Parkinson's Disease Program

Parkinson's disease is a movement disorder that affects an estimated 1.5 million Americans. At BIDMC, our neurologists coordinate treatment and care with a multidisciplinary team of experts — including physical therapists, sleep specialists, social work and more — to meet the physical, cognitive and emotional needs of you and your caregivers.

Our Parkinson’s Disease and Movement Disorder Center is proud to be a Parkinson's Foundation Center of Excellence. This award acknowledges our excellence in comprehensive care, research, community outreach, and education — all hallmarks of a leading-edge PD program. We are committed to maximizing your quality of life by optimizing your health and keeping you connected and informed. Neurology clinic visits with a movement disorders specialist can be scheduled by calling 617-667-0519.

Parkinson's Care

Parkinson's Disease Interdisciplinary Clinic
BIDMC Parkinson's disease patients are eligible to participate in a half-day of back-to-back visits with their established neurologist and choice to subspecialists. Read about the interdisciplinary clinic and view a sample schedule here.

Clinical Research
Our Parkinson's Disease and Movement Disorders Center actively participates in multi-center clinical trials evaluating new treatments for PD. Patients can also enroll in observational and at-home research studies. We are members of the Parkinson Study Group and a Parkinson's Foundation Center of Excellence. View our list of active studies.

Deep Brain Stimulation
Some patients with Parkinson's disease benefit from a surgical treatment known as Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS). However, the treatment is not for everyone. Your symptoms, past response to medication, your age, and your ability to come to the hospital for frequent follow-up visits, are some of the factors that you and your doctor will consider before deciding if you might benefit from this procedure. Read about DBS for Parkinson's Disease.