Parkinson's Policy Podcast
From Washington, DC, at the U.S. Capitol and beyond, we bring together Senators, Representatives, researchers, and advocates to amplify the voices of people living with Parkinson’s disease.
The Parkinson’s Policy Podcast brings two Parkinson’s advocates together, George Ackerman (TogetherForSharon) and Margaret Preston (Power Over Parkinson’s) to create a higher level of awareness about Parkinson’s Disease, the fastest rising neurological disorder. Both touched by the disease, George and Margaret are passionate about advocating for those with the disease, and for all those caring for someone with the disease by hosting lawmakers who can help form policies that aide this growing community.
Parkinson's Policy Podcast
Latest Episodes
Parkinson's Policy Update: Dr. Alice Chen-Plotkin
What does the National Plan to End Parkinson’s Act mean for research, clinical care, and patient outcomes?We’re joined by Dr. Alice Chen-Plotkin, a leading physician-scientist and non-federal public member on the newly formed federal Ad...
Parkinson's Policy Podcast: Dr. Deborah Cory-Slechta
Is the rising incidence of Parkinson’s disease connected to the chemicals in our environment? In this episode of the Parkinson’s Policy Podcast, we sit down with the renowned Dr. Deborah Cory-Slechta, Professor of Environmental Medicine, Pediat...
Parkinson's Policy Podcast: Rep. Jennifer O'Mara
In this episode of the Parkinson’s Policy Podcast, we sit down with Pennsylvania State Representative Jennifer O’Mara (PA HD-165) to explore key policy pathways for supporting the Parkinson’s community. From capitol halls to local communities, ...
Parkinson's Policy Podcast: Rep. Valerie Gaydos
In this powerful episode of the Parkinson’s Policy Podcast, we are joined by Pennsylvania State Representative Valerie Gaydos. Rep. Gaydos brings a deeply personal perspective to health policy: her late mother, Martha, battled Parkinson’s disea...
Parkinson's Policy Podcast: PMD Alliance
In this episode of the Parkinson's Policy Podcast, we sit down with two incredible leaders from the Parkinson & Movement Disorder Alliance (PMD Alliance): Dr. Kelly Papesh (Clinical Director) and Rebecca Korduner (Chief Strategy Officer &am...