Interview Index

Here is an index of every interview I have conducted. Our mission is to reach more and more people every day. Follow us through this journey as our cause is heard, read, and watched

Disclaimer for Interviews:

The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speaker’s own and do not represent the views, thoughts, and opinions of Dr. George Ackerman or TogetherForSharon®. The material and information presented here is for general information purposes only. Dr. George Ackerman or the TogetherForSharon® name and all forms and abbreviations are the property of its owner and its use does not imply endorsement of or opposition to any specific speaker, organization, product, or service.

Sharon Hampton: Making Parkinson’s My Partner

An interview with Sharon Hampton: Making Parkinson’s My Partner on November 11, 2024.   Biography I’m originally from Ireland and moved

VILIM ball against Parkinson’s disease hand tremors

An interview with VILIM ball against Parkinson’s disease hand tremors on November 4, 2024   Biography/Please tell me a little

Harry Starkey: Joining the fight to improve outcomes and find a cure for PWPs with enthusiasm and passion- Parkinson’s Association of Northern California

An interview with Harry Starkey: Joining the fight to improve outcomes and find a cure for PWPs with enthusiasm and

Robyn Cotton: Raising Parkinson’s Awareness through novels

An interview with Robyn Cotton: Raising Parkinson’s Awareness through novels on October 15, 2024.   Biography Robyn Cotton is a

Larry Linton: It’s not about the climb. It’s about the descent

An interview with Larry Linton: It’s not about the climb. It’s about the descent on October 15, 2024.   Biography

Todd Shoemaker: The Blessed Overcomer

An interview with Todd Shoemaker: The Blessed Overcomer on October 12, 2024.   Biography   Born and raised in West

Chris Hamper: The Parkinson’s Project

An interview with Chris Hamper: The Parkinson’s Project on October 9, 2024.   Please tell me a little about your

Kevin Lockette: The Hawaii Parkinson Guy

An interview with Kevin Lockette: The Hawaii Parkinson Guy on September 28, 2024.   Biography/Please tell me a little about

Quinton Didone: PD and Advocacy

An interview with Quinton Didone: PD and Advocacy on September 29, 2024.   Biography I was diagnosed with Parkinson’s and

Traci Aday: the importance of exercise and being your own Advocate

An interview with Traci Aday: the importance of exercise and being your own Advocate on September 28, 2024.    Biography

Kim Mortson: Body Design

An interview with Kim Mortson: Body Design on September 26, 2024. Biography I’m 64 and was diagnosed with Parkinson’s January

Akemi Mercedes: Your Story is Medicine: Healing, Wellness & Empowerment for Parkinson’s

An interview with Akemi Mercedes: Your Story is Medicine: Healing, Wellness & Empowerment for Parkinson’s on September 25, 2024  

Michelle Garratt- Focus on What CAN I DO versus What I can’t

An interview with Michelle Garratt- wife, mother, teacher, singer, adventurer, writer and more: Focus on What CAN I DO versus

Claudio Semplicini: Walk better, Walk longer with ExoBand

An interview with Claudio Semplicini: Walk better, Walk longer with ExoBand on September 6, 2024. Biography  I’m Claudio Semplicini, MD,

Tine Van Bogaert & Alexandra Boogers: Starry Skies, Cosmic Shakes

An interview with Tine Van Bogaert & Alexandra Boogers: Starry Skies, Cosmic Shakes on August 28, 2024. Biography Alexandra Boogers

Bobby Krause: Triumph over Tremors

An interview with Bobby Krause: Triumph over Tremors on August 28, 2024.   Biography As a college athlete turned sales

Valerie diLorenzo: Sing Loud for PD

An interview with Valerie diLorenzo: Sing Loud for PD on August 26, 2024.   Biography Valerie diLorenzo is a professional

Dan Webber: Shaking up the industry: Working with The Parky Players

An interview with Dan Webber: Shaking up the industry: Working with The Parky Players on August 26, 2024.   Dan

Ginger Ash, Advocacy

An interview with Ginger Ash, Advocacy on August 25, 2024.   Biography My name is Ginger Ash and I live

Jean Kaluza, From Drums to Dystonia to Dance to Freeing Brains

An interview with Jean Kaluza, From Drums to Dystonia to Dance to Freeing Brains on August 19, 2024. Biography I

Asli Beyza Gul: Driven by Passion, A Journey to Transform Parkinson’s

An interview with Asli Beyza Gul: Driven by Passion, A Journey to Transform Parkinson’s on August 18, 2024.   Biography

Larry Schaberg on Advocacy

An interview with Larry Schaberg on Advocacy on August 18, 2024.   Biography   I was born in Michigan to

Frank Antonicelli Embracing Parkinson’s

An interview with Frank Antonicelli Embracing Parkinson’s on August 16, 2024.   Biography   My name is Frank Antonicelli, and

Dee Ecklund on Multiple Sclerosis Advocacy

An interview with Dee Ecklund on Multiple Sclerosis Advocacy on August 14, 2024.   Biography   I was diagnosed with

Karen Patterson Teatime with Mother Nature

An interview with Karen Patterson Teatime with Mother Nature on August 11,2024.   Biography   I was born and raised

Rita Botelho: Sharing to break Stigma about PD

An interview with Rita Botelho Sharing to break Stigma about PD on August 12, 2024.   Biography   I am

Daniel Fruik: The Poisoning of our Military Men & Women… Kadena Air Force Base

An interview with Daniel Fruik: The Poisoning of our Military Men & Women… Kadena Air Force Base  on August 11, 2024.

An interview with Jess Dove London & Esther Labib-Kiyarash on Turnto PD

An interview with Jess Dove London & Esther Labib-Kiyarash on Turnto PD on August 8, 2024.   Biography Esther   Esther is

An interview with Rena Yudkowsky: Memory Matters with Rena

An interview with Rena Yudkowsky: Memory Matters with Rena on July 26, 2024.   Biography   Rena Yudkowsky, a professional

An interview with Guillaume Brachet: A repurposed life

An interview with Guillaume Brachet: A repurposed life on July 25, 2024   Biography   My name’s Guillaume, 35yo French

Tony Saviano: Movin’ and Groovin’

An interview with Tony Saviano: Movin’ and Groovin’ on July 12, 2024. Biography I was born and raised in Chicago

Melissa Miller The Marathon of Caring for a Chronically Ill Loved One & Epilepsy Awareness

An interview with Melissa Miller The Marathon of Caring for a Chronically Ill Loved One & Epilepsy Awareness on July

Amanda Brown: Chronic Amanda’s Advocating

An interview with Amanda Brown: Chronic Amanda’s Advocating on July 11, 2024.   Biography I have had medical issues my

Sebastiaan Hoyt Rock To Cure Parkinsons

An interview with Sebastiaan Hoyt Rock To Cure Parkinsons on July 10, 2024.   Please tell me a little about

Kendra Dinius Parkinson’s AHAIRMESS!

An interview with Kendra Dinius Parkinson’s AHAIRMESS! On July 6, 2024.   Biography   My name is Kendra and I

Jennifer Crowder, Every Voice Matters: PD Advocacy

An interview with Jennifer Crowder, Every Voice Matters: PD Advocacy on June 25, 2024.   Biography By her own definition,

Cory Orosz RN Case Manager, Parkinson’s Advocate

An interview with Cory Orosz RN Case Manager, Parkinson’s Advocate on June 23, 2024. (Photo Cory and Dr. George Ackerman,

Scott Loeff on Tourette Syndrome Advocacy

An interview with Scott Loeff on Tourette Syndrome Advocacy: Excuse me sir do you need a Tissue. That is because

Tim Lockard: FINDING MY PD POWERS

An interview with Tim Lockard: FINDING MY PD POWERS on June 13, 2024.   Biography My name is Tim Lockard.

Lisa Field, Thriving with Early Onset Parkinsons

An interview with Lisa Field, Thriving with Early Onset Parkinsons on June 13, 2024.   Biography I live in Australia

Amy Bridge, Qui Ose Vivra Daring to Live, Thrive and Hope with Parkinson’s Disease

An interview with Amy Bridge, Qui Ose Vivra Daring to Live, Thrive and Hope with Parkinson’s Disease on June 6,

Amy Chrest, SLP, with YOPD: Speech-Language Pathologist Living with Parkinson’s

An interview with Amy Chrest, SLP, with YOPD: Speech-Language Pathologist Living with Parkinson’s on 6/10/2024.  Biography I am a wife,

Julie A. Stamm: Creating a more inclusive world through advocacy, awareness, and education on Multiple Sclerosis

An interview with Julie A. Stamm: Creating a more inclusive world through advocacy, awareness, and education on Multiple Sclerosis on

Traci Caldwell on PD Advocacy

An interview with Traci Caldwell on Advocacy on on May 24, 2024.   Biography I’m a 40 year old wife,

Susana Carlos of the Davis Phinney Foundation

An interview with Susana Carlos of the Davis Phinney Foundation: Re-Centering Parkinson’s Voices & Elevating Community Leaders for Parkinson’s on

Linda Silver: Refusing To Let Parkinson’s Control My Life

An interview with Linda Silver: Refusing To Let Parkinson’s Control My Life on May 15, 2024.   Biography I have

Martin Taylor on Parkinson’s Research Interest Group

An interview with Martin Taylor on Parkinson’s Research Interest Group- Facebook on    2024 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.   Biography

Dr. Michael Lenz and Fibromyalgia Advocacy

An interview with Dr. Michael Lenz and Fibromyalgia Advocacy on March 11, 2024. Biography I grew up in West Bend,

Lisa Limper from Urban Poling: Walk Your Way to Better Health

An interview with Lisa Limper from Urban Poling: Walk Your Way to Better Health on May 6, 2024.   Biography/Please

Lana Gelb on Holistic tools for Parkinson’s

An interview with Lana Gelb on Holistic tools for Parkinson’s on May 6, 2024.   Biography   Lana is the

Daniel Hight: I Have Cancer, Cancer Doesn’t Have Me

An interview with Daniel Hight I Have Cancer, Cancer Doesn’t Have Me  on April 4,  2024. Biography   42, husband,

Lisa Skinner, How Would You Prepare for a Parkinson’s Disease Diagnosis?

