Welcome to Long Beach! Moving to a new country while managing Parkinson's is no small feat — that takes real courage. Finding the right doctor here is a great first priority.
A few trusted ways to find a Parkinson's specialist in your area:
- Parkinson's Foundation Global Care Network – has a directory of specialists and Show Full Answer
Welcome to Long Beach! Moving to a new country while managing Parkinson's is no small feat — that takes real courage. Finding the right doctor here is a great first priority.
A few trusted ways to find a Parkinson's specialist in your area:
- Parkinson's Foundation Global Care Network – has a directory of specialists and clinics
- American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA) – maintains lists of nearby specialists
- International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society – another great directory
- Local hospital websites – search their neurology or movement disorder departments
It's worth looking specifically for a movement disorder specialist rather than a general neurologist. They have extra training focused on Parkinson's and tend to get better outcomes for their patients. If traveling is a challenge while you're getting settled, many specialists also offer telehealth appointments for things like medication adjustments and symptom check-ins — worth asking about when you call.
Your primary care doctor, once you find one, can also provide referrals to local Parkinson's specialists. Other MyParkinsonsTeam members in your area may also have personal recommendations worth exploring in the community feed!
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