Interviews
Hundreds of conversations with warriors, caregivers, researchers and advocates from around the world.
Author Martha Strubinger on Advocacy
My name is Martha and I come from beautiful Vienna. Besides Wiener Schnitzel and coffee, I love my husband, best friend, and favorite person…
November 14, 2023
John MacPhee The Long Walk for Parkinson’s
I’ve been diagnosed with a weak bladder for 14 years. I was a mild mannered, not rock the boat kind of person I worked…
November 13, 2023
India Parkinson’s Disease & Movement Disorder Society on Awareness
The Parkinson’s Disease & Movement Disorder Society (PDMDS) is the leading voice for Parkinson’s in India. Through our activities, we strive to raise awareness…
November 12, 2023
Kathrin Wersing on Advocacy
Kathrin Wersing on Advocacy & Jetzt erst recht – Positiv leben mit Parkinson on August 22, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. Please tell…
November 11, 2023
Joe Drake on Advocacy
Joe Drake is a retired engineer living in Seattle, Washington. He grew up on Long Island, New York in a large family; he was…
November 10, 2023
Apurva Zawar from BeyondRehab
Dr. Apurva Zawar is a passionate neurologic physical therapist with expertise in treating movement disorders, educator, and mentor. She owns and practices at BeyondRehab,…
November 9, 2023
Daniel Burkhardt Rock Steady Boxing, Martial Arts, and Advocacy
I am a Master Certified Personal Trainer. Senior Fitness Instructor Certified. Rock Steady Boxing Affiliate Owner/Coach certified. Being of service to the Parkinsons community…
November 8, 2023
Dr. Wayne Markman CEO Symbyx
I’m originally South African with German/Polish/Lithuanian parents. I emigrated to the US as a college student in 1986, and then in 2000 to Australia…
November 7, 2023
Devi Grinder from tippytoesparky
I started out as a dancer. My parents basically threw me into dance classes when we moved to the United States from Canada. I…
November 7, 2023
Dr Ignacio Mata, Neurogeneticist & WPC Science Ambassador
I am a neurogeneticist trying to better understand the genetics of neurological disorders, especially Parkinson’s Disease. I am currently an Assistant Staff at the…
November 7, 2023
Mariam Bennouna from Living My Parkinson’s
I’m 40, married and a proud mom of Hamza. I am originally from Morocco but living in London for almost 10 years now. I…
November 7, 2023
Luis Oliveira Researcher from the Michael J. Fox Foundation
Luis Oliveira Researcher for the Michael J. Fox Foundation on September 2, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. Please tell me a little about…
November 6, 2023
Michael Hyland, DPT, CEEAA Physical Therapist
Michael Hyland, DPT, CEEAA Physical therapist for PD on November 14, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. Please tell me a little about your…
November 5, 2023
Gary Rafaloff on Advocacy
Accomplished businessman and entrepreneur with over 48 years of professional experience in finance, management, organizational consulting, and business development. Over 25 years as a…
November 4, 2023
David Traster Licensed Chiropractor from the Neurologic Wellness Institute
Licensed chiropractor with a Master’s Degree in Sports Health Science. Owner and lead clinician of The Neurologic Wellness Institute. Has consulted in private clinics…
November 3, 2023
Nina Mosier M.D. Power For Parkinson’s
Nina Mosier M.D. from Power for Parkinson’s on September 13, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. Please tell me a little about your background…
November 2, 2023
Eric Richardson, President/CEO of the National Parkinson’s Institute
Eric Richardson is the current President/CEO of National Parkinsons Institute. Mr. Richardson has been in the health and fitness industry for 18+ years with…
November 1, 2023
Bethany Richards from Bike Box Project
I'm from New Bern, NC and graduated from Appalachian State University, graduating with a BS in Broadcast Journalism. Shortly after graduation, 9/11 happened and…
October 31, 2023