An interview with Lisa Skinner, How Would You Prepare for a Parkinson’s Disease Diagnosis? on March 30, 2024.   Biography   Author

Allie Reed, Helping People with Parkinson’s Disease Find Community, Support, and Hope

An interview with Allie Reed, Helping People with Parkinson’s Disease Find Community, Support, and Hope on April 3, 2024.   Biography My

Jeannine Alain: Finding Something I Can Do for Others

An interview with Jeannine Alain: Finding Something I Can Do for Others on March 29, 2024.   Biography   I’m 65-year-old Canadian

Interview Ellen De La Cruz Swimming To Beat Parkinson’s

An interview with Ellen De La Cruz Swimming To Beat Parkinson’s on April 28, 2024 Please tell me a little

Author Rick Lauber on Caregiving for PD

An interview with Author Rick Lauber on Caregiving for PD on October 1, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. Biography   Rick

Dr. Greg Eckel from Energy4Life Centers

An interview with Dr. Greg Eckel from Energy4Life Centers on September 27, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.   Please tell me

Darryn Wright on Advocacy

An interview with Darryn Wright on Advocacy on September 27, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. This is one of Darryn’s

Susan Belesi Parkinson Place Center

An interview with Susan Belesi from the Parkinson Place Center on September 25, 26 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.  

Misty Dickey on Advocacy on Lewy Body Dementia

An interview with Misty Dickey on Advocacy for Lewy Body Dementia on September 22, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. Misty’s mom,

Dr. Molly Cincotta Movement Disorders Specialist at Temple University

An interview with Dr. Molly Cincotta Movement Disorders Specialist at Temple University on April 23, 2024.   Please tell me

Wayne MacLaughlin from Rise Above Parkinsons, Inc.

An interview with Wayne MacLaughlin from Rise Above Parkinsons, Inc. on September 8, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. Rise Above Parkinsons,

Rob Warner, 17 years and counting with Parkinson’s, and still hang’n in there

An interview with Rob Warner, 17 years and counting with Parkinson’s, and still hang’n in there on March 26, 2024 by

Dr. Peter Istvan Pedaling for Parkinson’s, cycling for a cure

An interview with Dr. Peter Istvan Pedaling for Parkinson’s, cycling for a cure on March 20, 2024 by George Ackerman, Ph.D,

Debbie Polisky More Nutrition Less Stress for the PD Community

An interview with Debbie Polisky: More Nutrition Less Stress for the PD Community on March 18, 2024 by George Ackerman,

May Evers on Advocacy: Always keep on the move

An interview with May Evers on Advocacy: Always keep on the move on March 17, 2024 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.

Char Grossman, Director + Founder YogaReach® LLC

An interview with Char Grossman, Director + Founder YogaReach® LLC on March 8, 2024 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. Biography As the

Martha Nance, MD Medical Director at Struthers Parkinson’s Center

An interview with Martha Nance, MD Medical Director at Struthers Parkinson’s Center on April 14, 2024. Biography I graduated from

Kristin Winter from SpeechRx, Speech and Swallowing Therapy: Let’s speak, laugh and eat your favorite foods again!

An interview with Kristin Winter from SpeechRx, Speech and Swallowing Therapy:  Let’s speak, laugh and eat your favorite foods again!

Dr. Tamine Capato: Advancing Horizons

An interview with Dr. Tamine Capato: Advancing Horizons on April 13, 2024. Biography I am Tamine Capato, physiotherapist, living in

Molly Cupka from Up ENDing Parkinson’s

An interview with Molly Cupka from Up ENDing Parkinson’s on April 12, 2024. Biography I have been an athlete for

Christophe Mathevet from Association Paddle contre Parkinson

An interview with Christophe Mathevet from Association Paddle contre Parkinson on October 29, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.  

Elisabeth Morris from Indiana Parkinson Foundation

An interview with Elisabeth Morris from Indiana Parkinson Foundation on February 5, 2024 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.   Please tell me

Dr. Rene Anand- Making the Impossible Plausible and then Possible in Parkinson’s Therapeutics

An interview with Dr. Rene Anand- Making the Impossible Plausible and then Possible in Parkinson’s Therapeutics on November 5, 2023

Elizabeth Peñate on Advocacy

An interview with Elizabeth Peñate on Advocacy: Living with Parkinson’s disease in a country of few opportunities on November 18,

Charlotte Juarez on Advocacy

An interview with Charlotte Juarez about Advocacy October 19, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.   Biography Charlotte Juarez was diagnosed with Parkinson’s in

Laura Olmos, Life doesn’t have to be perfect to be wonderful.

An interview with Laura Olmos, Life doesn’t have to be perfect to be wonderful on March 3, 2024 by George Ackerman, Ph.D,

Sara Bastiaensen: Road to Finding a Cure

An interview with Sara Bastiaensen: Road to Finding a Cure on March 1, 2024 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. Biography   I

David Gebhart, Still in shock? That’s Life with Parkinson’s

An interview with David Gebhart, Still in shock? That’s Life with Parkinson’s! on    2/29/2024 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. Biography  

Alison Geymer Physical Therapist, Big Heart Center for Parkinson’s Wellness: Beyond BIG; Comprehensive Wellness to Tackle Parkinson’s

An interview with Alison Geymer Physical Therapist, Big Heart Center for Parkinson’s Wellness: Beyond BIG; Comprehensive Wellness to Tackle Parkinson’s on February

Mary Crescenzo: How the Arts Can Foster Connection and Communication with persons with dementia and Parkinson’s.

An interview with Mary Crescenzo: How the Arts Can Foster Connection and Communication with persons with dementia and Parkinson’s on February 26,

Angela Halpern from LSVT LOUD: From Passion to Purpose: A quest to empower people with Parkinson’s

An interview with Angela Halpern from LSVT LOUD: From Passion to Purpose: A quest to empower people with Parkinson’s on February 23,

Angela & Karl Robb from RobbWorks: Over 40 years Living Well with Parkinson’s and Still Learning

An interview with Angela & Karl Robb from RobbWorks: Over 40 years Living Well with Parkinson’s and Still Learning on March 14,

Mary Kay, Veteran & Valley Women Opening Parkinson’s-Specific Exercise Facility with two goals in mind: Consistency & Connection.

An interview with Mary Kay, Veteran & Valley Women Opening Parkinson’s-Specific Exercise Facility with two goals in mind: Consistency &

Dr. Becca Miller, Associate Professor at Yale University, clinical psychologist and Parkinson’s advocate

Photo credit to Rachel Liu An interview with Dr. Becca Miller, Associate Professor at Yale University, clinical psychologist and Parkinson’s advocate on

Debbie Compton, Certified Caregiver Advocate: Aliens in the House, now what?!

An interview with Debbie Compton, Certified Caregiver Advocate Aliens in the House, now what! On February 22, 2024 by George Ackerman,

An interview with Interview Jessica Galgano PhD from Open Lines Speech and Communication & LSVT Global, Inc.

An interview with Jessica Galgano PhD from Open Lines Speech and Communication & LSVT Global, Inc. on February 21, 2024 by George Ackerman,

John Andrejack, PAIR for the Parkinson’s Foundation: This Is A Message Of Hope!

An interview with John Andrejack, PAIR for the Parkinson’s Foundation: This Is A Message Of Hope! on February 20, 2024 by

Snehal Amembal on Advocacy & Poetry

An interview with Snehal Amembal on Advocacy & Poetry on September 28, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.   Please tell me

An interview with Donna Schoenherr from Ballet4Life

An interview with Donna Schoenherr from Ballet4Life on September 24, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. Please tell me a little

Sabine Woertman from Advocacy in the Netherlands: Passion for Dance, I live and dance with Parkinson’s.

An interview with Sabine Woertman from Advocacy in the Netherlands on February 18, 2024, by George Ackerman, Ph.D., J.D. Biography

Jaylene Peterson on Advocacy and Why Boxing?

An interview with Jaylene Peterson on Advocacy and Why Boxing on February 18, 2024 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. Biography   I

Mike Piccirillo – Director of “RUN 4 BEN”

An interview with Mike Piccirillo – Director of “RUN 4 BEN” on February 17, 2024 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. Biography

Sarah Nilsson from Fox Trot 5k: Shine a RAY of light on Parkinson’s

An interview with Sarah Nilsson from Fox Trot 5k: Shine a RAY of light on Parkinson’s on    February 16, 2024 by

Ryan Cotton, President and CEO of Rock Steady Boxing, Fighting Back at Rock Steady Boxing to improve the lives of people with PD

An interview with Ryan Cotton, President and CEO of Rock Steady Boxing, HQ Gym: Fighting Back at Rock Steady Boxing to

Tara Jenkins: Rhythm of Hope: Exploring Music Therapy’s Role in Parkinson’s and Dementia Care

An interview with Tara Jenkins: Rhythm of Hope: Exploring Music Therapy’s Role in Parkinson’s and Dementia Care on February 10, 2024

Tracy White on Advocacy & Young Onset Parkinson’s

An interview with Tracy White on Advocacy & Young Onset Parkinson’s on February 9, 2024 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.   Biography

Andrew Hobbs on Advocacy and Marathons

An interview with Andrew Hobbs on Advocacy and Marathons on February 7, 2024 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. Biography   Born

An interview with Luis Rubén Artavia, Movement Practices: Invisible Training: IT was always here. IT was always US

An interview with Luis Rubén Artavia, Movement Practices: Invisible Training: IT was always here. IT was always US on February 9,

Jorik Nonnekes, Associate Professor & Consultant in Rehabilitation Medicine at the Radboud University Medical Centre, UK on on Advocacy

An interview with Jorik Nonnekes, Associate Professor & Consultant in Rehabilitation Medicine at the Radboud University Medical Centre on Advocacy on

Kathryn Wiesmann from the American Parkinson Disease Association Virginia: Together for Parkinson’s!

