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Health and Wellness | November 29, 2023
Deep Brain Stimulation Makes Difference for Parkinson’s Patient
Renee Smith is active again thanks to deep brain stimulation, a procedure to control symptoms of Parkinson’s disease. Follow her story.
Health and Wellness | January 5, 2021
What Are The Early Signs of Parkinson’s?
Melissa Houser, MD, a neurologist at Scripps Clinic explains the early symptoms of Parkinson's disease, including tremors and facial masking.
Scripps in the News | April 11, 2018
Scripps Neurologist Weighs in on Parkinson's Psychosis Drug
Scripps physician Melissa Houser, MD, weighed in on the benefits and safety risks of a San Diego-made drug for Parkinson's disease psychosis.
Scripps in the News | January 30, 2018
Scripps Experts Discuss Effects of Parkinson’s Disease on TV Program
Scripps experts discussed the effects of psychosis on some patients who have Parkinson's Disease on the syndicated TV program, Healthy Body, Healthy Mind.
News Releases | July 20, 2016
Scripps Clinic, TSRI Scientists Receive Funding for Parkinson's Research
Scientists at Scripps Clinic and The Scripps Research Institute have received a grant of nearly $2.4M for potential stem cell therapy for Parkinson's disease.
Patient Stories | April 26, 2016
Deep Brain Stimulation Restores Quality of Life
Tom Wood underwent deep brain stimulation (DBS) treatment for his Parkinson's disease and found it reduced his symptoms and restored his quality of life.
Scripps in the News | April 7, 2016
Media Cover STSI Study Looking to Improve Parkinson's Diagnosis
Media covered a new clinical trial by the Scripps Translational Science Institute using genetic testing and wireless sensors to improve Parkinson's diagnosis.
News Releases | April 6, 2016
Study Combines DNA Testing with Wireless Sensor to Improve Parkinson's Diagnosis
A newly launched study by the Scripps Translational Science Institute aims to improve screening accuracy by combining genetic sequencing and wireless sensors.
Patient Stories | April 3, 2016
Moving Forward with Parkinson’s Disease
After being diagnosed with Parkinson's disease, physician Martin Adler turned to Scripps for his care, where underwent deep brain stimulation surgery.
Scripps in the News | December 13, 2015
Parkinson's Research at Scripps Clinic Profiled by Local Media
Stem cell research at Scripps Clinic could reverse symptoms of Parkinson’s disease, as discussed in the San Diego Union-Tribune and on KUSI News in 2015.