Some 1.5 million Americans suffer from Parkinson’s disease (PD), a degenerative neurological disorder characterized by stiffness, tremor (shaking), and lack of balance and coordination, and approximately 60,000 new cases are diagnosed each year.

PD ultimately causes patients to lose the ability to control movement.

A recognized champion in the battle against PD, Duke’s multidisciplinary team of specialists offers exceptional diagnostic services, patient care, and support services.

Our clinicians are sensitive to the particular needs of families living with PD, and we can help in a number of ways -- from drug treatment to physical and occupational therapy to support services.

A key player on the PD research front for many years, Duke scientists can be credited with making a number of significant discoveries about the disease. PD research at Duke is coordinated by the Morris K. Udall Parkinson’s Disease Research Center of Excellence, a division of the renowned Duke Center for Human Genetics.

Appointments

For more information about the services Duke offers to Parkinson’s disease patients, or to get a referral or schedule an appointment, call 888-ASK-DUKE (888-275-3853).

Physicians

Physicians offering this service include:

• Calakos, Nicole
• Hurwitz, Barrie J.
• Scott, Burton L.
• Stacy, Mark A.

Locations

This service is available at:

• Duke Neurosciences/Spine
  Duke Clinic 1L, 200 Trent Drive, Durham, NC 27710
• Duke University Hospital
  2301 Erwin Road, Durham, NC 27710
• Health Center at Morreene Road (Neuroscience)
  932 Morreene Road, Durham, NC 27705