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MDS Neurologist
The most important decision you will make is choosing a Movement Disorder Specialized Neurologist.

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MDS Neurologist
MDS Neurologists are quicker at diagnosing and more accurate, eliminate the prescribing of unnecessary medications and diagnostic testing and patient enjoy quicker appropriate treatments. This

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Parkinson's Specialists
of a psychiatrist, neuropsychologist, physical therapist, geriatrician, sleep specialist, speech therapist, social worker, and occupational therapist, among others.specializes in Parkinson’s

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Comprehensive Care Team
a movement disorders neurologist, patients with PD often need the help of a psychiatrist, neuropsychologist, physical therapist, geriatrician, sleep specialist, speech therapist, social worker, and occupational therapist, among others.

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Choosing a Neurologist
The next big decision is the most important decision you will make – finding an excellent neurologist. Don’t rush this decision. The key is selecting a neurologist that is a Movement Disorder Specialized Neurologist (MDS). A regular neurologist has good knowledge of 400 neurological disorders.
Movement Disorders Specialist focus on Parkinson’s Disease. MDS completes a movement disorders fellowship of 1-2 years of training focused on Parkinson’s and related disorders. Movement disorders are a group of neurological conditions that cause abnormal increased voluntary or involuntary movements. Research shows that MDS Neurologists are quicker at diagnosing and more accurate, eliminate the prescribing of unnecessary medications and diagnostic testing and patient enjoy quicker appropriate treatments. This shouldn’t be surprising considering Parkinson’s complexity.
If you placed an advertisement in the newspsper looking for a Neurologist it would look like this:
Looking for a Neurologist
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
- Must be a Movement Disorder Specialist Neurologist.
- Speaks your language . Offers a medical translater.
- Excellent communicator. Speaks in terms you understand.
- Excellent listener.
- Very patient. Takes the time you need,
- Strong Leadership skills. Works with high quality allied health care professionals .
- Strives to be current with Parkinson's treatments, research, medicine, and allied medical professionals.
- Active member in Hawaii Parkinsons Association and International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society
- Upbeat positive attitude
Your MDS Neurologist is the architect of your treatment strategy and your quailty of life and the maestro of yor cmprhenisve rare team.
Parkinson's Medical Professionals
Centers of Excellence
- Queen's Medical Center Parkinson's Disease & Movement Center
- Hawaii Pacific Neuroscience
Movement Disorder Specialist Neurologists
- Dr Michiko Bruno
- Dr. Sara Graner
- Dr. Allison Przeop
- Dr. Fay Gao
- Dr. Melvin Yee
- Dr. Webster Ross
Psychologists & Psychiatrists
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Physical Therapy
- Peggy Hill
- Justin Fukunaga
- Kay Kitazumi
- Kevin Lockette
Occupational Therapy
Speech Therapy
- Dr. Joanne Kawahigashi-Oshiro
Nutrition
- Fauzia Morgan
Exercise
Boxing
- Flex-Hard Pro Fitness - Kaimuki
- Rock Steady Boxing - Pearlside Gym
- Rock Steady Boxing - Zoom
- Boxing for Parkinson's - Niu Valley
LVST
- LVST locally?
PWR!
- Lifestyle Fitness 808 Kalihi
Zoom Classes
- Rock Steady Boxing - Zoom
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General Exercise Classes
- YMCA Kaimuki, Kalihi, Leeward, Nuuanu, & Windward
- Move-It! (Kevin Lockette DIY)
- Still & Moving Center Kakaako
- Hawaii Academy Kalihi
- Kapuna Aikido Kaneohe
Fall Training
- Hawaii Academy - Kalihi
- Kapuna Aikido Kaneohe
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Be Positive
REMEMBER
You are lucky!
Lucky U.S.A.
Lucky you live in the United States, Great doctors & Medicine.
Wonderful Technology
Lucky to have smart watches, smartphones & tablets making life easier.
You're best Days are ahead
This is 100% true. You just need to acknowledge great days and remind yourself often.
Suck it up buttercup!
There children with far worse ailments and they are happy! No excuses!
Daily Mantra
A daily mantra declaring today to be a great day can set you on the right path.
Challenge yourself
Don't settle for less, ruse to the challenge. When you amaze yourself you will be overjoyed in happiness.
Getting out of bed is half the challenge
It is common to wake up and be stiff and think today is going to be tough. You can barely roll out of bed. We recommend getting up, no matter how tough it is, to get out of bed, stretch and have a breakfast. I guarantee you will be your normal happy self once you get moving. I am always amazed at how quickly I transition to smiling. Eventually you can train your mind to skip the wakeup blues and be positive when you wake
Exercise
Exercise is essential to thrive with Parkinson’s. Exercise has been shown to slow the progression of Parkinson’s Disease. Exercise helps maintain strength and flexibility which is critical to maintain mobility and independence. Exercise benefits are greater at earlier stages, so do not wait. Get started today! The key is to make sure the trainer specializes working wish Parkinson’s patients. Below are some national programs, which is a fantastic way to get started.
Branded Exercise Programs
Branded exercise programs are nationwide Parkinson’s specific exercise programs that benefit patients. It’s a good place to start to meet other outgoing patients and to establish expectations.
LVST Big is the original Parkinson’s exercise program with most certified trainers.
PWR Moves is a fast growing alternative to LVST Big.
Rock Steady Boxing builds on the popularity of incorporating punching into workout routines.
The Costs
Parkinson’s disease is unique in that 95% of medical expenses are paid by Medicare because Parkinson’s patients are typically retired, 65 years or older and on Medicare. As Parkinson’s Disease progresses treatments tend to increase in costs as your dopamine decreases. We recommend having a supplemental insurance. Late stage Deep Brain Stimulation surgery may require you paying your full deductible out of pocket for the surgery while late stage Duopa has low surgery costs but the monthly costs of the Duopa can exceed $15,000. This may require you to apply for a nonprofit to pay the difference. Having a Movement Disorder Specialized Neurologists will give you a better chance obtaining insurance approvals. This is routine fo them.