Welcome back to The Caring Neurologist, where science, stories, and breakthrough discoveries meet compassionate care. In today’s episode, host Dr. Sandeep Thakkar takes you on a deep dive into the fascinating journey of Levodopa, the drug that transformed Parkinson’s treatment and remains the gold standard decades after its introduction. From its ancient roots in Ayurvedic medicine to the groundbreaking trials that redefined patient care, you’ll learn how Levodopa works, why it’s so effective...
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Welcome back to The Caring Neurologist, where science, stories, and breakthrough discoveries meet compassionate care. In today’s episode, host Dr. Sandeep Thakkar takes you on a deep dive into the fascinating journey of Levodopa, the drug that transformed Parkinson’s treatment and remains the gold standard decades after its introduction. From its ancient roots in Ayurvedic medicine to the groundbreaking trials that redefined patient care, you’ll learn how Levodopa works, why it’s so effective...
Humanizing Parkinson's: Navigating Life, Family, and Identity After Diagnosis
The Caring Neurologist
38 minutes
7 months ago
Humanizing Parkinson's: Navigating Life, Family, and Identity After Diagnosis
Welcome back to another episode of The Caring Neurologist. In today’s deeply moving installment, host Dr. Sandeep Thakkar explores the often overlooked emotional and social challenges of living with Parkinson’s disease. While many people associate Parkinson’s primarily with tremors and movement difficulties, Dr. Thakkar shares his front-line experience treating the whole person—not just the symptoms—and highlights the profound impact this diagnosis has on patients and their families alike. Dr...
The Caring Neurologist
Welcome back to The Caring Neurologist, where science, stories, and breakthrough discoveries meet compassionate care. In today’s episode, host Dr. Sandeep Thakkar takes you on a deep dive into the fascinating journey of Levodopa, the drug that transformed Parkinson’s treatment and remains the gold standard decades after its introduction. From its ancient roots in Ayurvedic medicine to the groundbreaking trials that redefined patient care, you’ll learn how Levodopa works, why it’s so effective...
