Parkinson’s Disease

In-person and Virtual – March 28, 2026 24th Annual Parkinson's Symposium Join us this year for our 24th Annual Parkinson’s Disease Symposium for patients, caregivers and healthcare providers. This year,…

This year, and every year, the Fixel Institute joins the Parkinson’s Foundation in recognizing our care partners for National Family Caregivers Month. We want to show our gratitude and appreciation for those who give their all to ensure their…

By: Mallory Bachmann UF researchers uncover a paradox in the brain that may open the door to earlier treatment. A Tale of Two Neuron Types In the human brain, two neighboring regions are packed with dopamine-producing neurons. One, called the substantia nigra (SNc), plays a key role in controlling movement…

By: Grace Huff At the Norman Fixel Institute for Neurological Diseases at UF Health, a groundbreaking care model is transforming how Parkinson’s disease (PD) is treated by starting in the gut. While tremors, stiffness, and slowed movement are the most recognizable symptoms of Parkinson’s disease, many patients quietly…

By: Grace Huff On World Parkinson’s Day, the Norman Fixel Institute for Neurological Diseases at UF Health reaffirms its commitment to advancing care for people with Parkinson’s disease (PD) not just in the clinic, but in every hospital room where patients living with PD may find themselves at their most…

By: Mallory Bachmann A Milestone Reached The Norman Fixel Institute for Neurological Diseases celebrated five years of groundbreaking work at the Fixel Campus this year. Since opening its doors in July 2019, the Norman Fixel Institute for Neurological Diseases has served approximately 150,000 patients—each life transformed through cutting-edge research and…

Want to help end neurological diseases? Then consider this 2nd Annual Clay Shoot, “Shoot to End Neurological Disorders”. This amazing clay shooting event is aimed at benefiting the Norman Fixel Institute for Neurological Diseases. It is brought to you by the Bosshardt Families of Companies and the Reddish +…

Parkinson's Symposium REcorded Webinars Watch Here Miss the 2024 Annual Parkinson's Sympsoium? Do not worry, as all talks have been posted to the Fixel YouTube page where you can learn…

Virtual; February & March 2024 Black PD Summit Join the SIG-Black Diaspora for this free summit series for people with Parkinson's disease, care partners and health care providers. To celebrate…

In-person and Virtual – April 6, 2024 22nd Annual Parkinson's Symposium Join us this year for our 21st Annual Parkinson’s Disease Symposium for patients, caregivers and healthcare providers. This year,…