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Understanding Parkinson’s Disease With Dr. Michael Okun (Ep. 36)

By Keeping The Well In Well-thy | February 29, 2024

Millions of people worldwide are living with Parkinson’s disease. Yet, despite its prevalence, there’s a lot of confusion and misunderstanding surrounding it.

In this installment of Keeping the Well in Well-thy, Barbara Archer, and renowned neurologist Dr. Michael Okun, discuss the intricacies of Parkinson’s disease. They explore the wide range of symptoms, patients’ experiences, the journey to a proper diagnosis, and the latest strategies for managing the disease effectively. By addressing common misconceptions and highlighting the importance of comprehensive care, this podcast serves as a beacon of knowledge and support for patients, families, and caregivers alike. Dr. Okun sheds light on the nuances of treatment and the critical role of maintaining joy and passion in life, despite the challenges posed by Parkinson’s.

Dr. Michael Okun discusses:

Understanding Parkinson’s disease and its symptoms
The influence of genetics and environmental factors on Parkinson’s
The importance of personalized care, recent research, and advancements
Myths and misconceptions surrounding Parkinson’s
And more

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About Dr. Michael Okun:

Dr. Michael Okun is a board-certified neurologist, movement disorders specialist, neuroscientist, and author who practices with the philosophy that ‘the patient is the sun’ and should be at the center of all care decisions. As a care provider, he strives to translate physiological principles underpinning neurological disorders into real-world therapies to improve patient’s lives.

In his free time, he enjoys spending time with friends and family, listening to podcasts, reading history, going on walks with the family dog, and watching baseball.

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Hope for Autism and Other Neurological Challenges with Dr. John Mantovani (Ep. 8)

By Keeping-the-Well-In-Well-thy | December 8, 2022

Have you noticed that something different might be occurring with your child or grandchild and wonder if there is a problem? If so, these questions are not uncommon, and many people are not aware of what to look out for when detecting a neurological condition in young children.

In this episode, Barbara Archer is joined by Dr. John Mantovani, a child neurologist, and chair of the Missouri department of mental health’s commission on autism spectrum disorders based in St. Louis, Missouri. He received his medical degree from the University of Missouri Columbia school of medicine with a fellowship at Washington University School of Medicine and Pediatric Neurology.

Dr. John Mantovani has gained his expertise in this area as a past president of the American Academy for cerebral palsy and developmental medicine and a current member of the American academy of pediatrics council on developmental disabilities. After giving over 200 lectures, both nationally and internationally, with many peer-reviewed research articles under his wing, he is here to talk to us about the neurological development of children.

Dr. John Mantovani discusses:

The main reasons someone would seek out a pediatric neurologist
How to identify behavioral challenges in young children
What developmental support can look like at such a young age
His experience in this field and helping young children improve their lives
And more

Connect with Dr. John Mantovani

John Mantovani, MD | Pediatric Neurologist – Mercy Clinic

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About our Guest:

Dr. John F. Mantovani is a pediatric neurologist in Creve Coeur, Missouri, and is affiliated with multiple hospitals in the area, including Mercy Hospital St. Louis and St. Louis Children’s Hospital-Washington University. He received his medical degree from the University of Missouri-Columbia School of Medicine and has been in practice for more than 20 years.

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