An interview with Kathryn Wiesmann from the American Parkinson Disease Association Virginia: Together for Parkinson’s! on    2024 by George Ackerman,

Emma Edwards, Parkinson’s Specialist Nurse & Spotlight YOPD

An interview with Emma Edwards, Parkinson’s Specialist Nurse & Spotlight YOPD on February 4, 2024 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. Presenting a

Tincy Binu: A health professional strives to make a difference for Parkinson’s community

An interview with Tincy Binu: A health professional strives to make a difference for Parkinson’s community and Parkinson’s UK on February 3,

Jim Hall from REBOPS for Parkinson’s: Lost my Mom, found my Message… all because of Parkinson’s

An interview with Jim Hall from REBOPS for Parkinson’s: Lost my Mom, found my Message… all because of Parkinson’s on  February

Erin Galyean: How to become a Badass Advocate

An interview with Erin Galyean How to become a Badass Advocate on February 3, 2024 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. Biography  

Caitlin Nagy: Embracing being a Pretty Dope Women

An interview with Caitlin Nagy: Embracing being a Pretty Dope Women on January 30, 2024 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.   Biography

Ava Butler: Parkinson’s A Love Story with Dementia for Dessert

An interview with Ava Butler: Parkinson’s: A Love Story with Dementia for Dessert on    March 6, 2024 by George Ackerman, Ph.D,

Catherine Normandeau from Canadian Open Parkinson Network

An interview with Catherine Normandeau from the Canadian Open Parkinson Network on January 25, 2024 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. Biography

Barbara Marquardt, Holistic Individual Parkinson Program, (HIPP).

An interview with Barbara Marquardt, Holistic Individual Parkinson Program, (HIPP) on January 25, 2024 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.   Biography   Barbara

Benjamin Stecher on Advocacy

An interview with Benjamin Stecher on Advocacy, January, 25 2024 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. Biography   I was born in Nairobi,

German Schmidl on Advocacy and Team Fox: Parkinson research: Where we are going we don’t need roads… (Doc. Brown) ” thanks

An interview with German Schmidl on Advocacy and Team Fox: Parkinson research: Where we are going we don’t need roads…

Kathleen Phipps-Carter from Bisaya-Briton Adventure on Tik Tok: Life with My Unwelcomed and Uninvited Companion

An interview with Kathleen Phipps-Carter  from Bisaya-Briton Adventure on Tik Tok: Life with My Unwelcomed and Uninvited Companion on January

Simone Sistarelli Popping For Parkinson’s: transforming a symptom into a superpower

An interview with Simone Sistarelli Popping For Parkinson’s: transforming a symptom into a superpower on January 15, 2024 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.

Małgorzata Kujawska, Ph.D., D.Sc. Professor of Poznan University of Medical Sciences

An interview with Małgorzata Kujawska, Ph.D., D.Sc. Professor of Poznan University of Medical Sciences on January 13, 2024 by George

Nicole Muriel OTR/L, HSP, PCES: Think BIG!

An interview with Nicole Muriel OTR/L, HSP, PCES: Think BIG! on January 9, 2024 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.   Biography Nicole

Friedhelm Chmell Parkinson’s nurse specialist from Germany: From anger to vocation

An interview with Friedhelm Chmell Parkinson’s nurse specialist from Germany From anger to vocation on January 9. 2024 by George Ackerman,

Koren Snow, Nurse Practitioner: Life started with Parkinson’s

An interview with Koren Snow, Nurse Practitioner  Life started with Parkinson’s. on January 7, 2024 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. Biography:

Deanna Vigliotta -Urinary Incontinence related to Parkinson’s Disease – An Often Overlooked Topic

An interview with Deanna Vigliotta -Urinary Incontinence related to Parkinson’s Disease – An Often Overlooked Topic on January 16, 2024 by

Anna Bendas from the Canadian Open Parkinson Network: Exploring Parkinson’s disease through research and dance

An interview with Anna Bendas from the Canadian Open Parkinson Network: Exploring Parkinson’s disease through research and dance on January 16, 2024 by

Dr Bhanu Ramaswamy Physiotherapist and Advocate

An interview with Dr Bhanu Ramaswamy Physiotherapist and Advocate: Working within the Parkinson’s community on January 1, 2024 by George Ackerman, Ph.D,

Scott McLeod from StrydAR: The Future of Parkinson’s Mobility is Here: StrydAR Glasses Reinvents the Concept of Mobility Aids

An interview with Scott McLeod from StrydAR: The Future of Parkinson’s Mobility is Here: StrydAR Glasses Reinvents the Concept of Mobility

Susha Thomas, Physical Therapist: Spreading Hope and Awareness for Parkinson’s

An interview with Susha Thomas, Physical Therapist: Spreading Hope and Awareness for Parkinson’s on December 27, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D,

Mridula Bharathi Founder & Host of The Neurological Disorder Podcast

An interview with Mridula Bharathi Founder & Host of The Neurological Disorder Podcast         on December 27, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D,

Steve Squires on Advocacy & Team FOX

An interview with Steve Squires on Advocacy & Team FOX on December 20, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. Biography  

Roger Halleen Co-Leader of the Central Illinois Parkinson’s Support Group

An interview with Roger Halleen Co-Leader of the Central Illinois Parkinson’s Support Group on December 19, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D,

Ben Lazarus on Advocacy

An interview with Ben Lazarus on Advocacy: Realistic Positivity and Practical Action are Key. on December 18, 2023 by George

Scott Rider on Advocacy

An interview with Scott Rider on Advocacy on December 17, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.   Biography   Scott Rider is

Dan Glass on DBS and Advocacy

An interview with Dan Glass on Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) and Advocacy on December 15, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. Please

Bri & Jill Bri Lafferty on Advocacy for Myoclonus Dystonia-a daughter and mother’s journey

A mother and daughter’s journey…   An interview with Bri Lafferty on Advocacy for Myoclonus Dystonia: Being resilient in an unrelenting

Sabela Avion from Parkinsonic on PMD Alliance & being a Davis Phinney Ambassador

An interview with Sabela Avion from Parkinsonic on PMD Alliance (Parkinson & Movement Disorder Alliance) & being a Davis Phinney

Sherryl Klingelhofer on Advocacy

An interview with Sherryl Klingelhofer on Advocacy on December 5, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.   Biography   My father

Benny Shakes on Comedy and Cerebral Palsy Awareness

An interview with Benny Shakes on Comedy and Cerebral Palsy Awareness on December 1, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.

Isabell Senft-Daniel from PJ Parkinson’s Support

An interview with Isabell Senft-Daniel from PJ Parkinson’s Support on November 21, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. Biography   Isabell

Calvin Chong ADHDAutism as a superpower for Care

An interview with Calvin Chong: ADHD/Autism as a superpower for Care on November 22, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. Please tell

Şeyma Yılmaz Interrupt Engineering CEO

An interview with Şeyma Yılmaz Interrupt Engineering CEO on November 6, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. Biography   I am a

Maria Miranda LMSW on Advocacy

An interview with Maria Miranda LMSW on Advocacy on November 6, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.   Biography   I

Mike Justak from PD Shimmers

An interview with Mike Justak from PD Shimmers & the Mike Justak Foundation For Parkinson’s Disease on November 2, 2023 by George

Encarna Micó Amigo Biomedical Engineering

An interview with Encarna Micó Amigo, Biomedical Engineering on November 1, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.    Biography   As

Glen Higa from the Hawai’i Parkinson Association: Live Your Life and Smile

An interview with Glen Higa from the Hawai’i Parkinson Association: Live Your Life and Smile on February 12, 2024 by George Ackerman,

Raul Martinez Fernandez, Neurologist and Clinical Researcher: The long and winding road to stop Parkinson’s disease.

An interview with Raul Martinez Fernandez, Neurologist and clinical researcher: The long and winding road to stop Parkinson’s disease on February 12,

Tim Brown- Giving Voice To Those Who Have None. Atypical Parkinsonism Awareness

An interview with Tim Brown– Giving Voice To Those Who Have None. Atypical Parkinsonism Awareness on October 29, 2023 by George Ackerman,

Melinda Barkhuizen Ph.D. in Neuroscience Pharmacy

An interview with Melinda Barkhuizen Ph.D. in Neuroscience Pharmacy on October 29, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. Biography   I

Margie Alley from PingPongParkinson- Gotta Keep Moving

An interview with Margie Alley from PingPongParkinson– Gotta Keep Moving on October 23, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. Biography  

Joanna LaFleur on Finding Joy in the Dementia Journey

An interview with Joanna LaFleur on Finding Joy in the Dementia Journey on October 24, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.

An interview with Rebecca Morgan, Empowering Voices: A Conversation with Parkinson Place Speech Therapy on October 22, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.

An interview with Rebecca Morgan, Empowering Voices: A Conversation with Parkinson Place Speech Therapy on October 22, 2023 by George Ackerman,

Sarah Lambert on Advocacy

An interview with Sarah Lambert on Advocacy on October 22, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.   Biography   I grew

Ahmad Ashoori on Advocacy

An interview with Ahmad Ashoori on Robotics Engineering & Advocacy on October 22, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. Biography   I

Liz Campbell Holroyd on Community Advocacy

An interview with Liz Campbell Holroyd on Community Advocacy on October 19, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.   Biography   My

Indira Subramanian: Living well with PD

An interview with Indira Subramanian: Living well with PD- the importance of having agency over your lifestyle choices in PD on November

Matthew Moore from The Parkinson’s Play: The Power of Theatre to Battle PD

An interview with Matthew Moore from The Parkinson’s Play: The Power of Theatre to Battle PD on November 13 2023 by George Ackerman,

Addie Cunningham from Indiana Parkinson Foundation

An interview with Addie Cunningham from Indiana Parkinson Foundation on February 5, 2024 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. Biography   I’m Addie

Matt Couchman from Tremr Stories

An interview with Matt Couchman from Tremr Stories on October 19, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.   Biography I was

Chris Duffy on Advocacy

An interview with Chris Duffy on Advocacy on October 18, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. Biography   I am Chris

Bob Miller on Advocacy

An interview with Bob Miller on Advocacy on October 17, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. Biography I was in education for

Peter Hunt on Discovering Joy in Suffering through Everyday Kindness

An interview with Peter Hunt on Discovering Joy in Suffering through Everyday Kindness on October 18, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.

