultant Neurologist Dr Antonella Macerollo, covering diagnosis and treatment options.

Doctors Lisa and Sara are back with Consultant Neurologist Dr Antonella Macerollo for this episode about Parkinson’s disease. We look at a typical case and discuss what Parkinson’s is, the differentials, the need for time to discern between these, and the options for treatment. Links include information on Clinical Trials and Parkinson’s UK which is an active Charity linking resources together for patients and professionals. Thanks to Alison Day at Parkinson’s UK for making the connection between ourselves and Antonella to make these episodes possible. You can use these podcasts as part of your CPD - we don’t do certificates but they still count :) Resources: Parkinson’s UK: https://www.parkinsons.org.uk/ The epidemiological link between Essential Tremor and Parkinson’s Disease: https://www.nature.com/articles/s41531-023-00577-y PD Frontline (clinical trial in Parkinson's disease): https://pdfrontline.com/en Cure Parkinson’s: https://cureparkinsons.org.uk/ Parkinson’s Europe Charity (good resources): https://parkinsonseurope.org/ ___ We really want to make these episodes relevant and helpful: if you have any questions or want any particular areas covered then contact us on…

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