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Dr. Hall
Brain Health & Conditions

From Hypothesis to Human Impact

Deborah Hall, MD, PhD, shares reflections on research, education and her efforts to help as many patients as possible through science

Field family
Brain Health & Conditions

A Life Defined by Love, Not Diagnosis

Renée Field’s care at Rush helped her live fully with Parkinson’s disease, inspired her family’s lasting commitment to research and hope

Terri Keckler playing pickleball
Patient Stories

Terri’s Story: Finding an Exercise Class and Much More

In Rush Copley’s Movement Disorders Program, Terri Keckler found the physical activity she needed — and friendships, too

Neuro differences
Brain Health & Conditions

What’s the Difference Between a Neurologist and a Neurosurgeon?

Rush experts explain what you should know about these different — yet related — specialties that often work with each other

Dr. Christopher Goetz
Brain Health & Conditions

Honoring Christopher G. Goetz, MD

The force behind Rush’s powerhouse Parkinson’s disease and movement disorders program

Sherry Koppel sits on a red chair
Brain Health & Conditions

Sherry’s Journey: Living Fully With Parkinson’s

How Sherry Koppel turned her Parkinson’s disease diagnosis into a mission — giving back, inspiring others and embracing each day

Jori Fleisher talks to patient in corridor
Brain Health & Conditions

6 Parkinson’s Disease Facts

The outlook for people with Parkinson's disease is improving

Wayne keeps active on exercise bike
Patient Stories

Wayne’s Story: Determined to Be the Best He Can Be

Wayne Janovsky challenges himself with exercise to slow the progression of Parkinson’s disease

Dr. David Gonzalez speaks with a patient
Brain Health & Conditions

Creating Social Connections

David A. González, PhD, ABPP, examines the effects of loneliness on motor and nonmotor symptoms of Parkinson’s disease

Dr. Deborah Hall
Brain Health & Conditions

Finding the Right Genes

Thanks to research breakthroughs related to genetics, we are beginning to understand the biological reasons why the symptoms and progression of Parkinson's disease vary in each person.