Gerry Hill on a Parkinson’s Point of View

An interview with Gerry Hill on a Parkinson’s Point of View on October 17, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.   Please

Paul Cannon on Advocacy

An interview with Paul Cannon on Advocacy on October 3, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. Biography Born in Guildford, England

An interview with Hans van Geluk from Parkinson-isme en Verkeersdeelnemer

An interview with Hans van Geluk from Parkinson-isme en Verkeersdeelnemer on October 31, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. Biography   In May

Katherine Autin CEO/Founder, BCPA (Board Certified Patient Advocate) Parkinson Partners, LLC

An interview with Katherine Autin CEO/Founder, BCPA (Board Certified Patient Advocate) Parkinson Partners, LLC on November 15, 2023 by George Ackerman,

Celeste Harris from the Houston Area Parkinson Society

An interview with Celeste Harris from the Houston Area Parkinson Society: A Social Worker’s Purpose on November, 2023 by George Ackerman,

Dawn Loftin on Yoga Therapy for PD

An interview with Dawn Loftin on Yoga Therapy for PD on October 15, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. Please tell me

Russell Joye on My Dad Fought the Good Fight

An interview with Russell Joye on My Dad Fought the Good Fight on October 14, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.

Annelien Oosterbaan, MD/PhD, a young woman with Parkinson’s disease on a mission!

An interview with Annelien Oosterbaan, MD/PhD, a young woman with Parkinson’s disease on a mission! on January 25, 2024 by George

Massimiliano Iachini from Associazione Italiana Giovani

An interview with Massimiliano Iachini from Associazione Italiana Giovani Parkinsoniani on Septhember 26, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. Please tell me

Allison Signorelli on Advocacy & the Michael J. Fox Foundation

An interview with Allie Signorelli on Advocacy & the Michael J. Fox Foundation on October 18, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D,

Mary Jane Berry, Executive Director of Georgetown Area Parkinson’s Support Group

An interview with Mary Jane Berry, Executive Director of Georgetown Area Parkinson’s Support Group: Educate, Exercise, Socialize on October 31, 2023 by

Shanthipriya Siva Metamorphosis, a Journey

An interview with Shanthipriya Siva Metamorphosis, a Journey on October 31, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. Please tell me a

Ian O’Brien on Advocacy

An interview with Ian O’Brien on Advocacy on October 12, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.   Biography   Married to Caroline and

Author Kristine Meldrum on the importance of structured, high intensity exercise to manage and reduce Parkinson’s disease symptoms

An interview with Author Kristine Meldrum on the importance of structured, high intensity exercise to manage and reduce Parkinson’s disease symptoms on

Rich London, Author & Public Speaker

An interview with Rich London, Author & Public Speaker on October 9, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.   Can you

Richard Underwood on Advocacy and Rickety Warrior

An interview with Richard Underwood on Advocacy and Rickety Warrior on October 9, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. Biography   I

Felice Cohen on Kick PD’s Ass

An interview with Felice Cohen on Kicking PD’s Ass on October 7, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. Biography Known nationally and

Pam Mashburn on Advocacy and Tik Tok

An interview with  Pam Mashburn on Advocacy and Tik Tok on January 10, 2024 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. Biography

Laura Herman, CNA, CCF Dementia Care Navigator, Consultant, and Writer

An interview with Laura Herman, CNA, CCF Dementia Care Navigator, Consultant, and Writer on October 5, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.

Author John C. Coleman

An interview with Author John C. Coleman, October 5, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. BIOGRAPHY   By August 1995, John

Valerie Johnson Vestibular and PD Rehab Specialist from Balance Therapy LLC

An interview with Valerie Johnson Vestibular and PD Rehab Specialist from Balance Therapy LLC on October 4, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D,

Helen B. Medsger – North Bay Lewy Body Dementia Support Group

An interview with Helen B. Medsger from the North Bay Lewy Body Dementia Support Group on October 4, 2023 by

Melissa Marcie-Hrbcek on advocacy and PMD Alliance Ambassador

An interview with Melissa Marcie-Hrbcek on advocacy and PMD Alliance Ambassador on October 2, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. Please tell

Simon Michaels from Parkinson’s Positive

An interview with Simon Michaels from Parkinson’s Positive on October 5, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. Please tell me a

Jack Waller from the Parkinson Society Nova Scotia

An interview with Jack Waller from the Parkinson Society Nova Scotia on October 6, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. Please

Tracy Donaldson on Advocacy & How not to feel useless

An interview with Tracy Donaldson on Advocacy & How not to feel useless on October 10, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D,

Composer Anders Sporring on DBS & Advocacy

An interview with Composer Anders Sporring on DBS & Advocacy on October 4, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.   Please tell

Artur Amich on advocacy and Published Author

An interview with Artur Amich on advocacy and Published Author on October 3, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. Biography   I

John Scotter from Shaky Radio

An interview with John Scotter from Shaky Radio on October 5, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.     Biography  

Paula Schneider from the Dystonia Medical Research Foundation

An interview with Paula Schneider from the Dystonia Medical Research Foundation on September 20, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.  

Jacob Kidney from Mission PD on Essential Tremors

An interview with Jacob Kidney from Mission PD on July 1, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.     Biography   I

Gaynor Edwards from Spotlight YOPD: Young onset Parkinson’s comes of age – and not before time!

An interview with Gaynor Edwards from Spotlight YOPD: Young onset Parkinson’s comes of age – and not before time! on December

Jagdeep Aujla from Dopamine Warriors

An interview with Jagdeep Aujla from Dopamine Warriors on September 21, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.   Please tell me a

William Thompson from Team Neuro

An interview with William Thompson from Task Force Neuro held October 10, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.   Biography

Jeremy Likness from You, Me and PD

An interview with Jeremy Likness from You, Me and PD on October 10, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. Biography

Jaime Martin, MD, PhD, FAAN Movement Disorders Neurology on advocacy

An interview with Jaime Martin, MD, PhD, FAAN Movement Disorders Neurology on advocacy on October 3, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D,

Nobuko Haneji on Advocacy

An interview with Nobuko Haneji on Advocacy on October 3, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.   Please tell me a little

Dr. Michael S. Okun from the Norman Fixel Institute at the University of Florida Health & Co Author of the book Ending Parkinson’s Disease: A Prescription for Action

An interview with Dr. Michael S. Okun from the Norman Fixel Institute at the University of Florida Health & Co

Musician Mick Beaman on advocacy

An interview with Musician Mick Beaman on October 2, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. Please tell me a little about your background.  

Kristi LaMonica on Advocacy & YOPD

An interview with Kristi LaMonica on Advocacy & YOPD on September 19, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.   Biography   I’m

Laura Cockram from Parkinson’s UK

An interview with Laura Cockram from Parkinson’s UK on September 19, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. Laura Cockram and Baroness Gale

Joao Silva on Biomedical Engineering & PD

An interview with Joao Silva on Biomedical Engineering & PD on July 1, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.   Biography

Miriam Bram from Shaking up Parkinson’s

An interview with Miriam Bram from Shaking up Parkinson’s on September 13, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. Biography I was

Alex Kozich from Exercise, Rehab, and Wellness for Individuals with Degenerative Disease

An interview with Alex Kozich from Exercise, Rehab, and Wellness for Individuals with Degenerative Disease on September 12, 2023 by George Ackerman,

Jeremy McDonald on Supporting Awareness

An interview with Jeremy McDonald on Supporting Awareness on July 1, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. Biography   I grew

Reji Mathew, Ph.D., LCSW, REAT Arts Therapist & Psychotherapist

An interview with Reji Mathew, Ph.D., LCSW, REAT – Registered Expressive Arts Therapist/Educator, Arts Accessibility Advocate on October 1, 2023 by George

Alexis Baker, Founder & Owner, Bridgetown Music Therapy, LLC

An interview with Alexis Baker from Bridgetown Music Therapy: Music Makes a Difference on July 1, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D,

Interview with Bastiaan R. Bloem, MD, PhD, FRCPE: Professor of Neurology at Radboud University Medical Center and Co-Author of End Parkinson’s Disease

An interview with Bastiaan R. Bloem, MD, PhD, FRCPE: Professor of Neurology at Radboud University Medical Center and Co-Author of End

Tom Seaman on Coaching & Advocacy

An interview with Tom Seaman on Coaching & Advocacy, September 27, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.   Biography   Tom

Dr. Prashanth LK from the Parkinson’s Disease and Movement Disorders Clinic

An interview with Dr. Prashanth LK from the Parkinson’s Disease and Movement Disorders Clinic on September 27, 2023 by George Ackerman,

Katsura Suzuki from Life Design Institute for PwP Japan

An interview with Katsura Suzuki from Life Design Institute for PwP Japan: An expert on the dilemma with the perspectives of

Snorri Már Snorrason on Advocacy from Iceland

An interview with Snorri Már Snorrason on Advocacy from Iceland & FunRide September 26, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. Mr Gudnason,

Dominique Prins-König from Yoga4Parkinson

An interview with Dominique Prins-König from Yoga4Parkinson in the Netherlands on September 26 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. Please tell me

Tim Daber on Advocacy

An interview with Tim Daber on Advocacy on September 24, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.   Please tell me a little

Sue Edge on Advocacy through Art

An interview with Sue Edge on Advocacy through Art & The Unsteady Hand on September 24, 2023 by George Ackerman,

Mitra Sen Mazumder from Parkinson’s Disease Patients Welfare Society Kolkata, India

An interview with Mitra Sen Mazumder from Parkinson’s Disease Patients Welfare Society Kolkata, India on December 13, 2023 by George Ackerman,

Kaitlyn Joffey Founder of Neuro Wellness and Fitness

An interview with Kaitlyn Joffey, Founder of Neuro Wellness and Fitness on September 8, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.  

