Parkinson's disease care at Mayo Clinic
Your Mayo Clinic care team
Mayo Clinic doctors trained in nervous system conditions (neurologists), brain and nervous system surgery (neurosurgeons), and other areas work together to determine the most appropriate treatment for your condition. You may work with rehabilitation specialists to manage problems with walking, speaking, swallowing and other aspects of daily life. Your treatment team also includes nurses, social workers, physical, occupational and recreational therapists, and Mayo's many other specialists to help you manage Parkinson's disease.
You can trust Mayo specialists to collaborate and offer you the best possible outcomes, safety and service.
Advanced diagnosis and treatment
Parkinson's disease can't be cured, but your care team will work with you to help you manage your condition. A health care professional will tailor your treatment to your individual needs. Your care team has expertise in treating Parkinson's disease and other movement disorders with the latest therapies, including medicines and deep brain stimulation.
Mayo Clinic's campuses in Arizona and Minnesota are home to Early-Onset Parkinson's Disease Clinics that offer specialized diagnosis and treatment for young adults with Parkinson's. The specialists in these clinics have expertise in diagnosing Parkinson's disease in younger adults — who might often minimize their symptoms because of their age. The clinic is staffed by neurologists specializing in movement disorders, as well as a multidisciplinary team to manage all aspects of your care.
Research
Mayo Clinic specialists study genetics, diagnosis and treatment options for people with Parkinson's disease and other movement disorders. You may have the opportunity to participate in research studies and clinical trials.
Explore Mayo Clinic studies focused on testing new treatments, interventions and tests as a means to prevent, detect, treat or manage Parkinson's disease.
Expertise and rankings
Mayo Clinic doctors are experienced, evaluating and treating about 4,900 people with Parkinson's disease each year.
Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, Mayo Clinic in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, and Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, Florida, are ranked among the Best Hospitals for neurology and neurosurgery in the U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals rankings.
Locations, travel and lodging
Mayo Clinic has major campuses in Phoenix and Scottsdale, Arizona; Jacksonville, Florida; and Rochester, Minnesota. The Mayo Clinic Health System has dozens of locations in several states.
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Costs and insurance
Mayo Clinic works with hundreds of insurance companies and is an in-network provider for millions of people.
In most cases, Mayo Clinic doesn't require a physician referral. Some insurers require referrals or may have additional requirements for certain medical care. All appointments are prioritized on the basis of medical need.
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Please contact your insurance company to verify medical coverage and to obtain any needed authorization prior to your visit. Often, your insurer's customer service number is printed on the back of your insurance card.