Visual examples are incredibly helpful for learning the different functional movement disorders and their mechanisms. This course uses patient videos to demonstrate how clinicians evaluate often-tricky diagnoses. https://loom.ly/axmgg-4

Celebrating 40 Years of MDS — and the Women Who Paved the Way As we reflect on the history of MDS, we honor the extraordinary women who shaped not only our science but our community. Join us to celebrate 40 years of MDS at the #MDSCongress. Mdscongress.org

Infection can be the cause of any of the most prevalent movement disorder phenotypes (as shown). A survey of clinicians by the MDS IRMD Study Group indicated that knowledge of the more well-established associations prominently contributes to diagnosis. https://loom.ly/QaddO5I

Dr. Cecilia Tremblay discusses her recent study, which is this year's MDCP Research Article of the Year, highlighting the potential accuracy of hyposmia and RBD in predicting Lewy pathology. https://loom.ly/x-625g4

Dr. Charulata Sankhla discusses the main findings of this year's MDCP Review Article of the Year, which covers the current status and diagnosis of subacute sclerosing panencephalitis (SSPE). https://loom.ly/uafZc2g

Attend the Video Challenge, MDS’s most popular event, at the #MDSCongress. Register today. mdscongress.org

MDS is planning for 2026, and your feedback is important. Help guide the future of our educational offerings. https://loom.ly/qSx50w8

International collaboration has helped advance our understanding of movement disorders. Learn about global successes and strategies to address current gaps in global access to research and care. Mdscongress.org

This year’s #mdscongress theme celebrates the future of disease-modifying therapies and the many areas of investigation designated to achieving this goal within the field of PD.

A global review conducted by MDS’s PSP Study Group attributed regional variations in prevalence and phenotype to differences in genetics, environmental risk, and healthcare infrastructure. Increased adoption of updated MDS-PSP criteria has improved diagnostic accuracy. https://loom.ly/b0CHSos

PD non-motor symptoms can be classified in 3 ways: autonomic, psychiatric/cognition, and sleep. Treating these symptoms is complex and differs between patients. Learn how multidisciplinary teams can further help PD patients. https://loom.ly/DsWX7_A

The 2025 C. David Marsden awardee, Dr. Jon Stoessl, discusses his contributions to the movement disorder field, the evolution of neuroimaging, and lessons he hopes to pass on to more junior colleagues. https://loom.ly/CvWVvuo

The 2025 Staney Fahn awardee, Prof. Mark Edwards, discusses his musings on interface disorders, such as FNDs, and what changes he believes need to take place in modern medicine to better treat these patients. https://loom.ly/izciuoE

Learn to take decisive action during emergencies, when every moment matters. https://loom.ly/toJc2VE

From standardizing PSP diagnosis to advancing therapeutic trials, the field of Movement Disorders has never stood still. Celebrate 40 years of impact and discovery at the #MDSCongress. mdscongress.org

Designing effective clinical trials for disease-modifying treatments is challenging. Learn about ongoing trials and how to address challenges in patient selection and improving outcome measures in multi-arm, multi-stage trials. Mdscongress.org

General practitioners: Gain a practical introduction to common but under-diagnosed movement disorders. https://loom.ly/Siqi4s4

General practitioners are often the first point of contact for patients with movement disorders — but you need proper training to recognize and manage them. https://loom.ly/NdaHSqA

Epilepsy-dyskinesia syndromes (EDS) are complex disorders where patients experience both epilepsy and movement disorders. Dr. Darius Ebrahimi-Fakhari breaks down his study examining the genetics, phenotypes, treatment options, and future of EDS. https://loom.ly/PmVq2jg

Participants immersed themselves in cutting-edge theory and skills training in at the Dystonia: Bridging Theory and Hands-On Expertise course.

Help shape the future of education at MDS! Take a few minutes to share which topics are important in the field: https://loom.ly/qSx50w8

40 years ago this week, at the World Congress of Neurology in Hamburg, the International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society was born. From that small meeting, MDS grew into a global community advancing care, research, and education in movement disorders. Here’s to the next 40 years!