Michelle Griffin on Motorcycles & Living with PD

An interview with Michelle Griffin on Motorcycles & Living with PD on September 6, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.  

Sarah Turner, CEO & Co-Founder CeraThrive

An interview with Sarah Turner, CEO & Co-Founder CeraThrive on September 6, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. Biography Sarah Turner

Heather Simpson Occupational Therapist from the UF Health Rehab-Norman Fixel Institute for Neurological Diseases

An interview with Heather Simpson Occupational Therapist from the UF Health Rehab-Norman Fixel Institute for Neurological Diseases on September 5, 2023 by

Laura Louizos from the Coleen Cunningham Foundation for PSP Awareness

An interview with Laura Louizos from the Coleen Cunningham Foundation for PSP Awareness on September 5, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. Can

Kristen L. Matulis, The Story of a Nurse Practitioner in Movement Disorder

An interview with Kristen L. Matulis: The Story of a Nurse Practitioner in Movement Disorders: Advocacy and the Role of

Barrie Smith on awareness through TikTok

An interview with Barrie Smith on Awareness through TikTok on September 5, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. Please tell me a

Leslie Davidson on Advocacy

An interview with Leslie Davidson on Advocacy on September 20, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. Please tell me a little about

Amy Decker from Senior Helpers

An interview with Amy Decker from Senior Helpers on September 20, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.     Biography  

Dr Silvia Del Din , Bioengineering & neurodegenerative diseases

An interview with Dr. Silvia Del Din , Bioengineering & neurodegenerative diseases on September 20, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. Biography

Dr. Brandy Archie from Ask Samie

An interview with Dr. Brandy Archie from Ask Samie on December 4, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. Biography    

Michael Ziomek, Esq. Director, The Shovel Crew Foundation

An interview with Michael Ziomek, Esq. Director, The Shovel Crew Foundation on December 3, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. Biography

Kabugo Hannington from Parkinson’s si buko Uganda

An interview with Kabugo Hannington from Parkinson’s si buko Uganda on September 19, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. Biography My name

Elisabeth Ildal Nielsen on Triumphing over PD

An interview with Elisabeth Ildal Nielsen from Cure 4 Parkinson & Triumphing over Parkinson’s on September 4, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D,

Tiago Fleming Outeiro, Biochemist from Young Parkies Portugal

An interview with Tiago Fleming Outeiro, Biochemist from Young Parkies Portugal, September 2, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. Biography  

Barbara Salsberg Mathews from Mime Over Mind

An interview with Barbara Salsberg Mathews from Mime Over Mind on September 17, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. Biography   BARBARA

Carrie Aalberts, aka Dementia Darling

An interview with Carrie Aalberts, aka Dementia Darling: You are not alone: an often isolating journey in Dementia on November 28, 2023 by George

Dr. Zoltan Mari, Neurologist Parkinson’s Disease

An interview with Dr. Zoltan Mari, Neurologist specializing in Parkinson’s and Movement Disorders on September 1, 2023 by George Ackerman,

Tanya Lesstrange The Shaky Lifter

An interview with Tanya Lesstrange The Shaky Lifter on September 1, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.   Biography   I was

Navin P Kumar – Destroying his Parkinson’s daily

An interview with Navin P Kumar – Destroying his Parkinson’s daily with an active lifestyle (movie acting, table tennis and more!) on

Karl Sterling, NeuroRehabilitation Through NeuroPsychoMotor Training

An interview with Karl Sterling, NeuroRehabilitation Through NeuroPsychoMotor Training on November 26, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.   Biography:   NeuroMotor

Mindy Lokshin, MD, from the Parkinson Support Center of Northern Nevada

An interview with Mindy Lokshin, MD, MSPH from the Parkinson Support Center of Northern Nevada on August 31, 2023 by George

Lloyd Taylor from PD TEA

An interview with Lloyd Taylor from PD TEA (Head Tea Drinker) & Team Fox on August 29, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D,

Dr Janet Shipton on Art Therapy

An interview with Dr. Janet Shipton on Art Therapy, August 29, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. Please tell me a

Emily Peters on Advocacy through Occupational Therapy

An interview with Emily Peters on Advocacy through Occupational Therapy on August 29, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.   Biography:

Lynne Gotham from Parkinson’s Partners of NW PA

An interview with Lynne Gotham from Parkinson’s Partners of NW PA on August 28, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. Please tell

Ginger Smith on Advocacy

An interview with Ginger Smith on Advocacy on August 26, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.   Biography   My life has

Karen Skipper from Orange County Tremble Clefs

An interview with Karen Skipper from the Orange County Tremble Clefs – Living Well with Parkinson’s, One Song at a

Katie Nathan from Moved by Movement

An interview with Katie Nathan from Moved by Movement on September 14, 2023by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. Biography Dr. Katie Nathan

Gary Shaughnessy Chairman of Parkinson’s UK

An interview with Gary Shaughnessy, Chairman of Parkinson’s UK on September 13, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. Biography   Gary Shaughnessy is

Robin Cohen from Mission PD

An interview with Robin Cohen from Mission PD on August 25, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. Please tell me

Donna Thomson on Caregiving

An interview with Donna Thomson on Caregiving on November 16, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. Biography   Donna Thomson is

April Spagnuolo-Moschini from Neuro Challenge

An interview with April Spagnuolo-Moschini from Neuro Challenge on August 24, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. Biography   April is

Professor Bradley McDaniels from the University of Texas

An interview with Professor Bradley McDaniels from the Department of Rehabilitation and Health Services, University of North Texas on September 13, 2023

Wendy Wilkerson from The Empowerment Neurofitness and Wellness Center

An interview with Wendy Wilkerson from The Empowerment Neurofitness and Wellness Center on September 9, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. Biography

Lisa Wynne from the Parkinson’s Association of Ireland

An interview with Lisa Wynne from the Parkinson’s Association of Ireland on September 12, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. Please tell

Nathan Ward from Motorvation

An interview with Nathan Ward from Motorvation on August 24, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.     Please tell

Author Martha Strubinger on Advocacy

An interview with Martha Strubinger on Advocacy, August 23, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.   Biography   My name

John MacPhee The Long Walk for Parkinson’s

An interview with John MacPhee from The Long Walk for Parkinson’s on August 21, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.  

India Parkinson’s Disease & Movement Disorder Society on Awareness

An interview with the India Parkinson’s Disease & Movement Disorder Society on Awareness, September 8, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D,

Kathrin Wersing on Advocacy

An interview with Kathrin Wersing on Advocacy & Jetzt erst recht – Positiv leben mit Parkinson on August 22, 2023 by George Ackerman,

Joe Drake on Advocacy

An interview with Joe Drake on Advocacy on September 21, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. Biography Joe Drake is a retired

Apurva Zawar from BeyondRehab

An interview with Apurva Zawar from BeyondRehab on August 19, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. Biography    Dr. Apurva Zawar is

Daniel Burkhardt Rock Steady Boxing, Martial Arts, and Advocacy

An interview with Daniel Burkhardt Rock Steady Boxing, Martial Arts and Advocacy on August 18, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.  

Dr. Wayne Markman CEO Symbyx

An interview with Dr Wayne Markman CEO SYMBYX Biome- Light Therapy for Parkinson’s – thinking outside of the box! on November 7, 2023

Devi Grinder from tippytoesparky

An interview with Devi Grinder from tippytoesparky on September 13, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.    Biography  I started out as

Dr Ignacio Mata, Neurogeneticist & WPC Science Ambassador

An interview with Dr. Ignacio Mata, Neurogeneticist & World Parkinson’s Congress Science Ambassador: The kid that always wanted to be a scientist on

Mariam Bennouna from Living My Parkinson’s

An interview with Mariam Bennouna from Living My Parkinson’s on August 18, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. Biography   I’m

Luis Oliveira Researcher from the Michael J. Fox Foundation

An interview with Luis Oliveira Researcher for the Michael J. Fox Foundation on September 2, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.  

Michael Hyland, DPT, CEEAA Physical Therapist

An interview with Michael Hyland, DPT, CEEAA Physical therapist for PD on November 14, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.    

Gary Rafaloff on Advocacy

An interview with Gary Rafaloff on Advocacy, August 16, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.     Biography   Accomplished businessman and

David Traster Licensed Chiropractor from the Neurologic Wellness Institute

An interview with David Traster Licensed Chiropractor from the Neurologic Wellness Institute August 17, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.   Biography

Nina Mosier M.D. Power For Parkinson’s

An interview with Nina Mosier M.D. from Power for Parkinson’s on September 13, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.     Please tell me a little about your background and what got you involved

Eric Richardson, President/CEO of the National Parkinson’s Institute

An interview with Eric Richardson, President/CEO of the National Parkinsons Institute        8/3/2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.      

Bethany Richards from Bike Box Project

An interview with Bethany Richards from Bike Box Project on August 30, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.   Biography

Interview Veronica Clark Speech & Language Therapist

An interview with Veronica Clark Speech & Language Therapist on August 13, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.   Biography  

Lindsay Hudson-Austin on Dystonia Advocacy

An interview with Lindsay Dame on Dystonia Awareness, August 8, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.     Biography. My name is

Amanda Yarger on Advocacy through Social Media

An interview with Amanda Yarger on Advocacy through Facebook, August 5, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.   Biography   I’m

Dan Dumsha & Rosemary Morrison from Tightrope Theatre

An interview with Dan Dumsha & Rosemary Morrison from Tightrope Theatre:  Can Laughter be the Best Medicine? Improv for Parkinson’s says

Jan Rose & PingPongParkinson founder Nenad Bach

An interview with Jan Rose & PingPongParkinson founder Nenad Bach: Thriving with Parkinson’s on October 24, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. Biography.

