Parkinson’s Disease and Movement Disorders Center at JFK University Medical Center
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About This Location
Parkinson’s Disease and Movement Disorders Center at JFK University Medical Center in Edison, NJ, provides care for Parkinson’s disease, Essential Tremor, Dystonia and involuntary movements.
Our team of specialists address physical, cognitive and emotional needs to develop your treatment plan. With the equipment and resources to care for complex cases.
We are part of Hackensack Meridian Health, New Jersey’s largest health network, which gives our patients coordinated access to specialists and services across the system.
This includes neurologists, neurosurgeons, nurse practitioners, physical, occupational, speech and swallowing therapists. speech and swallowing therapists. Registered dietitians, sleep and cognitive remediation specialists--each working collaboratively.
Our Services
- Cognitive Therapy
- Focused Ultrasound
- Medical Management
- Neurocognitive Assessments
- Neuro-Rehabilitation
- Speech Therapy
- Tremor Evaluation and Management
Treatments and Procedures
- Botulinum Toxin Treatment
- Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS)
- Adjunct Surgery
- DBS Programming and Management
Rehabilitation Programs
We offer neurocognitive assessments and neuro-rehabilitation programs in association with JFK Johnson Rehabilitation Institute (JRI), including:
- Inpatient Parkinson Wellness Program
- Outpatient Rehabilitation Services (Speech, Occupational and Physical Therapy
- Cognitive and Speech Therapy
Support Groups
Connect with others who have been diagnosed with similar conditions. We offer ongoing support groups to meet the needs of our community and provide encouragement, resources and education on the latest advancements in treatment of Parkinson’s disease and other movement disorders. We offer the following support groups:
- DBS
- Early onset Parkinson’s Disease
- Essential Tremor
- Parkinson’s Disease
Why Choose Us?
- Physicians with High Qualifications and Experience in Treatment of Movement Disorders
- Dedicated Rehabilitation Programs
- Active Patient Support groups
- Clinical trials
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Patient Resources
Groundbreaking Procedure Eliminates Essential Tremor and Restores Hope for Washington Township Man
Daniel Cooney suffered with hand tremors from the time he was a teen. At 73 years old, the Washington Township man underwent a groundbreaking procedure that eliminated his tremors, allowing him to enjoy his passion for restoring cars.
How Does Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) Work?
People living with Parkinson’s disease commonly experience tremors, stiffness and involuntary movements, and deep brain stimulation (DBS) may help.
Parkinson’s Disease: Exercising Through the Stages
Exercise can benefit patients with Parkinson’s at any stage of the disease. Our expert explains why exercise is so important for people with Parkinson’s, and what type of exercise is helpful for people with early, moderate and advanced disease.
Deep Brain Stimulation Relieves Debilitating Parkinson’s Tremors for Plainfield Woman
Parkinson’s patient Pat Dunstan, from Plainfield, New Jersey, feels like herself again after deep brain stimulation surgery.