Parkinson's Disease Courses and Certifications

Universidad Complutense de Madrid

Ageing and The Brain: The Impact of Neurodegenerative Diseases

35 ratings at FutureLearn

Learn what happens to the brain as neurodegenerative diseases progress and study the latest research on brain disorder prevention.

• FutureLearn
• 5 weeks, 5 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Best Care for People with Late-Stage Parkinson’s Disease - Part One

2 ratings at FutureLearn

Discover the best care practices for people with Parkinson’s disease as you develop your skills in the field of palliative care.

• FutureLearn
• 6 weeks, 5 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

The Aging Brain

250 ratings at The Great Courses Plus

A neuroscientist and award-winning professor takes you down to the molecular level of the brain to show you what you can do to prolong your health and keep your mind sharp.

• The Great Courses Plus
• 6 hours 21 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Understanding Disorders of the Brain

33 ratings at The Great Courses Plus

<p>From autism to Alzheimer’s, learn about brain diseases and disorders in these 24 captivating lessons.</p>

• The Great Courses Plus
• 11 hours 37 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Mary Greeley Medical Center

End of Life Care for Patients with Neurologic Disease

Explore end-of-life care for neurological patients, covering advanced care planning, palliative options, and decision-making strategies for various conditions like dementia, ALS, and strokes.

• YouTube
• 51 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

TED

DNA Mapping for Preventive Health - Insights from 23andMe

Explore DNA mapping's potential in preventive healthcare with 23andMe co-founder Anne Wojcicki, discussing genetic insights and research initiatives.

• YouTube
• 15 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

TED

Why Science Says to Listen to Your Gut

Explore the gut-brain connection and its potential to revolutionize treatments for neurological conditions like Autism and Parkinson's, offering new insights into disease causes and innovative therapies.

• YouTube
• 16 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

Ninja Nerd

Parkinson's Disease Drugs

Comprehensive overview of Parkinson's disease medications, covering basal ganglia anatomy, pathophysiology, and various drug classes including L-Dopa, dopamine agonists, and enzyme inhibitors, with practice problems.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 37 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

TEDx

What Parkinson's Taught Me

Inspiring insights from Emma Lawton's Parkinson's journey: embracing life, finding positivity, and personal growth through adversity. Valuable lessons for reassessing priorities and finding joy in challenging times.

• YouTube
• 16 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

TED-Ed

Parkinson's, Depression and the Switch That Might Turn Them Off

Exploring deep brain stimulation's potential to treat neurological disorders like Parkinson's and depression through precise electrode placement and stimulation control.

• YouTube
• 16 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

TED

Parkinson's, Depression and the Switch That Might Turn Them Off

Explore deep brain stimulation's potential to treat Parkinson's, depression, and Alzheimer's. Learn about this precise technique that uses electrodes to correct brain dysfunction and its promising results.

• YouTube
• 16 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

TEDx

The Challenge of Degenerative Brain Diseases

Explore groundbreaking research on Alzheimer's and Parkinson's, revealing new diagnostic and treatment approaches for protein misfolding diseases with biochemist Byron Caughey.

• YouTube
• 15 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

TEDx

Applying an Entrepreneurial Mindset to Parkinson’s Disease

Discover how an entrepreneurial approach can revolutionize Parkinson's disease care. Haynes D'Souza shares insights on innovative problem-solving and adaptability in healthcare, drawing from personal experiences as a caregiver.

• YouTube
• 18 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

TEDx

Walking with Parkinson's

An inspiring tale of resilience: Will Boag's journey with Parkinson's, highlighting courage, support, and the power of walking to confront challenges and raise awareness for research.

• YouTube
• 15 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

Ninja Nerd

Neurology - Basal Ganglia Anatomy & Function - Direct & Indirect Pathways

Comprehensive exploration of basal ganglia anatomy and function, covering direct, indirect, and nigrostriatal pathways, with insights into Parkinson's and Huntington's diseases.

• YouTube
• 42 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video