Pablo Campo, Ph.D. & Physiotherapist on Advocacy

An interview with Pablo Campo, Ph.D. & Physiotherapist on August 8, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.       Biography

Nancy McGovern, Visionary and Founder of Comfort Linen ~ Retired Physiotherapist

An interview with Nancy McGovern, Visionary and Founder of Comfort Linen ~ Retired Physiotherapist on October 19, 2023 by George

Kate Harmon on Advocacy, Team Fox & the Michael J. Fox Foundation

An interview with Kate Harmon on Advocacy, Team Fox & the Michael J. Fox Foundation      on August 8, 2023 by George

Adam Locke on PD Advocacy through Social Media

An interview with Adam Locke on PD Advocacy through Social Media on August 4, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.  

John Pepper on Advocacy

An interview with John Pepper, Author on August 4, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.     Biography   I was

Hiih Mbe Hilaire Roger from Parkinson Cameroun

An interview with Hiih Mbe Hilaire Roger from Parkinson Cameroun on October 24, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. Biography   I am

Kim Jacobsen Attorney at law on Advocacy

An interview with Kim Jacobsen Attorney at Law on August 4, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.   Biography   Kimberly Jacobsen

Dr. Kendal Maxwell, Clinical Neuropsychologist

An interview with Dr. Kendal Maxwell, Clinical Neuropsychologist on August 3, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.     Biography  

Amber Hesford on Advocacy through Social Media

An interview with Amber Hesford on Advocacy through Social Media, August 3, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. Biography   Amber Hesford

Sara Starkoff Green from Greenhouse Wellness

An interview with Sara Starkoff Green from Greenhouse Wellness on August 25, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.   Biography   I

Charlotte Kahn from Maida Yoga on Teaching Yoga for Parkinson’s

An interview with Charlotte Kahn from Maida Yoga on Teaching Yoga for Parkinson’s      on August 3, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D,

Ruby Rendon from the from the Muhammad Ali Parkinson Center & World Parkinson’s Congress

An interview with Ruby Rendon from the from the Muhammad Ali Parkinson Center & World Parkinson’s Congress on October 17, 2023

Eileen Bencivengo from World Up Tour Project

An interview with Eileen Bencivengo from World Up Tour Project, August 2, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. (In English and Spanish)

Tim Hague from U-Turn Parkinson’s & PD Avengers

An interview with Tim Hague from U-Turn Parkinson’s & PD Avengers on 8/3/2023 by Dr. George Ackerman Biography   Tim is

Shelley Kurian Founder of DFW Parkinson’s Resource

An interview with Shelley Kurian, Founder of DFW Parkinson’s Resource on October 16, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.   Please tell

Eric Aquino from the Gray Strong Foundation

An interview with Eric Aquino from the Gray Strong Foundation on August 24, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.     Biography

Selma Peláez Hervás- Neuro Physiotherapist

An interview with Selma Peláez Hervás– Neuro Physiotherapist on August 1, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. (In English and Spanish)    

Linda and Keith Hall from Parkinson’s Fitness

An interview with Linda and Keith Hall from Parkinson’s Fitness on August 1, /2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.     Biography

Taylor Kenerson of Balance 4 Parkinson’s

An interview with Taylor Kenerson of Balance 4 Parkinson’s on August 23, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. Biography Taylor Kenerson’s

Rebecca Kastin Integrative Nutrition

An interview with Rebecca Kastin, NBC-HWC from Integrative Nutrition, hosted by the Marcus Institute of Integrative Health at FAU Medicine on October

Dr. Soania Mathur from Unshakable MD & PD Avengers

An interview with Dr. Soania Mathur from Unshakable MD & PD Avengers on October 11, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.  

George Manahan from the West Virginia Parkinson’s Support Network

An interview with George Manahan from the West Virginia Parkinson’s Support Network & the Michael J. Fox Foundation on August 23, 2023

Nina Juncker from PD avengers-Germany

An interview with Nina Juncker from PD Avengers-Germany on July 30, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.   Biography I am

Steven Steinberg from What’s Shaking Man

An interview with Steven Steinberg from What’s Shaking Man on July 29, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.   Biography  

Kristi Barker Reach Rehab Physical Therapy on Advocacy

An interview with Kristi Barker Reach Rehab Physical Therapy on Advocacy, August 18, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.     Biography

Parkinson’s Association of Ireland

A Feature with the Parkinson’s Association of Ireland on August 19, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.   Biography   The

David Leventhal from Dance for PD®

An interview with David Leventhal from Dance for PD® August 18, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. Biography     David

Tracy McBee on Advocacy

An interview with Tracy McBee on PD Advocacy, July 29, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.   Biography   I’ve been

Pamela Lappen from Dancing with Parkinson’s

An interview with Pamela Lappen the Founder of Dancing with Parkinson’s – US on July 29, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.  

Laura Robbins on Advocacy

An interview with Laura Robbins on Advocacy on July 29, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.   Biography   I am

Interview Kat Hill, Ambassador from the Davis Phinney Foundation

An interview with Kat Hill, Ambassador from the Davis Phinney Foundation  on July 28, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.  

Dr. Maria De Leon from Parkinson’s Diva & defeatparkinsons

An interview with Dr. Maria De Leon from Parkinson’s Diva & defeatparkinsons on August 9, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.  

Interview Parkinson’s Africa

A discussion with Parkinson’s Africa on August 9, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. About us   Parkinson’s Africa exists to

Lucy Jung from Charco Neurotech

An interview with Lucy Jung from Charco Neurotech on August 17, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.   Biography   Lucy Jung

Parkinson’s Champions Run 4 PD from the Parkinson’s Foundation

An interview with Parkinson’s Champions Run 4 PD from the Parkinson’s Foundation on August 7, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.  

Anissa Mitchell, LCSW Chief Program Officer Parkinson & Movement Disorder Alliance

An interview with Anissa Mitchell, LCSW Chief Program Officer Parkinson & Movement Disorder Alliance on October 5, 2023 by George Ackerman,

Blake Mackey on Advocacy for Young Onset and Dystonia

An interview with Blake Mackey on Advocacy for Young Onset Parkinson’s Disease & Dystonia, July 24, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D,

Meredith DeFranco, PT, DPT from Parkinsonlife

An interview with Meredith DeFranco, PT, DPT from Parkinsonlife (pdLIFE) on July 27, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.   Biography Meredith

Jeanne Quinn from the SHAKE AND FREEZE®️ Parkinson’s Campaign

An interview with Jeanne Quinn from the SHAKE AND FREEZE®️ Parkinson’s Campaign on September 24, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D,

Wendy Walton on TikTok PD Advocacy

An interview with Wendy Walton on TikTok PD Advocacy, July 26, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.   Biography   I

Roger Ahlinder on Advocacy

An interview with Roger Ahlinder on Advocacy, July 26, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.   Biography   Roger Ahlinder aka

Paqui Ruiz from Con p de Parkinson

An interview with Paqui Ruiz from Con p de Parkinson on July 28, 2023 (In English and Spanish) by George Ackerman, Ph.D,

Greg O’Keefe on Advocacy

An interview with Greg O’Keefe on Advocacy on August 30, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. Biography   My name is Greg

Jean-Louis Dufloux from France Parkinson’s

An interview with Jean-Louis Dufloux from France Parkinson’s on July 26, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. Biography   I am

John Zells on Advocacy, Boston Scientific and the LEGO Project

An interview with John Zells on Advocacy, DBS/Boston Scientific and the LEGO Project on July 25, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D,

Dawn Howard from Dawn’s Hope Inc & TikTok Advocacy

An interview with Dawn Howard from Dawn’s Hope Inc & TikTok Advocacy on July 25, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. Please

Maggie Donaker, Speech-Language Pathologist from Transcend

An interview with Maggie Donaker, Speech-Language Pathologist from Transcend on July 24, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.   Biography  

Parkinson’s Europe- Team

An interview with the team from Parkinson’s Europe on July 24, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.   Biography Parkinson’s Europe

Bill Willard on Advocacy through Facebook

An interview with Bill Willard on Advocacy through Facebook, July 23, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. Please tell me a

Lance A. Slatton from Dementiatlc on Dementia Awareness

An interview with Lance A. Slatton from Dementiatlc on Dementia Awareness on July 23, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.  

Maryum “May May” Ali, Public Speaker & Social Worker on Advocacy

An interview with Maryum “May May” Ali, Public Speaker & Social Worker on Advocacy, September 12, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D.,

Andy Butler on Awareness

An interview with Andy Butler on Awareness on 8/3/2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.   Biography   I am 58 years old,

Dr Ray Dorsey Neurologist, Parkinson’s Specialist & Author

An interview with Dr Ray Dorsey Neurologist, Parkinson’s Specialist & Author on September 12, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. Biography  

John Reyes the Parkinson’s Runner & Team Fox

An interview with John Reyes the Parkinson’s Runner & Team Fox on July 23, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.   Biography  

Rose & Chris Babcock from Pints 4 PD Orlando

An interview with Rose & Chris Babcock from Pints 4 PD Orlando & the MJFF on July 19, 2023 by George

Josefa Domingos, Physiotherapy & Parkinson Europe

An interview with Josefa Domingos, Josefa Domingos, Physiotherapy & Parkinson Europe on July 22, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.   Biography

Miriam Nunez on Personal Training for PD

An interview with Miriam Nunez on Personal Training for PD on July 21, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.   Biography  

Casey Corley Antol from the Parkinson’s Foundation

An interview with Casey Corley Antol, Associate Regional Director, Southeast from the Parkinson’s Foundation on July 20, 2023 by George Ackerman,

Fiona Davis Best Selling Author on Advocacy

An interview with Fiona Davis Best Selling Author on Advocacy on September 7, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. Photo credit: Kristin

Michael Quaglia from the Young Onset Parkinson’s Network

An interview with Michael Quaglia from the Young Onset Parkinson’s Network on July 20, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.  

