The Caring Neurologist
“The Caring Neurologist" - By Dr. Sandeep Thakkar is a podcast exploring the science, stories, and breakthroughs shaping the lives of those with Parkinson’s and movement disorders. Join Dr. Thakkar as he blends cutting-edge science with compassionate storytelling to empower patients, caregivers, and providers.
Podcasting since 2025 • 19 episodes
The Caring Neurologist
Latest Episodes
Navigating Cognitive Fatigue in Parkinson's: Causes, Solutions, and Optimizing Daily Life
Welcome to The Caring Neurologist, where clarity, compassion, and hope meet in the journey through Parkinson's care. In today’s episode, Dr. Sandeep Thakkar takes us deep into a topic that troubles many listeners: slowed cognitive processing, o...
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Season 1
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Episode 19
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46:09
Restoring Communication for Parkinson’s Patients: Voice Challenges, Approaches, and Hope
Welcome to another episode of The Caring Neurologist. Today, we're diving deep into an often overlooked but profoundly personal aspect of Parkinson's disease: changes in voice, speech, and communication. If you've ever felt your voice fading or...
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Season 1
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Episode 18
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30:35
Understanding Parkinson’s Dementia: Differences, Early Signs, and Support for Caregivers
Welcome to "The Caring Neurologist," where we shine a light on the realities, challenges, and often hidden aspects of neurological illness. In today’s episode, host Dr. Sandeep Thakkar tackles a topic that touches countless individuals and fami...
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41:51
Constipation, Microbiome, and Parkinson's: Unraveling the Gut's Role in Neurodegeneration
Welcome to another episode of The Caring Neurologist! Today, host Dr. Sandeep Thakkar dives into a truly fascinating topic that’s changing the way we think about Parkinson’s disease. When most people hear “Parkinson’s,” they picture tremors and...
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Season 1
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Episode 17
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36:11
The Evolution of Levodopa: From Ancient Remedies to Cutting-Edge Parkinson’s Care
Welcome back to The Caring Neurologist, where science, stories, and breakthrough discoveries meet compassionate care. In today’s episode, host Dr. Sandeep Thakkar takes you on a deep dive into the fascinating journey of Levodopa, the drug that ...
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Season 1
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Episode 16
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28:23