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To help you and your loved ones navigate life with Parkinson's, a movement disorder specialist discusses Parkinson's research and care through blogs and videos.

Rachel Dolhun, MD, DipABLM

Meet Dr. Dolhun

 Rachel Dolhun, MD, DipABLM, a double-board-certified neurology and lifestyle medicine physician and fellowship-trained movement disorder specialist is the principal medical advisor at The Michael J. Fox Foundation.

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    Sleep, Diet and New Treatments Featured at Annual Neurology Conference

    The 2025 American Academy of Neurology conference featured updates on Parkinson’s treatment and care, including the role of nutrition and sleep. Learn more.
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    Magic Mushrooms for Parkinson’s? What to Know About Psilocybin Therapy

    Psilocybin, also known as magic mushrooms, is being studied as a potential treatment for depression in people with Parkinson’s disease.
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    Ask the MD: The Next Generation of DBS Is Here

    The Michael J. Fox Foundation provides information on the first adaptive deep brain stimulation system for Parkinson’s disease.
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  • Exercise Improves Cognition in Parkinson's Disease

    ¿Cuál es el mejor zapato para el Parkinson?

    Las personas con Parkinson que tienen dificultades para caminar, mantener el equilibrio o que sufren caídas pueden beneficiarse al saber qué tipo de zapatos deben o no usar.
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  • Nature Walks May Be Good for Your Brain, Study Finds

    Five Lifestyle Changes that Can Reduce Your Fall Risk

    What you eat and drink, as well as other lifestyle factors, can help reduce the risk of falls in people with Parkinson’s.
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  • Five Tips to Support a Loved One with Parkinson's (Ask the MD Video)

    Our newest video offers five tips to help you support a loved one living with PD.
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  • Exercise Improves Cognition in Parkinson's Disease

    What’s the Best Shoe for Parkinson’s?

    Get tips on finding the best shoes for people with Parkinson’s.
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The medical information contained in this publication is for general information purposes only. The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research has a policy of refraining from advocating, endorsing or promoting any drug therapy, course of treatment, or specific company or institution. It is crucial that care and treatment decisions related to Parkinson’s disease and any other medical condition be made in consultation with a physician or other qualified medical professional.

Ask the MD has been made possible through the leadership of members of our Parkinson's Disease Education Consortium in conjunction with The Albert B. Glickman Parkinson's Disease Education Program. These partners' support allows us to furnish high-quality educational content to the Parkinson's community while maintaining our commitment to allocate donor dollars to high-impact research. Editorial control of all Michael J. Fox Foundation-published content rests solely with the Foundation.
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