VCU Parkinson's and Movement Disorders Center

08/06/2026

🧠 Not Everything That Looks Like Parkinson’s Is Parkinson’s.

Join VCU Health for an engaging CME/CE program exploring Parkinson’s disease mimics. Intended for physicians, NPs, PAs, nurses, social workers, psychologists, and rehabilitation professionals in neurology, PM&R, psychology, and primary care.

📅 September 26, 2026
🎓 Earn 5.0 CME/CE Credits
⏰ Register by September 18

👉 Register today: livecme.org/VCU-PMDC-2026 or scan the QR code below.

07/31/2026

🌟 Big news from the VCU Parkinson’s and Movement Disorders Center!

📣Our Summer 2026 edition of *On the Move* is now available!

Explore the newest updates from the VCU Parkinson’s and Movement Disorders Center—from innovative research and patient stories to exciting milestones and advances in care.

📖 Read it here:
🔗https://parkinsons.vcu.edu/media/parkinsons/images/news-and-newsletter-photos/PMDC_News_Summer2026_PRINT.pdf

07/25/2026

Dr. Matthew Barrett is helping lead groundbreaking research to improve the detection and diagnosis of Lewy body dementia.

Virginia Commonwealth University is one of several research sites involved in a major national study focused on improving detection and diagnosis of Lewy body dementia – one of the most common types of progressive dementia in the United States.

Read more here:

Virginia Commonwealth University is one of several research sites involved in a major national study focused on improving detection and diagnosis of Lewy body dementia – one of the most common types of progressive dementia in the United States. 

07/24/2026

Dr. Leslie Cloud is featured in this important WHRO story highlighting the need for hospitals to ensure Parkinson’s patients receive their medications on time and without substitutions. Timely medication administration can make a critical difference in patient outcomes, and Dr. Cloud is helping lead efforts to improve hospital care and safety for people living with Parkinson’s disease.

🔗 Read more here:

Advocates say missed or delayed Parkinson’s medication can lead to serious complications during hospital stays.

06/23/2026

🎓 Congratulations to Dr. Razan Hallak on completing her fellowship in Movement Disorders at VCU PMDC! We are proud of your accomplishments and wish you continued success in all your future endeavors.✨✨

06/21/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us for the Parkinson’s Symposium! The event brought together patients, caregivers, and healthcare professionals for an engaging day of education and discussion on Parkinson’s disease care. ✨

Special thanks to Dr Leslie Cloud, Dr. Matthew Barrett, and Ms.Ginger Norris for their leadership in making this event a success. Here are a few highlights from the day!💙✨

06/11/2026

Proud of Dr. Stephanie Bissonnette and our PMDC team for this outstanding accomplishment. ✨✨
A well-deserved recognition of their commitment to excellence in ataxia care, research, education, and improving the lives of patients and families affected by these disorders.✨✨

In early 2026, the VCU Parkinson’s and Movement Disorder’s Center (PMDC) was formally recognized by the National Ataxia Foundation (NAF) as one of only 26 Ataxia Centers of Excellence (ACEs) in the United States — and Virginia’s first.

The designation reflects years of work building a comprehensive, genetics-driven approach to care for people with these rare and often misunderstood disorders. Leading that work is Stephanie Bissonnette, D.O., MPH, a PMDC movement disorders neurologist who co-directs the ACE alongside certified genetic counselor and clinical research coordinator Ginger Norris, MGC.

Read more 👉 https://parkinsons.vcu.edu/news/news-posts/pmdc-named-virginias-first-ataxia-center-of-excellence.html

06/11/2026

Do you or someone you love live with Parkinson’s disease? 💙

There’s still time to register for this FREE Parkinson’s Symposium hosted in Richmond and online!

📅 June 20, 2026
⏰ 10:30 AM – 2:30 PM
📍 Richmond, VA or 💻 Join via Zoom

Whether you’re newly diagnosed, living with Parkinson’s for years, or caring for a loved one, this symposium offers valuable information, support, and community.

👉 Register today: parkinson.org/RichmondSymp
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Living with Parkinson’s—or caring for someone who is? 💙

Join us for a FREE Parkinson’s Symposium 🧠
📅 June 20, 2026 | ⏰ 10:30 AM – 2:30 PM
📍 Richmond, VA or 💻 Zoom

Learn about symptoms, treatments, and ways to better navigate daily life.

👉 Register: parkinson.org/RichmondSymp

05/29/2026

The PMDC team has signficantly expanded with Dr. Bateman's arrival! Dr. Batemen brings much needed expertise in Alzheimer's Disease as well as Related Dementias including those commonly associated with movement disorders to the PMDC.

Our expert team is here to help you find the right diagnosis and manage Alzheimer’s disease and other cognitive disorders.

05/06/2026

Faces of HD 💙

Add your photo to help us spread awareness for Huntington’s Disease during our HD Education & Awareness Event on May 15th in Virginia. We invite HD warriors, caregivers, families, friends, clinicians, and supporters from around the world to be part of our digital mural campaign.

Every face matters. Every story matters.

Add your photo here ➡️ https://bit.ly/facesofhd

Remember May 15th is HD Awareness Day in VA

Attend the event live:

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Join virtually on Facebook:
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