[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]ABC Medical Center joins the global commemoration of World Parkinson\u2019s Day, observed annually on April 11, to raise awareness about this health condition.<\/p>\n

Parkinson\u2019s disease is a neurodegenerative disorder that affects movement and coordination, worsening over time and eventually becoming disabling for those who suffer from it.<\/p>\n

According to the World Health Organization, the global prevalence of Parkinson\u2019s disease has doubled in the last 25 years, and in 2019 alone, it caused 329,000 deaths\u2014a more than 100% increase compared to the year 2000. This highlights the urgent need for greater awareness of this disease.<\/p>\n

As part of this effort, ABC Medical Center hosted two days of talks dedicated to Parkinson\u2019s, led by Dr. H\u00e9ctor Rub\u00e9n Mart\u00ednez Hern\u00e1ndez, in Auditorium A at the Santa Fe Campus.<\/p>\n

On Thursday, April 10, the event was directed toward neurologists, neurosurgeons, internal medicine specialists, geriatricians, psychiatrists, nurses, residents, and other healthcare professionals. The talks were held in person with 65 attendees and included the following presentations: <\/p>\n

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• New technologies and diagnostic algorithms for Parkinson\u2019s disease,<\/b> Dr. Nadia Alejandra Gandarilla Mart\u00ednez<\/i>.<\/li>\n
• Use of digital technology to detect and track symptoms and progression of Parkinson\u2019s disease<\/b> \u2013 Dr. H\u00e9ctor Rub\u00e9n Mart\u00ednez Hern\u00e1ndez<\/i><\/li>\n
• Digital applications to support patients with Parkinson\u2019s disease<\/b>, Dr. Mireilles Salas Cris\u00f3stomo<\/i>.<\/li>\n
• New alpha-synuclein-based disease-modifying therapies for Parkinson\u2019s disease<\/b> , Dr. Carolina Ram\u00edrez G\u00f3mez<\/i>.<\/li>\n
• Other new disease-modifying therapies in Parkinson\u2019s disease<\/b>, – Dr. Jos\u00e9 Fernando Garc\u00eda Hern\u00e1ndez<\/i>.<\/li>\n
• Advances and the future of surgery for Parkinson\u2019s disease<\/b> \u2013 Dr. Rodrigo Mercado Pimentel<\/i><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

  On Friday, April 11, sessions were held for patients and their families in a hybrid format. There were 40 in-person and 87 virtual attendees. The topics included: <\/p>\n

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  • The family\u2019s role in supporting individuals living with Parkinson\u2019s disease<\/b> \u2013 NP. Nadia Paulina Arvizu Mart\u00ednez <\/i>.<\/li>\n
  • Speech disorders and their rehabilitation in Parkinson\u2019s disease<\/b> \u2013 NL. Alejandra Covarrubias Herrera <\/i>.<\/li>\n
  • Swallowing difficulties and their management in Parkinson\u2019s disease<\/b> \u2013 Dr. M\u00f3nica Segura Hern\u00e1ndez<\/i>.<\/li>\n
  • Tips and digital apps to improve quality of life in Parkinson\u2019s disease<\/b> \u2013 Ing. Jos\u00e9 Ram\u00f3n Mart\u00ednez <\/i>& Dr. H\u00e9ctor Rub\u00e9n Mart\u00ednez Hern\u00e1ndez<\/i>.<\/li>\n
  • Practical advice, exercise, and rehabilitation for gait issues in Parkinson\u2019s disease <\/b>\u2013 Dr. Marta E. Brito de Le\u00f3n <\/i>& Lic. Isadora Esparza Paredones<\/i>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    At ABC Medical Center, we extend our sincere thanks to the healthcare professionals, patients, and families whose participation made this event a success by sharing up-to-date information on Parkinson\u2019s disease.<\/p>\n

    At our Parkinson\u2019s and Movement Disorders<\/a> Department, we can provide you with specialized care.
    Contact us!<\/p>\n

    Fuentes: <\/strong>
    \nMayo Clinic<\/a>, OMS<\/a>, INAPAM<\/a>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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