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The Parkinson's Foundation Expands Global Care Network

The Parkinson's Foundation has recently announced a significant expansion of its Global Care Network through the introduction of five new medical centers. This initiative aims to enhance access to high-quality care for individuals diagnosed with Parkinson's disease (PD), particularly in regions that previously lacked designated care centers. Among the new additions are centers located in Missouri, New Jersey, and Washington state, marking the first-ever designations in these areas.

As the number of individuals living with Parkinson's disease in the United States is projected to reach 1.2 million by 2030, the Foundation is making it a priority to ensure that all patients can access comprehensive care and support. “These five newly designated centers join a global network that is setting the highest standard of care for people with Parkinson's worldwide,” stated John L. Lehr, the President and CEO of the Parkinson's Foundation. “Patients accessing care at these centers can be assured they are receiving the very best treatment available.”

The Global Care Network is recognition for those medical centers that exemplify excellence in delivering patient-centered care through a multidisciplinary approach. The newly designated centers include:

• - Center of Excellence:

- The University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA
- The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas, TX
- The University of Washington, Seattle, WA
- Washington University in St. Louis, St. Louis, MO

• - Comprehensive Care Center:

- Hackensack University Medical Center, Hackensack, NJ

The recognition serves to highlight these centers' commitment to improving patient care, conducting impactful community outreach, and providing advanced training for healthcare professionals.

Dr. Baijayanta Maiti of Washington University expressed the team’s pride in achieving this designation, emphasizing their commitment to delivering exceptional care and driving innovation within the Parkinson's care field. Similarly, Anny Lin of the University of Washington acknowledged that this honor reflects their multidisciplinary team’s dedication to comprehensive and compassionate care aimed at advancing research and education.

Every center within the Parkinson’s Foundation Global Care Network undergoes recertification every five years to ensure ongoing compliance with established standards of care. For a complete listing of designated centers, the public can visit Parkinson.org/Network.

About the Parkinson's Foundation

The Parkinson's Foundation has been dedicated to enhancing the lives of those affected by Parkinson's disease since its establishment in 1957. The organization is committed to improving care, advancing research for a cure, and building a supportive community around those living with PD. To date, it has invested over $513 million in research and clinical care initiatives.

Understanding Parkinson's Disease

Parkinson’s disease is recognized as the fastest-growing neurological disorder globally, affecting more than one million people in the United States. Characterized by gradual motor control loss and diverse non-motor symptoms, the disorder holds no definitive cure at present. Each year, nearly 90,000 new cases are diagnosed, underscoring the urgency for improved care and research in this area.

To connect with the Parkinson’s community and learn more about available resources, you can visit Parkinson.org, call 1-800-4PD-INFO (1-800-473-4636), or engage with us on social platforms including Facebook, X, and Instagram.