Centers of Excellence

Northwestern Medicine offers designated Centers of Excellence for movement disorders, including:

• A Parkinson’s Disease Center of Excellence and two Center of Excellence Satellite Centers
• A Huntington’s Disease Center of Excellence
• A Wilson Disease Center of Excellence
• A Tourette’s Center of Excellence
• An Ataxia Center of Excellence

We offer a full range of medical therapies. Out team provides surgical management for patients with symptoms that can no longer be managed by medication. Genetic testing and counseling services are available for at-risk people. We also offer a wide range of clinical trials.

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Comprehensive Care

When your condition becomes more complex, more healthcare professionals get involved in your care. It can be hard for you and your family to manage numerous appointments in various locations. Our multidisciplinary approach features:

• Physical therapy and exercise programs
• Occupational therapy
• Education and support groups
• Counseling
• Caregiver support
• Access to community services
• Voice and swallowing therapies
• Nutritional recommendations
• Neurosurgical (deep brain stimulation) evaluations
• Complementary practices such as yoga, massage, acupuncture
• Genetic testing and counseling

Research and clinical trials

Northwestern Medicine offers a range of promising neuroscience clinical trials right in your community that may help improve your quality of life. Clinical trials vary by location. Find ongoing trials at:

• Parkinson's Disease and Movement Disorders Center at Northwestern Memorial Hospital
• Parkinson's Disease and Movement Disorders Center at Central DuPage Hospital