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FNC Center for movement disorders has expertise at diagnosing
and treating common and rare movement disorders, and are at the
forefront of diagnostic tools and therapies for these diseases.
Our multidisciplinary care team includes neurologist,
neurosurgeons, neuropsychologists, physical, occupational, and
speech therapists, social workers, and other health personnel
who work together to ensure that each patient receives optimal
care.
We realize that movement disorders are complicated diseases
with physical and psychological symptoms that can affect not
only the patient but those close to them. Therefore, we take
time to guide both patients and their families through the
sometimes lengthy treatment process.
A Full Spectrum of Treatment Options
Patients with Parkinson's disease are initially treated with
medications designed to stimulate the dopamine system or to
mimic its controlling effect on other nerve cells. Management
of medications to achieve optimal functioning can often be a
complex process that requires expert neurologic consultation.
Once conventional drug therapies are no longer effective,
patients may benefit from surgical intervention.
The Movement Disorders Program at FNC is a vital resource for
individuals with Parkinson's disease or other movement
disorders. The program provides comprehensive services and
information, including:
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