International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society® @movedisorder.bsky.social · 17hProf. Vincenzo Bonifati, winner of this year's C. David Marsden Presidential Lecture Award, discusses his landmark genetic discoveries as well as what the near future holds for movement disorder research. loom.ly/EWcVZaU 000
International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society® @movedisorder.bsky.social · 22hMDS Young Member Group Research Highlight: Researchers associate monoamine neurotransmitter abnormalities with depression, anxiety, and REM sleep behavior disorder, though not with cognition. loom.ly/UKqUK5Emovementdisorders.orgMonoaminergic networks of cognitive and behavioral symptoms in early Parkinson's diseaseResearchers associate monoamine neurotransmitter abnormalities with depression, anxiety, and REM sleep behavior disorder, though not with cognition. 001
International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society® @movedisorder.bsky.social · 29/09/2026Given the same body of evidence, how can conclusions in evidence-based reviews differ from evidence-based clinical practice guidelines? The answer lies in each work's stated objectives, NOT a lack of scientific objectivity. #EBM loom.ly/80LkWSc 000
International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society® @movedisorder.bsky.social · 29/09/2026Implanted stem cells for symptomatic treatment? Emerging Alzheimer's disease therapies repurposed for Parkinson's? Attend this plenary session to hear experts debate the cases for and against these innovative yet still developing interventions. #MDSCongress Mdscongress.org 000
International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society® @movedisorder.bsky.social · 28/09/2026What can prevalence data tell us about Parkinson’s disease in Kenya? MDS Congress 2026 Junior Award Winner Dr. Richard Morton discusses his study in Kilifi County, part of the Transforming Parkinson’s Care in Africa (TraPCAf) study, with Dr. Sara Schaefer. loom.ly/uTZ4epE 000
International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society® @movedisorder.bsky.social · 28/09/2026RLS is epidemiologically heterogeneous and has diagnostic overlaps with other similar conditions. This module breaks down the pathophysiology, diagnostic criteria, and treatment options of RLS. loom.ly/GWacHCk 000
International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society® @movedisorder.bsky.social · 28/09/2026New at the #MDSCongress Pediatric Workshop: Discover the latest advancements in one of the fastest-evolving areas in the field. Explore cutting-edge clinical approaches, translational science, and emerging disease-modifying strategies. loom.ly/ZTINbwA 000
International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society® @movedisorder.bsky.social · 25/09/2026Progressive ataxia has many possible causes. When chorea is present alongside ataxia, it provides an important clinical clue that can narrow the diagnosis and help guide a more focused evaluation of degenerative, inherited, or acquired disorders. 010
International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society® @movedisorder.bsky.social · 25/09/2026DBS treatment sends electrical signaling to the brain, but these systems also listen as the brain signals back! Find out what Junior Awardee Dr. Zixiao Yin learned when his research team put adaptive DBS's ability to respond to cortical signals to the test. #MDSCongress mdscongress.org 000
International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society® @movedisorder.bsky.social · 24/09/2026Discover the clinical features specific to PD patients with a GCH-1 mutation and how presence of this genetic variant may affect your approach to levodopa dosing. Don't miss outstanding scholar Dr. Beomseok Jeon present the 2026 Stanley Fahn Lecture. #MDSCongress mdscongress.org 000
International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society® @movedisorder.bsky.social · 24/09/2026What sessions are you most excited for? #MDSCongress loom.ly/WyQTzYA 000
International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society® @movedisorder.bsky.social · 23/09/2026Step into the other side of translational medicine by working on a collaborative project. Apply as a pair today: loom.ly/gYjnK-gmovementdisorders.orgMDS-ES Grow Together in Clinical-Science Pilot ProgramStep into the other side of translational medicine by working on a collaborative project. 000
International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society® @movedisorder.bsky.social · 23/09/2026One of this year's Junior Awardees, Dr. Zixiao Yin, shares his work on decoding deep brain activity using cortical signals. Listen as he explains the deep learning technology and what this can do for the future of adaptive DBS and clinical care. loom.ly/3Kbmj-Y 020
International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society® @movedisorder.bsky.social · 23/09/2026About 5%-10% of the general population has RLS, making it one of the most common movement disorders. Here are 5 things to know about RLS. 000
International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society® @movedisorder.bsky.social · 23/09/2026A simple but powerful question: Can we reduce the chances that Parkinson’s disease develops in the first place? loom.ly/OuRsst0 movementdisorders.orgIt's time to talk primary prevention for Parkinson's disease: The 8 C'sA simple but powerful question: Can we reduce the chances that Parkinson’s disease develops in the first place? 000
International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society® @movedisorder.bsky.social · 22/09/2026Join top AOS clinicians to analyze contemporary trends in the field, using real-world cases. loom.ly/OdjexDA 000
