Interviews
Hundreds of conversations with warriors, caregivers, researchers and advocates from around the world.
Christine Jeya from Handstand for Parkinson’s
Christine Jeyachandran: 9 years ago, at age 37, Christine was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease in Peru where she lived until recently. It started with…
August 14, 2023
Mark Limebear & Michel Planquart No Silver Bullet 4PD
Mark is a property professional and entrepreneur who has always been physically active, playing squash and skiing for years. In 2014, he and his…
August 13, 2023
Gregg Hummer Parkinson’s Support Group of Orange Park FL
The Parkinson's Support Group of Orange Park, promotes activities focused for People with Parkinson's. We are a nonprofit organization. Please tell me a little…
August 12, 2023
Esther Grote from Defy Parkinson’s
In 2023 I founded Defy Parkinson's, a holistic platform catering to the needs of individuals with Parkinson's disease. Through this initiative, we provide a…
August 11, 2023
Judith Sachs from Anyone Can Dance
Judith Sachs from Anyone Can Dance on July 13, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. Please tell me a little about your background. I…
August 10, 2023
Stephen Williams on Advocacy & T-Shirts
My family history and Parkinson's, to the best of my knowledge, have crossed paths twice. Primarily on my father's side, a great-uncle and my…
August 9, 2023
Michael Sweet on Advocacy
I met my wife when I was 18, we were married a little under a year later when I was 19. We are still…
August 8, 2023
Dr Melissa McConaghy Neurological Physiotherapist from PD Warrior
Dr McConaghy is a Specialist Neurological Physiotherapist and founder of PD Warrior. Melissa is a passionate advocate for the role of exercise in Parkinson’s…
August 8, 2023
Paqui Ruiz from the Association Con P de Parkinson’s
Paqui Ruizon from the association Con P de Parkinson's on July 13, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. (In Spanish & English) In English…
August 7, 2023
Team Parky on Parky 4 Parkinson’s Patient Buddy
Team Parky on Parky 4 Parkinson’s Patient Buddy on June 9, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. Please tell me a little about your…
August 6, 2023
Christian Schmidt-Heisch from Parkinson Pate
I am living with my husband in Hamburg (Germany). I work at as a care and case manager. Please tell me a little about…
August 5, 2023
Katy Ingulli on Yoga for PD
Katy ingulli is a Certified 500-hour yoga instructor and private trainer based out of Fairfield County, CT. She has been practicing yoga and meditation…
August 4, 2023
Sandy Ellis from InMotion Parkinson’s Wellness Center
I am a Boxing and Spinning Coach at InMotion Parkinson’s Wellness Center in Beachwood, Ohio. These classes are designed to allow people of all…
August 3, 2023
Shake It Up Australia
Shake It Up Australia is a not-for-profit organization established in 2011 by Australian entrepreneur Clyde Campbell. In partnership with The Michael J. Fox Foundation…
August 2, 2023
Michelle Lane Louisiana Walks & Davis Phinney Foundation
Michelle was diagnosed with Parkinson’s in June 2000 at the age of 32. Michelle’s first symptom was a tremor in her left index finger…
August 1, 2023
Heather Berg on Yoga Nidra from the FAU College of Medicine
Heather Berg is a certified Yoga Teacher (E-RYT) and Buteyko Clinic Method Instructor in South Florida. She has been a yoga practitioner since 1991…
July 31, 2023
Christopher Sutphin on Advocacy through TikTok
Amidst his slight southern drawl, you hear the commitment: to family, friendship, and advocating for PWP. You also hear the intelligence- the fascination with…
July 30, 2023
Carol Rosenstein from Music Mends Minds
My name is Carol Rosenstein and I am the Founder of Music Mends Minds. I’m originally from South Africa. I came to the United…
July 29, 2023