Matt Verguson from the Web Comic Adventures in Parkinson’s Land

An interview with Matt Verguson from the WebComic Adventures in Parkinson’s Land on September 5, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. Biography Matt

Rabbi Moshe Gruskin from LifeSpark PD

An interview with Rabbi Moshe Gruskin from LifeSpark PD on July 20, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.   Biography   Originally

Marty Lukaszewski on Advocacy

An interview with Marty Lukaszewski on Advocacy, July 20, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.   Biography   Marty was born

Samantha Elandary from the Parkinson Voice Project.

My interview with Samantha Elandary, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of the Parkinson Voice Project.   Biography Samantha Elandary is

Gary Boyle from Parkinson’s Europe

An interview with Gary Boyle from Parkinson’s Europe on July 19, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.   Biography Gary Boyle

Dr. Robert Cochrane, Founder of Yes, And…eXercise

An interview with Dr. Robert Cochrane, CEO & Founder, Yes, And…eXercise! On September 1, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. Biography

Michele Cooper from Michele’s Low Carb Lifestyle

An interview with Michele Cooper from Michele’s Low Carb Lifestyle on July 19, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.   Biography

Larry Gifford from PD Avengers

An interview with Larry Gifford from PD Avengers on August 31, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.     Biography  

Silvia Lerch from Move4YPD

An interview with Silvia Lerch from Move4YPD on June 29, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.   Please tell me a

Desirae Mearns from the American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA)- South Florida

An interview with Desirae Mearns from the American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA)- South Florida on July 28, 2023 by George Ackerman,

Adria Thompson, Speech Pathologist from Be Light Care

An interview with Adria Thompson, Speech Pathologist from Be Light Care on July 19, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.   Biography

Thomas McCallum from Radio Parkies & Shaky Radio

An interview with Thomas McCallum from Radio Parkies & Shaky Radio July 18, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.   Biography

Basketball Coach Gary Keating from Caring For Caregivers

An interview with Basketball Coach Gary Keating from Caring For Caregivers, July 18, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.   Biography   Assistant

Ana Liste Vilariño on Advocacy

An interview with Ana Liste Vilariño on Advocacy, July 18, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.   Biography   I am about

Dr. Jose Cabassa from Moving Brains Foundation

An interview with Dr. José Cabassa from the Moving Brains Foundation on July 18, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.  

Lisa Eden from Project Parkinson’s

An interview with Lisa Eden from Project Parkinson’s on July 18, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.   Biography   Opera

Comedian Phil Jerky

An interview with Comedian Phil Jerky July 17, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.   Biography   Witty, crude, and irreverent, Phil

Matt Eagles from Parky Life

An interview with Matt Eagles from Parky Life on July 17, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.   Biography   Photographer,

Margot Escott- Improv Comedy for Parkinson’s

An interview with Margot Escott- Improv Comedy for Parkinson’s on July 14, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.   Biography   Margot

Chloe Campbell from Beats Medical

An interview with Chloe Campbell from Beats Medical on July 7, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.   Biography   Beats Medical

Deb Pollack, Founder of Drive Toward a Cure

An interview with Deb Pollack, Founder of Drive Toward a Cure on August 2, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. Biography

Terri Pease, Author and Caregiver Advocate

An interview with Terri Pease, Author and Caregiver Advocate on July 16, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.   Biography   Terri

Rowan Wathes from Parkinson’s UK

An interview with Rowan Wathes from Parkinson’s UK on August 9, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.       Biography

Jeff Johnson from Can Do Canines

An interview with Jeff Johnson from Can Do Canines on August 8, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.     Biography  

Kendall McDonald from Kendall’s Therapy Art

An interview with Kendall McDonald from Kendall’s Therapy Art on July 15, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.   Biography   My

Brianna Hood from Rune Labs (StrivePD)

An interview with Brianna Hood from Rune Labs (StrivePD) on July 25, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.   Biography   Brianna

Denise Coley from PD Movers

An interview with Denise Coley from PD Movers on August 6, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.     Biography  

Richelle Flanagan from the Women’s Parkinson’s Project

An interview with Richelle Flanagan from the Women’s Parkinson’s Project & World Parkinson Congress on August 12, 2023 by George Ackerman,

Margaret Preston from Power Over Parkinson’s

Interview with Margaret Preston from Power Over Parkinson’s on August 15, 2023 by Dr. George Ackerman Biography Mrs. Preston spent six years in

Janine Parkinson from Parkinson’s Canada

An interview with Janine Parkinson from Parkinson’s Canada on July 15, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.   Biography   Janine

Deputy CEO Helen Matthews from Cure Parkinson’s

An interview with Deputy CEO Helen Matthews from Cure Parkinson’s July 14, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.   Biography   Helen

Robert Eckelman on Honoring his Mother

An interview with Robert Eckelman on Honoring his Mother… July 14, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.   Biography   Robert

Christine Jeya from Handstand for Parkinson’s

An interview with Christine Jeya from Handstand for Parkinson’s on July 14, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.   Biography  

Mark Limebear & Michel Planquart No Silver Bullet 4PD

An interview with Mark Limebear and Michel Planquart from No Silver Bullet 4 PD on July 14, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.

Gregg Hummer Parkinson’s Support Group of Orange Park FL

An interview with Gregg Hummer from the Parkinson’s Support Group of Orange Park FL on July 13, 2023 by George Ackerman,

Esther Grote from Defy Parkinson’s

An interview with Esther Grote from Defy Parkinson’s on July 13, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.   Biography   In 2023 I

Judith Sachs from Anyone Can Dance

An interview with Judith Sachs from Anyone Can Dance on July 13, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.     Please

Stephen Williams on Advocacy & T-Shirts

An interview with Stephen Williams on Advocacy, TikTok & T-Shirts on July 21, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.   Biography

Julie Fitzgerald on Advocacy

An interview with Julie Fitzgerald on Advocacy on July 13, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.   Biography   I noticed

Michael Sweet on Advocacy

An interview with Michael Sweet on Advocacy, July 20, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.   Biography   I met my

Dr Melissa McConaghy Neurological Physiotherapist from PD Warrior

An interview with Dr. Melissa McConaghy Specialist Neurological Physiotherapist from PD Warrior 8/3/2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.   Biography   Dr

Paqui Ruiz from the Association Con P de Parkinson’s

An interview with Paqui Ruizon from the association Con P de Parkinson’s on July 13, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.  (In Spanish

Team Parky on Parky 4 Parkinson’s Patient Buddy

An interview with Team Parky on Parky 4 Parkinson’s Patient Buddy on June 9, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.   Please

Christian Schmidt-Heisch from Parkinson Pate

An interview with Christian Schmidt-Heisch from Parkinson Pate on July 12, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.   Biography   I

Katy Ingulli on Yoga for PD

An interview with Katy Ingulli on Yoga for PD on July 12, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.   Biography   Katy

Sandy Ellis from InMotion Parkinson’s Wellness Center

An interview with Sandy Ellis from InMotion Parkinson’s Wellness Center 8/3/2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.   Biography   I am a

Shake It Up Australia

An interview with Shake It Up Australia on July 11, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.   Biography   Shake It Up

Michelle Lane Louisiana Walks & Davis Phinney Foundation

An interview with Michelle Lane from Louisiana Walks for Parkinson’s & Ambassador for the Davis Phinney Foundation for Parkinson’s on July

Heather Berg on Yoga Nidra from the FAU College of Medicine

An interview with Heather Berg on Yoga Nidra from the FAU College of Medicine, July 12, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D,

Christopher Sutphin on Advocacy through TikTok

An interview with Christopher Sutphin on Advocacy through Tik Tok on July, 12, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.   Biography

Carol Rosenstein from Music Mends Minds

An interview with Carol Rosenstein from Music Mends Minds on July 11, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.   Biography   My

Somil Bhushan from the Parkinson’s Disease & Movement Disorder Center of Silicon Valley

An interview with Somil Bhushan from the Parkinson’s Disease & Movement Disorder Center of Silicon Valley on July 11, 2023 by George

Carl Carter-Schwendler on Advocacy through TikTok

An interview with Carl Carter-Schwendler on Advocacy through TikTok on July 12, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.   Biography   My

Donna Rajkovic of Team Fox Detroit

An interview with Donna Rajkovic of Team Fox Detroit, on July 25, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. Biography   Donna’s

Sharon Krischer from Sunday Mornings with Twitchy Woman

An interview with Sharon Krischer from Sunday Mornings with Twitchy Woman and Parkinson’s Foundation, Ambassador on July 11, 2023 by George

Parkinson Association of Alabama

An interview with the Parkinson Association of Alabama July 11, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.   Biography   The Parkinson Association

Cassi Locke from Parkinson’s Group of the Ozarks

An interview with Cassi Locke from Parkinson’s Group of the Ozarks on July 11, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.  

Bret Huotari from Asend Performance

An interview with Bret Huotari from Asend Performance on July 11, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.   Biography   Bret

Ms. Delaware Lauren Sheldon on #PerseveringWithParkinsons

An interview with Ms. Delaware Lauren Sheldon on #PerseveringWithParkinsons, July 9, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.   Biography Lauren Sheldon is

Wendy van Wijk-Lugthart from the magazine Geniet Van Het Leven Met Parkinson

An interview with Wendy van Wijk-Lugthart from the magazine Geniet Van Het Leven Met Parkinson July 10, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.  

Interview Lotti Sand on Living with Parkinson’s

An interview with Lotti Sand on Living with Parkinson’s on July 10, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.   Biography  

Ethan Henderson from the Michael J. Fox Foundation

An interview with Ethan Henderson from the Michael J. Fox Foundation on July 10, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.  