International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society® @movedisorder.bsky.social · 22/09/2026FDA approval of bilateral pallidothalamic tractotomy using focused ultrasound creates an imperative to refine evidence-based patient selection criteria for two-sided brain ablation. loom.ly/mkQs49smovementdisorders.orgAn old question, a new technology: Bilateral ablation in Parkinson’s diseaseFDA approval of bilateral pallidothalamic tractotomy using focused ultrasound creates an imperative to refine evidence-based patient selection criteria for two-sided brain ablation 010
International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society® @movedisorder.bsky.social · 21/09/20262026 Stanley Fahn Award Lecture winner Dr. Beomseok Jeon reflects on his career and the influence of Dr. Stanley Fahn, including the inspiration he drew from his time as a movement disorders fellow. Listen as he discusses his journey with Dr. Sara Schaefer. loom.ly/jqAi8ic 000
International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society® @movedisorder.bsky.social · 21/09/2026While representation of women authors in the field of movement disorder publishing increased since 2014, there remains a persistent gender gap in senior authorship, per a bibliometric analysis by the Women in MD Special Interest Group Steering Committee. loom.ly/jogpHiw 000
International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society® @movedisorder.bsky.social · 21/09/2026Are you missing critical perspectives in patient care? Gain insights to coordinate and work more effectively across the care team. loom.ly/U7qHSzs 000
International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society® @movedisorder.bsky.social · 18/09/2026Deep brain stimulation for severe dystonia can result in remarkable improvement of a child’s physical function. Take this MDS Fundamentals course to watch pre/post-treatment patient videos and to learn more about this off-label application of DBS. loom.ly/axmgg-4 001
International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society® @movedisorder.bsky.social · 17/09/2026Panel brings together epidemiologists, toxicologists, geneticists and neurologists to decipher the ways environmental factors and genetic predisposition contribute to PD risk and progression. loom.ly/jHVoaj4movementdisorders.orgMDS convenes Task Force on Parkinson’s Disease Exposome IntegrationPanel brings together epidemiologists, toxicologists, geneticists and neurologists to decipher the ways environmental factors and genetic predisposition contribute to PD risk and progression. 000
International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society® @movedisorder.bsky.social · 16/09/2026Learn about advances in biomarker assessment, why newly derived biological frameworks should guide promising translational research, and how clinical challenges limit the real-world use of biomarkers for diagnosis and monitoring. #MDSCongress Mdscongress.org 000
International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society® @movedisorder.bsky.social · 15/09/2026Metabolic movement disorders are often treatable — if you can diagnose them before they cause damage. Learn to recognize them early through real cases from your region. loom.ly/DPFQduI 000
International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society® @movedisorder.bsky.social · 14/09/2026What could tavapadon offer for the treatment of PD? Dr. Divyani Garg and Dr. Hubert H. Fernandez discuss findings from the TEMPO clinical development program, including motor benefits, dosing, tolerability, and where tavapadon may fit alongside current therapies. loom.ly/K7UX-oM 000
International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society® @movedisorder.bsky.social · 14/09/2026A comprehensive, evidence-based review. Une synthèse complète et fondée sur des données probantes. In English: loom.ly/b11xOVY En français: loom.ly/SY-Bb4M 000
International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society® @movedisorder.bsky.social · 11/09/2026Listen live to the Virtual SYNERGIES symposium, featuring 16 early-career clinicians and scientists showcasing their work. loom.ly/vdy2nx0 001
International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society® @movedisorder.bsky.social · 10/09/2026From basal ganglia circuitry to clinical decision-making — build the foundation for your career. loom.ly/Q4Q0148 000
International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society® @movedisorder.bsky.social · 09/09/2026The 2026 #MDSCongress will feature presidential lectures, controversies, essential highlights, grand rounds, and more. Register now. mdscongress.org 000
International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society® @movedisorder.bsky.social · 09/09/2026Join the premier Parkinson's disease course for industry professionals. Better serve your #PD market by understanding the challenges of this quickly increasing disorder and its complex treatments. loom.ly/sOGJDA0 000
International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society® @movedisorder.bsky.social · 08/09/2026Many milestones in therapeutic research have been done using animal models. Profs. Franziska Richter Assêncio and Jeffrey Kordower discuss the types of models available for PD research and the ethical issues surrounding the use of animals. loom.ly/n98l4I4 011
