Neuroscience Expo: What Causes Parkinson’s Disease? Identifying Risk Factors

Jason L. Crowell, M.D., movement disorders neurologist, Norton Neuroscience Institute, discusses the causes of Parkinson’s disease and how risk factors are identified. Topics include:
Epidemiology of Parkinson’s disease
Impact of genetics on the diagnosis of patients with Parkinson’s disease
Causation versus correlation of diagnosis
Risk factors and protective factors of Parkinson’s disease
This presentation was a part of the Norton Neuroscience Institute Neuro Expo an annual event that presents and discusses innovations in medical developments for various neurological disorders. Each presentation is designed to provide those facing a neurological condition, their caregivers and family with education to enhance a patient’s quality of life. To learn more about the Neuro Expo go to nortonhealthcare.com/neuroexpo.

Established in early 2009, Norton Neuroscience Institute is the region’s leading provider of neurological care. The multidisciplinary comprehensive program has more than 110 subspecialty fellowship-trained neurosurgeons, neurologists, neuropsychologists and advanced practice providers. These specialists are trained to provide patients and their families with advanced treatment for complex neurological disorders, including ALS; aneurysms; brain tumors; epilepsy; headache and concussion; memory and dementia disorders, movement disorders, including Parkinson’s disease; multiple sclerosis; pediatric neurosurgery; spinal injuries and disorders; stroke; and more. Learn more or connect with our team: https://nortonhealthcare.com/services...