Interviews
Hundreds of conversations with warriors, caregivers, researchers and advocates from around the world.
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
Interview Veronica Clark Speech & Language Therapist
I’m Veronica Clark and I have been a Speech Therapist for the past 17 years. I feel like I’ve been on a journey over…
October 30, 2023
Lindsay Hudson-Austin on Dystonia Advocacy
My name is Lindsay and I have an undergrad degree in Child and Family Development, a Psychology minor, and a Master's in Reading. I've…
October 29, 2023
Amanda Yarger on Advocacy through Social Media
I'm 43 and live in a very small town in Central Pennsylvania with my husband Don. This year, we celebrated our 22nd wedding anniversary.…
October 28, 2023
Dan Dumsha & Rosemary Morrison from Tightrope Theatre
Dan Dumsha & Rosemary Morrison from Tightrope Theatre: Can Laughter be the Best Medicine? Improv for Parkinson's says YES, And! on October 24, 2023…
October 27, 2023
Jan Rose & PingPongParkinson founder Nenad Bach
Please tell me a little about your background. Founder Nenad Bach Nenad Bach is a Croatian-American musician, rock star, and activist who has performed…
October 27, 2023
Pablo Campo, Ph.D. & Physiotherapist on Advocacy
Physiotherapist expertise in Parkinson's disease. PhD in Health Sciences from the University of Vigo. Researcher at the HealthyFit Group, Galicia Sur Research Institute (IISGS)…
October 27, 2023