Elias Reis de Oliveira of the Parkinson’s Association of Minas Gerais, Brazil

An interview with Elias Reis de Oliveira of the Parkinson’s Association of Minas Gerais, Brazil, July 9, 2023 by George Ackerman,

Nathan Moyer Physical Therapist Assistant on Advocacy

An interview with Nathan Moyer Physical Therapist Assistant on Advocacy on July 8, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.   Biography  

Angela Coon on PD Advocacy

An interview with Angela Coon on Advocacy on July 8, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.   Biography   Registered Respiratory

Cecilia Pulido from Pilates 4 Parkinson’s

An interview with Cecilia Pulido from Pilates 4 Parkinson’s on June 20, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.     Biography  

Nikos Koukoulakis of Parky Lifting on Weight Training for PD

An interview with Nikos Koukoulakis from Parky Lifting on Weight Training for PD on July 7, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.   Biography

Dr. Jeanne Loring from Scripps Research on Stem Cells

An interview with Dr. Jeanne Loring from Scripps Research on Stem Cells on July 13, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.

Carolyn Eddy, Doctor of Physical Therapy from Time 2 Move Wellness

An interview with Carolyn Eddy, Doctor of Physical Therapy from Time 2 Move Wellness on July 6, 2023, by George Ackerman, Ph.D,

Antony Rose from Puck Farkinson’s

An interview with Antony Rose from Puck Farkinson’s on July 6, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.   Biography   I’m

Thomas Cosentino Ambassador of the Davis Phinney Foundation

An interview with Thomas Cosentino Ambassador of the Davis Phinney Foundation on Advocacy on July 6, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.   Biography

Joseph Golomboski from Team Golomboski

An interview with Joseph Golomboski from Team Golomboski on July 5, 20203 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.   Biography Joseph

Tamara Boaden from Passion for Parkinson’s

An interview with Tamra Boaden from Passion for Parkinson’s on July 5, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.   Biography   Our

Naomi McLeod APDA- Virginia

An interview with Naomi McLeod from the American Parkinson’s Disease Association– Virginia on June 30, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.  

Jane Cullen PD Advocate

An interview with Jane Cullen PD Advocate on July 4, 2023. Biography I am an exercise teacher specializing in teaching

Angie Gwinn on Advocacy

An interview with Angie Gwinn on Advocacy on July 4, 2023, by George Ackerman, Ph.D., J.D. Biography I am married

Stacey Macaluso from Mission PD

An interview with Stacey Macaluso from Mission PD on July 4, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.   Biography  

David Abramson from Live Harder

An interview with David Abramson from Live Harder on July 3, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.   Biography   My

Francesca De Bartolomeis from Fuerte es la Vida Parkinson No Limits

An interview with Francesca De Bartolomeis from Fuerte es la Vida Parkinson No Limits on July 1, 2023 by George

Rose Donaldson from PD Mums Musings

An interview with Rose Donaldson from PD Mums Musings on July 2, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. Biography My

Jamie Bryson from Parkinson’s Fight Club

  An interview with Jamie Bryson from Parkinson’s Fight Club on June 30, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. Biography

Dianne Bramble from Paintings for Parkinson’s

An interview with Dianne Bramble from Paintings for Parkinson’s on July 2, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. Biography I

Kate Gray from Move4Parkinson’s

An interview with Kate Gray from Move4Parkinson’s on June 29, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. Biography Kate has been

Betsy Sloan on Advocacy for Alzheimer’s Disease

An interview with Betsy Sloan on Advocacy for Alzheimer’s Disease on July 1, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. ​

Leisha Phipps from Dallas Area Parkinson Society (DAPS)

An interview with Leisha Phipps from Dallas Area Parkinson Society (DAPS) on June 28, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. Biography

Zachary Hartman Peak PD Performance

An interview with Zachary Hartman from Peak Parkinson’s Performance on June 28, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. Biography My

Mary Wood from Total Health Works

An interview with Mary Wood from Total Health Works on July 10, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. Biography My

Megan Taye from YOPD Love Letters

Interview with Megan Taye of Love Letters on 6/27/2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D., J.D. Biography Megan Taye was diagnosed with

Susan & Gretja Otten: Appalachian Trail for PD Awareness

An interview with Susan & Gretja Otten: Appalachian Trail for PD Awareness held July 1, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. Biography

An interview with Ian Robertson from My Parky Story

An interview with Ian Robertson from My Parky Story on June 25, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. Biography I

Chris Timberlake Rock Steady Boxing, Inc.

An interview with Chris Timberlake, Director of Training and Education Rock Steady Boxing, Inc. on June 26, 2023 by George

An interview with Sebastian Krys, Grammy Award winner from Rebeleon Entertainment

An interview with Sebastian Krys, Grammy Award winner from Rebeleon Entertainment on June 25, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.

Martin Pickard from Poets With Parkinson

An interview with Denton House Martin from Poets With Parkinson and Parkinson’s Art on June 22, 2023 by George Ackerman,

Eva Bekkers from My Life With Parkinson’s

An interview with Eva Bekkers from My Life With Parkinson’s on June 2, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. Biography

Susan Ludwig from Crush Fitness

An interview with Susan Ludwig from Crush Fitness on June 18, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. Biography Hi, I’m

Mariam Bennouna from Living My Parkinson

An interview with Mariam Bennouna from Living My Parkinson on June 18, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. Biography My

Coach Luba Sadovska from North Shore Table Tennis

An interview with Head Coach Luba Sadovska from North Shore Table Tennis Club for PD on June 17, 2023 by

Gary McKitterick Gillett from Trek Ready Himalayas- Mountain Climbing for PD

An interview with Gary McKitterick Gillett from Trek Ready Himalayas- Mountain Climbing for PD on June 17, 2023 by George

Melissa Marie Livingston on the topic of YOPD

An interview with Melissa Marie Livingston on the topic of YOPD on June 16, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.

Neil Russell- running from London to Barcelona for PD awareness

An interview with Neil Russell– running from London to Barcelona for PD awareness, June 16, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D,

An interview with Austyn Marks of Team Fox, The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research

An interview with Austyn Marks of Team Fox, The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research on June 16, 2023

Bree Gordon on Music and Art Therapy

An interview with Bree Gordon Lukosavich, MT-BC, Music Therapy through the Creative Arts Therapies of the Palm Beaches on June 16,

Interview with Katrina Kahl the Executive Director of the Brian Grant Foundation

June 15, 2023 by Dr. George Ackerman Biography Katrina Kahl, MPH is the executive director of the Brian Grant Foundation,

An interview with Rachelle Smith-Stallman’s Dance Beyond Parkinson’s

June 14, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. Biography Rachelle Smith-Stallman’s passions are dance, choreography, teaching, and performing. She is

An interview with Esther Labib-Kiyarash on advocacy

8/3/2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. Biography My name is Esther Labib-Kiyarash. I am 48 years old.  I have been

An interview with Lou Russo of Putt for Parkinson’s

An interview with Lou Russo of Putt for Parkinson’s on June 13, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. Biography Lou

An interview with Ali Blevins from Poets with Parkinson’s

An interview with Ali Blevins from Poets with Parkinson’s June 13, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.   Biography   My

An interview with Philip Ommen of ParkinsonPositivity

An interview with Philip Ommen of ParkinsonPositivity on June 12, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.   Biography Philip Ommen is an accomplished professional

An interview with Grether Ackerman, Sharon’s daughter in law & my wife

An interview with Grether Ackerman, Sharon’s daughter in law & my wife on June 10, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D,

Interview with Jo Rosen of the Parkinson’s Resource Organization

An interview with Jo Rosen, President & Founder of the Parkinson’s Resource Organization on June 9, 2023 by George Ackerman,

Interview with Rob Solomon from Ping Pong for PD

An interview with Rob Solomon of Ping Pong for Parkinson’s on June 8, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. Please

Interview with Megan Schneider, of the Michael J. Fox Foundation

An interview with Megan Schneider, Advocacy Outreach Coordinator working with the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research on June 5, 2023

Interview with Mark Milow, Parkinson’s Advocate

An interview with Mark Milow, Parkinson’s Advocate on June 6, 2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D.   Please tell me a

Interview with Nick Kusturic Tai Chi

An interview with Nick Kusturic of Tai-Chi & Qi Gong Movement Therapy hosted by the Marcus Institute of Integrative Health

An interview with Evan Juice Cutler of PushUps 4 Parkinsons

on 5/27/2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. Please tell me a little about your background and what got you involved

An interview with Ryan Roach of Punch 4 Parkinson’s

on 5/29/2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. Please tell me a little about your background and what got you involved

An interview with Dan O’Brien of DOB Parkinson’s Charity

5/26/2023 by George Ackerman, Ph.D, J.D. Please tell me a little about your background and what got you involved with

My interview with Matthew Green, Life Care Therapy. May 16, 2023, by Dr. George Ackerman

Please tell me a little about your background and what got you involved with awareness.   About 25 years ago

My interview with Jean Allenbach, American Parkinson Disease Association

My interview with Jean Allenbach, American Parkinson Disease Association, Regional Director West, Upper Midwest and Southeast States. May 11, 2023.

Interview with Vice President, and Dean of FAU College of Medicine Dr. Julie Pilitsis

April 6, 2023, an Interview with Vice President, and Dean of FAU College of Medicine Dr. Julie Pilitsis. By Dr.

Dancing for Parkinsons

My Interview with Cindy Surman, Assistant to the Directors, Boca Ballet Theatre. By Dr. George Ackerman. 4/3/2023 BBT4PD Flyer 2022_2023

An Interview With Colleen Greenhalgh from Beyond Fitness Delray

COMMUNITY LEADERS: AN INTERVIEW WITH Colleen Greenhalgh from Beyond Fitness Delray. I decided to learn more about community leaders who