"Do not miss" lectures and events at the upcoming MDS International Congress. Read now » https://loom.ly/KAi0c-U

In the early days of Movement Disorders, clinicians and researchers gathered to watch films of patients, debating the phenomenology of complex cases. Celebrate the legacy and future of MDS at the #MDSCongress: mdscongress.org

Gain practical, supervised experience, get immediate feedback, and demonstrate your proficiency as you master the intricate art of BoNT for complex movement disorders. https://loom.ly/ymD5Fjw

What does the future look like for NPH? Dr. Joachim Krauss, a movement disorder specialist and neurosurgeon, gives his expert opinion about assessing NPH patients for neurosurgical intervention, and what lies ahead in research and clinical care. https://loom.ly/nFAE8Bw

Movement disorder specialists, with support from MDS’s Pediatric Special Interest Group, analyzed clinical data from more than 30 centers across 25 countries to characterize epilepsy-dyskinesia syndrome phenotypes. Find out which movement disorders were most prevalent. https://loom.ly/DH5T8bo

2 new advanced-level tracks: Parkinson’s Disease – Advances in Pathology, Genetics, Biomarkers, and Therapeutics. Learn about the latest in clinical care. On demand now » Part 1: https://loom.ly/kY2zXB4 Part 2: https://loom.ly/zvDKLak

What sessions are you most excited for? #MDSCongress https://loom.ly/WyQTzYA#MDSCongress

40 years ago, at a “clandestine” late-night meeting in a Hamburg hotel room, the Movement Disorder Society was born. Celebrate 40 years of MDS at the #MDSCongress: mdscongress.org

#MDSCongress keynote lecture: Prof. Sergiu Pașca, a pioneer in the lab-based study of stem cell-derived neural circuitry that has led to astounding discoveries in fundamental brain biology. Mdscongress.org

Dr. Alfonso Fasano discusses the mystery and differing neuropathological theories behind NPH. He further dives into the co-pathological incidences and controversies surrounding this syndrome. https://loom.ly/89s8Gto

Showcase your research at the 6th #PASCongress in Houston, Texas, February 13–15, 2026. Submit your abstract. https://loom.ly/L8q9Iy0

Here's what your colleagues are reading. Do you have any studies on PD freezing to contribute to the conversation? Share them in the comments.

Join leading experts and colleagues for live discussion about a series of Africa’s most interesting cases. https://loom.ly/cNBunWA

Learn to manage the toughest symptoms — dystonia, tremor, dysphagia and more — in this 4-part multidisciplinary case course. https://loom.ly/i6buNJY

“MDS is basically responsible for forming a subspecialty that has been the poster child for advances in treatment in neurological diseases for many years.” Join the celebration at the #MDSCongress and be part of the next chapter: mdscongress.org

Normal pressure hydrocephalus (NPH) is a condition caused by excess CSF, enlarging the ventricles. Dr. Mats Tullberg breaks down the clinical symptoms of NPH, including the clinical triad, and how to examine a patient and conduct a differential diagnosis. https://loom.ly/RoJt5ZE

Molde seu futuro em neurologia. Treinamento de 3 dias de classe mundial com os principais especialistas. https://loom.ly/wwTqbzw

From Prof. C. David Marsden’s pivotal address at the 1993 AAN meeting to an explosion of global interest, the last 40 years have transformed how we understand and treat movement disorders. Join us at the #MDSCongress as we celebrate the field of Movement Disorder's history. mdscongress.org

While freezing of gait (FOG) is the most widely recognized manifestation within the freezing spectrum, other forms, such as freezing of the upper limb and freezing of speech, are increasingly acknowledged.

Gain practical knowledge about how to apply neurophysiology-based DBS programming. Join EAN President Prof. Elena Moro to learn about specific local field potentials for DBS programming and the clinical applications of aDBS. mdscongress.org

The pathophysiology underlying the response of freezing of gait (FOG) to dopaminergic medication is poorly understood. Dr. Nicolaas Bohnen discusses the role of the cholinergic system in PD patients with dopa-unresponsive FOG. https://loom.ly/rmHerBM

For a patient who presents with tremor, which aspect takes precedent in forming a diagnosis: when the tremor occurs or where it occurs? https://loom.ly/axmgg-4

Stay at the forefront of the rapidly evolving genetics of movement disorders, from molecular mechanisms to real-world clinical applications. https://loom.ly/2EcHutA

MDS has played a major role in advancing education — both on a global scale and for each member who elevates care and research around the world every day. Learn alongside your global community (and maybe meet a valuable mentor) at the #MDSCongress. Mdscongress.org

Join a diverse panel of MDS experts who will share their approaches to clinical examination in this interactive plenary session. Mdscongress.org

Our COA Scientific Evaluation Committee analyzed outcomes for dozens of cognitive function tests to assess their validity, reliability, and sensitivity to change in the PD population. Only a handful achieved the study’s “Recommended” designation. https://loom.ly/8IRCO44

DBS is a promising treatment for various forms of dystonia, but long-term data is lacking. Drs. Andrea Kühn and Patricia Krause discuss the efficacy and safety results of the longest GPi-DBS follow-up study for generalized and segmental dystonia. https://loom.ly/yawREAw

What began as a bold idea—naming a clinic "Movement Disorders"—sparked a global revolution in neurology. Join us at the #MDSCongress to honor the past, celebrate the progress, and shape the future of movement disorders. mdscongress.org