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How can I find a movement disorder specialist in the Atlanta/North Georgia area?

There are several ways to locate a qualified movement disorder specialist in your region:

• Call the Parkinson's Foundation Helpline at (Phone number can only be seen by the question and answer creators) (800-4PD-INFO) - The operators can Show Full Answer

How can I find a movement disorder specialist in the Atlanta/North Georgia area?

There are several ways to locate a qualified movement disorder specialist in your region:

• Call the Parkinson's Foundation Helpline at (Phone number can only be seen by the question and answer creators) (800-4PD-INFO) - The operators can recommend specialists from their database

• Use the International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society (MDS) Directory to search for specialists worldwide, including Georgia. All providers listed are MDS members

• Ask your current neurologist or primary care doctor for a referral to a movement disorder specialist in the area

• Connect with other MyParkinsonsTeam members in Georgia who may have recommendations based on their experiences Working with a movement disorder specialist is valuable because they:

• Focus specifically on Parkinson's disease rather than general neurology
• Stay current on the latest Parkinson's treatments and medications
• Can adjust your treatment plan as symptoms change
• Help coordinate your overall care team including physical, occupational and speech therapists
• May connect you with clinical trials and research opportunities

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