UF neuroscientists discover biomarker with potential to aid Parkinson’s diagnosis
Findings lay groundwork for development of a blood test that could be used to help diagnose, treat Parkinson’s disease.
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Fixel Institute launches neurotech lab
New lab aims to develop best brain stimulation techniques.
UF Health first in U.S. to implant new DBS system
Technologically advanced DBS system designed to more precisely target motor symptoms of Parkinson’s disease and two other movement disorders.
Fixel Institute director earns UF research award
Dr. Michael Okun earns 2021 UF College of Medicine Clinical Science Research Award.
UF leads 8th annual DBS Think Tank
Experts at the Norman Fixel Institute for Neurological Diseases hosted the 8th annual Deep Brain Stimulation Think Tank.
Identifying patients with Tourette syndrome likely to benefit from DBS
Dr. Michael Okun co-authored journal Neurology review detailing a screening process to identify Tourette patients likely to benefit from DBS.
Parkinson’s Disease Needs an Operation Warp Speed
Dr. Michael Okun authored op-ed in The Daily Beast.
Reforming the process for DBS and neurological device approval in rare diseases
Dr. Michael Okun co-authored new JAMA Viewpoint article.
UF neurologists create a new image of Parkinson disease
New, more diverse image better represents who is affected by Parkinson disease, and how.
Commentary in Journal of Parkinson’s offers DBS recommendations
Dr. Michael Okun co-authors commentary to address unique challenges for Parkinson’s patients during COVID-19 pandemic.