International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society® @movedisorder.bsky.social · 08/09/2026Join the editorial team at the MDJ Symposium to explore the biological underpinnings of PD, neurobiological basis for current and emerging treatments, and mechanisms responsible for disease complications and adverse responses to therapy. loom.ly/bI3-TF4movementdisorders.orgMovement Disorders Journal SymposiumMovement Disorders Journal Symposium 000
International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society® @movedisorder.bsky.social · 07/09/2026Recognizing genetic ataxia is only the start. This session will describe the mechanisms that lead to cerebellar degeneration in adult- and pediatric-onset populations and explore fluid and imaging markers to track disease progression. #MDSCongress Mdscongress.org 000
International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society® @movedisorder.bsky.social · 04/09/2026Gait analysis can be a useful key to improve diagnosis, guide treatment decisions, and monitor disease progression. loom.ly/oifK1Io 000
International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society® @movedisorder.bsky.social · 03/09/2026Applications open: Joint Fellowship Program for Huntington’s Disease Training loom.ly/AIH8-Bg movementdisorders.orgJoint Fellowship Program for Huntington’s Disease TrainingThe European Huntington’s Disease Network (EHDN) in collaboration with the International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society- European Section (MDS-ES) is launching a joint Fellowship Exchange Programme in Huntington’s disease (HD-FEP) 000
International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society® @movedisorder.bsky.social · 02/09/2026The MDS Voice/Speech/Swallowing Study Group illustrated how offering person-centered, multidisciplinary care optimizes the quality of life experienced by patients with conditions that hinder their ability to breathe, eat, or communicate. loom.ly/7io82NI 000
International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society® @movedisorder.bsky.social · 02/09/2026New at the #MDSCongress Neurosurgery Workshop: Explore the latest strategies to identify targets for DBS, including case studies and discussion. loom.ly/gymoHOs 010
International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society® @movedisorder.bsky.social · 31/08/2026How should clinicians approach people with prodromal PD? Dr. Eva Schäffer shares her insights, alongside recent advances and future challenges related to managing prodromal PD. loom.ly/gu_fAmw 000
International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society® @movedisorder.bsky.social · 31/08/2026Join this pre-AFAN-AEN Join Congress course: loom.ly/1jOFQbE 000
International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society® @movedisorder.bsky.social · 27/08/2026Apathy is underrecognized and undertreated as a formidable symptom of Lewy body disorders. Converging evidence reviewed by the MDS Non-Motor Symptoms Study Group implicates a variety of circuit-based neural network dysfunction in apathy phenotypes. loom.ly/6yKgCqM 010
International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society® @movedisorder.bsky.social · 26/08/2026Discover the top scientific advances over the past year in the field of movement disorders. #MDSCongress Mdscongress.org 010
International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society® @movedisorder.bsky.social · 24/08/2026Dr. Kathryn Yang is presented with the ultimate clinical question: what is it? Listen here as she examines the phenomenology, laboratory findings, and history of a 15-year-old female with subacute jerky movements of the upper limbs. loom.ly/FoDkISk 020
International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society® @movedisorder.bsky.social · 24/08/2026New at the #MDSCongress Clinical Research Methodology Workshop: Analyze the most frequent methodological pitfalls in movement disorders research and learn practical strategies to improve study design, choose effective outcome measures, and accurately interpret results. loom.ly/rHjMGAI 010
International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society® @movedisorder.bsky.social · 21/08/2026Un programa único de cuatro días con múltiples perspectivas. loom.ly/aVUY5qk 000
International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society® @movedisorder.bsky.social · 21/08/2026View the scientific schedule, abstract and poster information, faculty listing, and more for the upcoming #MDSCongress. loom.ly/WyQTzYA 000
International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society® @movedisorder.bsky.social · 20/08/2026Parkinson’s disease often it looks similar to other conditions. Learn the nuances to watch for, and how to manage the treatment process depending on what you see. loom.ly/2Doshck 010
International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society® @movedisorder.bsky.social · 20/08/2026Gain practical tools to transform patient care through multidisciplinary collaboration. loom.ly/U7qHSzs 020
International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society® @movedisorder.bsky.social · 19/08/2026Apply for this prestigious opportunity to learn from the foremost experts. loom.ly/Ix4PlMM 010
International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society® @movedisorder.bsky.social · 18/08/2026Gain a practical framework for recognizing common movement disorders, refining differential diagnoses, and making confident treatment decisions. loom.ly/1jOFQbE 000
International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society® @movedisorder.bsky.social · 18/08/2026Opportunity for your patients and care partners: Their lived experience helps guide clinicians, researchers, and care teams working to improve movement disorder care globally. Share the sign up: loom.ly/UxSP2H8 010