MDS PODCAST: Defining Parkinson’s disease

Stay up to date on novel, clinically-relevant research findings in Parkinson's disease and other movement disorders.

Stay up to date on novel, clinically-relevant research findings in Parkinson’s disease and other movement disorders.


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MDS Podcast Current microbiome research for Parkinson’s disease • 2025 MDS Congress

Prof. Paul Wilmes breaks down his #mdscongress talk discussing the recent studies on the influences of the gut microbiome on PD. He also dives into future goals and what...

MDS Podcast Current status of functional neurosurgery • 2025 MDS Congress

There have been major breakthroughs in functional neurosurgery. Prof. Jill Ostrem breaks down the latest updates in the field, specifically surrounding adaptive DBS.

MDS Podcast Achievements and future goals: An interview with MDS President • 2025 MDS Congress

Dr. Victor Fung reflects on his term as MDS President and his appreciation for the accomplishments that were achieved. He further discusses his future hopes and goals of the...

MDS Podcast Updates in tauopathies • 2025 MDS Congress

Dr. Yaroslau Compta discusses how the view of co-pathologies has changed the view of many disorders, including tauopathies. He dives into the current state of clinical trials for PSP...

MDS Podcast Disease modification and Parkinson’s disease: Clinical trial design and population selection • 2025 MDS Congress

There have been nearly 30 years of disease modifying trials for PD, but little success. Prof. Tanya Simuni breaks down clinical trial design for a heterogenous disease like PD...

MDS Podcast Current genetic landscape for movement disorders • 2025 MDS Congress

The field of genetics often moves quickly, making it a challenge to stay informed. Dr. Gerard Saranza breaks down the current landscape, new discoveries and technologies, and what changes...

MDS Podcast Current landscape of pediatric movement disorders • 2025 MDS Congress

Due to genetic advancements, the pediatric movement disorder field is ever growing. Dr. Shekeeb Mohammad breaks down the current landscape of the field and how adult neurologists can advance...

MDS Podcast Motor rehabilitation for Parkinson’s disease • 2025 MDS Congress

Rehabilitation for movement disorders, like PD, has become increasingly prevalent for patient care. Prof. Alice Nieuwboer discusses how technology has shaped the field, how neurologists can support patient exercise,...

MDS Podcast What you missed: MDS Congress Day 4

The last full day of the #mdscongress was full of exciting sessions and events. Dr. Laura Silveira-Moriyama shares her excitement about the keynote speaker, updates on disease modifying clinical...