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The Michael J. Fox Foundation Parkinson's Podcast

The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research
Parkinson's Disease
Clinical Trials
Exercise
Alpha-Synuclein
Mental Health
Biomarkers
Deep Brain Stimulation
Nutrition
Brain Health
Genetics
Alpha-Synuclein Seeding Amplification Assay
Community Support
Alzheimer's Disease
Michael J. Fox Foundation
Caregiving
Neurodegenerative Disorders
Neurodegeneration
Patient Advocacy
Diversity In Research
Medication

Subscribe for coverage and analysis of current neurology/brain research, patient and caregiver profiles, drug development strategy, pioneering nonprofit management and other topics of interest in a wide-ranging series of conversations that include the voices of those affected by Parkinson's as well as clinicians.

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Breakthroughs depend on research volunteers, but many people have questions about what participating in a trial means, and how to select the right trial for their goals, needs and lifestyle. Listen to audio from this month’s Third Thursdays Webinar t... more

Constipation is a frequent and troublesome symptom of Parkinson’s disease (PD). It can affect how medication is absorbed and impact daily life. Tune in to audio from this month’s Third Thursdays Webinar to hear our panel of experts discuss why consti... more

Parkinson’s isn’t easy to diagnose — everyone’s symptoms differ based on their individual biology, leading to delays in diagnosis and treatment. One of The Michael J. Fox Foundation’s (MJFF) key areas of focus is finding ways to diagnose Parkinson’s ... more

People living with Parkinson’s disease (PD) and their loved ones develop countless ways to adapt and make daily life easier as symptoms change. Members of The Michael J. Fox Foundation’s Patient Council and their care partners share decades of collec... more

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Kevin Kwok
Patient Council member; biopharma industry experience; patient advocate
Michael J. Fox Foundation; Critical Path for Parkinson's
Episode: Finding the Best Parkinson’s Clinical Trial for You (Webinar Audio)
Stuart Isaacson
Movement disorder specialist; director of the Parkinson's and Movement Disorders Center
Boca Raton, Florida; Parkinson's Study Group
Episode: Finding the Best Parkinson’s Clinical Trial for You (Webinar Audio)
Polina Gonzalez Latapi
Movement disorder specialist; director of Hispanic Movement Disorders Clinic
Northwestern University, Feinberg School of Medicine
Episode: Finding the Best Parkinson’s Clinical Trial for You (Webinar Audio)
Wael El-Nachief
Physician scientist, gastroenterologist focused on neuro-gastroenterology
Southern California Neurology Consultants
Episode: Parkinson’s and Constipation: A Candid Conversation (Webinar Audio)
Trisha Pastryka
Neuro gastroenterologist, director of the Institute for Gut Brain Research; author
Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center; Harvard Medical School
Episode: Parkinson’s and Constipation: A Candid Conversation (Webinar Audio)
Della Romm South Farm Poor
Lumbar disorder specialist and neurology professor; medical director, Deep Brain Stimulation Program
OHSU
Episode: Parkinson’s and Constipation: A Candid Conversation (Webinar Audio)
Sebastian Chris
Fellow patient council member sharing personal experience with constipation
Michael J. Fox Foundation
Episode: Parkinson’s and Constipation: A Candid Conversation (Webinar Audio)
Kate Harman
Research participant liaison or study representative
The Michael J. Fox Foundation
Episode: Finding a Clearer Parkinson's Diagnosis
Todd Scherrer
MJFF Chief Mission Officer
The Michael J. Fox Foundation
Episode: What Causes Parkinson’s Disease? (Webinar Audio)

Hosts

Rebecca Gifford
Host of The Michael J. Fox Foundation's Parkinson's Podcast
Michael J. Fox
Host of The Michael J. Fox Foundation Parkinson's Podcast; co-founder

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 289 ratings
  • MICHAEL, YOU ARE A ANGLE SENT FROM HEAVEN!!!!!

    I know you wish you could go BACK IN TIME but you can’t. But I want to support you through everything. Even though you have no idea how the heck I am, but my brother is the biggest back to the future fan in the entire world and I hope the you see it. Also we watch and rewatch and rerewatch the interview with jimmy kimal. And we love you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    The biggest hamfan ever
    United States3 months ago
  • Excellent, personable and pleasant

    Excellent holiday « prep » episode. Rebecca Gifford is a professional and personable moderator. A real pleasure to listen to her and the great choice of panel members.

    Thank you from a « beginner care partner ».

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sarpat09
    Canada3 years ago
  • Very informative!

    Fantastic informative episodes. I love that they are constantly letting people (with PD and without) know about the studies available and how you can participate!

    Sometimes the webinar audio is a bit garbled, but it doesn’t take away from the content.

    Keep it up guys! You ROCK! 🤗

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jelibean46
    United States3 years ago
  • Excellent podcast

    Great information, complex issues explained in a simple manner

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    qwqwwqww
    United States5 years ago
  • Good content, but far too long

    Always good information, but the episodes are way too long.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    RealTomP
    United States7 years ago

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Finding the Best Parkinson’s Clinical Trial for You (Webinar Audio)
Q: What are typical steps to participate in a trial?
Steps include trial finding or physician referral, pre-screening, informed consent, screening visits, and ongoing study visits that may involve questionnaires, exams, and possibly blood draws or imaging; results may be shared during or after the study, with open-label extensions offering access to active drugs in some cases.
Finding the Best Parkinson’s Clinical Trial for You (Webinar Audio)
Q: How might participation affect care for patients and families?
Participation may not change long-term care for observational studies, but interventional trials can require stable medications or specific protocols. Care partners often travel with participants, and trials emphasize clear communication with the care team so everyone stays informed.
Finding the Best Parkinson’s Clinical Trial for You (Webinar Audio)
Q: Kevin, what does eligibility mean and how does that help within a study?
Eligibility is about selecting participants who can safely contribute to answering the study question; it ensures safety and the relevance of results, while not unfairly excluding potential candidates. Some trials may let you participate after a washout or certain time periods, but others may limit concurrent participation or certain advanced therapies.
Finding a Clearer Parkinson's Diagnosis
Q: How are imaging and biomarkers contributing to the diagnostic process, and what are the next steps before these tools become routine care?
Imaging like MRI, PET, SPECT and biomarkers (including alpha-synuclein tracers) are helping map pathology and predict symptom trajectories; the next steps involve validating these tools in humans, integrating data from multi-omics, and ensuring scalable testing for clinical use.
Finding a Clearer Parkinson's Diagnosis
Q: What does a clearer, biology-centered diagnosis actually mean for patients today?
It means moving beyond symptom-based labeling to identifying the specific biology driving an individual's Parkinson's, which can inform more precise prognosis and lead to tailored treatments and monitoring.

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Content centers on Parkinson's disease from multiple angles, blending patient experiences with clinical and research insights. Episodes frequently tackle daily living tips, disease causes and risk factors (including genetics and environment), treatment options ranging from medication to device-assisted therapies, and evolving research methods (like AI and data-driven trials). There is a strong emphasis on patient and caregiver perspectives, practical strategies for care partnerships, lifestyle approaches to brain health, and updates on clinical trials and policy advocacy. A standout quality is the consistent integration of lived experience with scientific and medical context, making complex topics accessible to patients, families, and profe... more

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