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.
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
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