To help differentiate functional dystonia from idiopathic dystonia, Prof. Roberto Eleopra describes the promising results from his pilot study using poly-EMG during a controlled popofol sedation. https://loom.ly/eMtS5co

Overview: Parkinson’s disease 30-minute on-demand clinical skills course https://www.movementdisorders.org/Fundamentals

Genetic testing is not just another diagnostic test. Results can be difficult to interpret and may have implications for family members. In this self-guided course, you will learn how to responsibly offer genetic counseling to patients with PD. https://loom.ly/bsceTm8

MDS connects you to what’s next. Stay at the forefront of the field. Renew for 2026 today! https://loom.ly/EJBg2vU

Discover why this course has been the foundational experience for professionals across the spectrum for 30+ years. https://loom.ly/cuegghw

“I really appreciate this opportunity to learn directly from the giants in the field of Movement Disorders." https://loom.ly/4eQD3E4

Follow along and test your own diagnostic skills as Dr. Shekeeb Mohammad analyses the clinical phenomenology, laboratory, and neuroimaging findings of a young boy with an exercise-induced episodic gait disturbance. https://loom.ly/m67KXBA

Gain a comprehensive and practical introduction to modern DBS and infusion technologies for advanced Parkinson’s care. https://loom.ly/LkgXBXQ

A world-renowned panel of Movement Disorders experts analyzed unique cases live at the #PASCongress Challenging Case Video rounds.

Grant-funded opportunity for residents to explore different opportunities in the field. https://loom.ly/HzT4ABY

Congratulations to Susan Fox on receiving the 2026 PAS Leadership Award! #PASCongress

More than 230 abstracts are being presented at the #PASCongress. View the published open-access abstracts: https://loom.ly/0F_rvso and Late-Breaking Abstracts: https://loom.ly/S4R4XKU#PASCongress

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Top opportunity for young neurologists in Africa - apply soon! https://loom.ly/4eQD3E4

2026 International Congress abstract submissions are now open. Submit now » https://loom.ly/22Jj9eo

Share a case for expert discussion! https://loom.ly/aixrunM

The current HD-ISS doesn't incorporate wet biomarkers. Dr. Mena Farag discusses the promising results of proenkephalin and other biomarkers to help monitor the earliest stages of HD before the onset of motor symptoms. https://loom.ly/j3VrGFs

Apply to join the newly established global MDS Task Force on Chorea Classification, which will develop an axis-based system for classifying chorea loom.ly/VtFtGos

Experts debate breakthroughs in disease-modifying therapies for monogenic PD, the relevant role of AI in diagnosis, and whether protein-targeted approaches help or hinder disease progression. #PASCongress pascongress.org

Unlike the social components of stigma, shame is more about self identification alongside disease. Dr. Vanessa Fleury shares how shame may present itself in PD and how clinicians can work with patients to address it. https://loom.ly/ppaGPYA

Join the 5th Movement Disorders Clinical Practice Conference on May 10 in Lübeck, Germany. A practical look at genetics and lifestyle approaches in movement disorders care. Free registration available. https://loom.ly/bqTr8Zw

In 2016, a proposal for naming genetically determined movement disorders addressed difficulties with conventional naming systems. After nearly 10 years, an evaluation of its strengths and weaknesss: https://loom.ly/KRcFvqc

MDS’s Pediatric Movement Disorders Special Interest Group contributed to this investigation of NKX2-1-related disorders, which found that chorea affects over 90% of diagnosed patients. Foremost treatment was levodopa or methylphenidate. https://loom.ly/UCrX3fY

As an MDS member, you don’t just stay informed — you shape the future. Renew for 2026 to continue shaping science and care. https://loom.ly/EJBg2vU

Apply now: MDS Task Force on Chorea Classification https://loom.ly/VtFtGos

Gain an up-to-date look at current ataxia treatments, emerging disease-modifying strategies, and future innovations including biomarkers and gene therapy. #PASCongress pascongress.org

“Essentially, this course changed my whole approach to the patient.” Join a faculty of foremost leaders in the field to gain a comprehensive understanding of these complex diseases. https://loom.ly/cuegghw

There is limited guidance on helping women with PD before, during, and after pregnancy. Dr. Alexander Lehn shares how a recent review sought to address these gaps so that clinicians can more confidently converse with their patients about family planning. https://loom.ly/tFcbA2w

Collaborate with leading experts to analyze real cases — or even share your own. https://loom.ly/aixrunM

Browse the cutting-edge #PASCongress scientific sessions and events, including Novel Clinical Trials, Ataxia Therapies, Controversies in Movement Disorders, and more. https://loom.ly/lLFU9S8

Join international experts to decode the biological and environmental drivers of PD and explore their clinical implications. https://loom.ly/5t7ZSPo

Come together with hundreds of renowned physicians, researchers and other professionals from across Pan America to build partnerships and advance the science of Movement Disorders. mdscongress.org

Deadline soon: Explore genetics, collaboration, and opportunities across Africa. https://loom.ly/0bQy-Lo

Gastrointestinal dysfunction has been increasingly regarded as an integral aspect of PD and have been associated with various symptoms. This MDS Podcast discusses the use of probiotics in PD, specifically regarding constipation. https://loom.ly/s_ehJKI

Submit an abstract to be presented at the International Congress of Parkinson's Disease and Movement Disorders® in Seoul, Korea. https://loom.ly/22Jj9eo

New MDS Study Group: Join the Wellness Study Group, focused on advancing research and best practices in wellness for movement disorders. Learn more & get involved: https://loom.ly/tLf9ZWo

Discover how AI tools can analyze data, strengthen movement disorder research, and shape future clinical practice while addressing regional needs. #PASCongress pascongress.org

Help build the future movement disorders in Africa at the first MDS-African Section conference. Apply now! https://loom.ly/0bQy-Lo

Preview the hot topics that will be covered during the #PASCongress. https://loom.ly/XIADZ7Q

Jean-Martin Charcot is known as "the founder of modern neurology" and 200 years later his impacts are still felt. Dr. Christopher Goetz joins the MDS Podcast to discuss this historical figure and how he interprets and uses his teachings to this day. https://loom.ly/Nk5IbFU

People living with Parkinson’s use diaries to track their symptoms. MDS’s Clinical Outcome Assessment Program is developing a customizable e-diary that also gauges impact on daily activities and generates reports for patients, clinicians, or researchers. https://loom.ly/p6XIAA8

Hear the latest on trials targeting motor and non-motor symptoms in Parkinson’s, disease-modifying approaches for atypical parkinsonism, and therapies for essential tremor. #PASCongress pascongress.org

Research shows cell-type-specific bidirectional modulation of STN neurons can restore motor function in parkinsonian models, pointing toward more precise neuromodulation therapies. Learn more:  https://loom.ly/42iNZf0

Stay ahead of the science. Examine the latest approaches in Parkinson’s disease research, from α-synuclein biology to AI-driven patient stratification. https://loom.ly/5t7ZSPo

Get involved: If you are attending the upcoming #PASCongress, you can become a Social Media Ambassador. As an official Ambassador, you will encourage others to attend, share about sessions, and capture key moments from the event. Apply now: https://loom.ly/zArMcmE

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