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@annissha

I am Anita and live alone in a very remote area, with my chickens and a few goats. I have decided to try this to see if anyone has ideas of what to look for in a new doctor, or even how to find one. My first doctor is moving away (he really was nice but did not seem to know a great deal about Parkinson), he is a Neurologist. Any suggestions would be appreciated Anita

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John, Volunteer Mentor | @johnbishop | Oct 12, 2020

Hello @annissha, Welcome to Mayo Clinic Connect. The Parkinson's Foundation has some information on Finding the Right Doctor here: https://www.parkinson.org/expert-care/Patient-Centered-Care/Finding-the-Right-Doctor. @hopeful33250 and other members may also have some suggestions for you.

Did your current doctor have any suggestions for you?

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Teresa, Volunteer Mentor | @hopeful33250 | Oct 12, 2020

@annissha

Hi Anita

When you are looking for a neurologist to treat Parkinson's, a movement disorder specialist is your best choice. This group of neurologists have special training in Parkinson's as well as several other disorders. You do not mention the state where you live, however, a teaching hospital, medical school or other multi disciplinary health center (like Mayo Clinic) would undoubtedly have movement disorder specialists on their staff.

Could you share a little about your history with PD? How long ago were you diagnosed? What is your most difficult symptom right now?

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