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Muhammad Ali Parkinson Center

About Our Center

Being diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease or another movement disorder may feel overwhelming, but you are not powerless. Recent advances in medicines and surgical treatments can equip you with new tools to fight against your disease, and our doctors at the Muhammad Ali Parkinson Center can put them in your hands.

Our team of neurologists, nurses, physical therapists, occupational therapists, and speech-language pathologists is dedicated to providing you with the best clinical care, research, rehabilitation, education, and support. Our demonstrated commitment to these areas has earned us the distinction as a Parkinson’s Foundation Center of Excellence. We are also a world leader in Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) surgery for the treatment of movement disorders.

We offer a wide range of recreational therapies such as group exercise classes and art workshops to benefit the mind, body, and spirit. Educational workshops and support groups are also available for both people with Parkinson’s disease and their caregivers. Patients and families across the globe have found support through our acclaimed Hispanic Outreach Program.

To make an appointment with a movement disorder specialist or to learn more about the Muhammad Ali Parkinson Center, please call (602) 406-6262.

The Barrow Difference

At the Muhammad Ali Parkinson Center, we offer comprehensive care and support for individuals with movement disorders and their families. We strive to improve the quality of life for everyone who visits our Center and the greater Parkinson’s community. 

World Leader in Deep Brain Stimulation

Barrow Neurological Institute is also a world leader in deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery for the treatment of movement disorders. Our neurologists work closely with Barrow neurosurgeons in the DBS Program and have received training in the programming of DBS devices.

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Movement Disorders Rehabilitation

The Muhammad Ali Parkinson Center offers rehabilitative therapy for patients to maximize their functional performance and quality of life. Our physical therapists, occupational therapists, and speech-language pathologists have advanced training in the management of movement disorders. They perform one-on-one evaluations and provide individualized treatment plans based on each patient’s abilities and goals.

Community Outreach & Wellness

The Muhammad Ali Parkinson Center’s Community Outreach Program is one of the most robust in the country. Through a broad range of services, we aim to help patients and their families navigate the everyday challenges of Parkinson’s disease. We offer these services regardless of a patient’s ability to pay and where they receive their medical care.  

Our outreach services include:

  • Education – We’re committed to helping people with Parkinson’s disease and their families better understand and self-manage this chronic condition. Our educational opportunities are also available to health care providers, professional caregivers, and the general public. 
  • Exercise – We strongly encourage people with Parkinson’s disease to include exercise in their treatment plan. That’s why we offer classes such as boxing, dance, yoga, Tai Chi, PWR!Moves and PWR!Circuit. 
  • Expressive Arts – Our expressive arts workshops allow people to explore self-expression and creativity, regardless of their artistic experience.
  • Support Groups – We facilitate different types of support groups across the Phoenix metropolitan area and the entire state of Arizona. These groups provide participants with information and coping strategies as well as foster camaraderie. 
  • Social Work Services – We’re committed to serving each individual’s unique needs for support, resources, and referrals.
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Hispanic Outreach Program

The Muhammad Ali Parkinson Center’s Hispanic Outreach Program delivers services in a culturally sensitive manner. Aspects of this program include:

  • Art Classes
  • Education for Patients and Care Partners
  • Exercise Classes
  • Promotores – In-home visits by trained Hispanic volunteers to provide education and support
  • Support Groups
  • Voces Unidas – Award-winning Spanish choir dedicated to raising awareness of Parkinson’s disease

Legacy Care Program 

Lonnie Ali’s vision for the Muhammad Ali Parkinson Center is to offer all patients the same level of personalized care that her husband received. To help achieve this goal, we created the Lonnie and Muhammad Ali Legacy Care Program.

The Legacy Care Program is a supportive care clinic focused on providing relief for the “whole person.” This means not only treating the symptoms of Parkinson’s disease but also addressing the emotional, psychosocial, practical, cultural, and spiritual aspects of the patient’s life. 

The Legacy Care team works closely with each patient’s neurologist to provide collaborative, patient-centered care. The team includes health care professionals with backgrounds in neuro-rehabilitation, social work, nutrition, and chaplain services. 

The program also offers in-home and telemedicine visits for eligible patients with mobility and travel challenges. These patients can communicate with their physician and access tools such as lectures, support groups, and exercise classes—all from their own home.

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The staff at the Center is amazing. One of the things that I love about them is they’re constantly innovating and looking at new programs.

Karen O'Donnell Wife of Patient John O'Donnell
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Although the staff at Barrow cannot help cure my disease or even slow its progression, they do a lot to help me retain a positive attitude. They also help with all the incidental problems that cause stress.

Ann Rooney-Schweikle Muhammad Ali Parkinson Center Patient

Location

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Videos

Lunch and Learn Video Series

Focused Ultrasound for Essential Tremor and Tremor-Dominant Parkinson's Disease

Focused Ultrasound for Essential Tremor and Tremor-Dominant Parkinson's Disease

Barrow Neurosurgeon Francisco Ponce, MD, gives an overview of focused ultrasound thalamotomy…
Nutrition and Parkinson's Disease

Nutrition and Parkinson's Disease

Join nutritionist Debbie Polisky, MS, MBA, to learn about nutrition and Parkinson’s…
Catching the Signals for Better Communication Workshop

Catching the Signals for Better Communication Workshop

Shannon Arriola, MC, presents on compassionate communication in Parkinson’s disease.
Medical and Non-Medical Approaches for Symptom Management in Lewy Body Dementia

Medical and Non-Medical Approaches for Symptom Management in Lewy Body Dementia

Anna Burke, MD, of the Barrow Alzheimer’s and Memory Disorders Program, and…
Genetics and Parkinson's Disease

Genetics and Parkinson's Disease

James Beck, PhD. chief scientific officer at the Parkinson’s Foundation, presents on…
New Parkinson's Disease Medications

New Parkinson's Disease Medications

Learn about the pros and cons of new Parkinson’s disease medications.
Disorders of Sleep & Alertness in Parkinson's Disease

Disorders of Sleep & Alertness in Parkinson's Disease

Learn about disorders of sleep and alertness that sometimes accompany Parkinson’s disease.
Impulse Control Behaviors in Parkinson's Disease

Impulse Control Behaviors in Parkinson's Disease

Justine Chan, MD, movement disorders specialist at Barrow, presents on impulse control…
What's New in Parkinson's Disease Research

What's New in Parkinson's Disease Research

Barrow neurologist, Holly Shill, MD, presents on new advancements in Parkinson’s disease…

Tips for Patients and Caregivers

Get into Bed Safely Using Your Hands and Knees

Get into Bed Safely Using Your Hands and Knees

Tips for using your hands and knees to get into bed safely….
Tips for Pulling Off Bedsheets

Tips for Pulling Off Bedsheets

Learn how to easily remove bed sheets if you have Parkinson’s disease.
Tips for Getting In and Out of Bed

Tips for Getting In and Out of Bed

Learn how to easily get in and out of bed if you…
How to Use the Super Pole

How to Use the Super Pole

See how the Super Pole can aid people with Parkinson’s disease and…
How to Install a Bed Rail

How to Install a Bed Rail

This video advises people with Parkinson’s disease and their caregivers on how…
Using a Bed Rail to Get In and Out of Bed

Using a Bed Rail to Get In and Out of Bed

Learn how to use a bed rail to get in and out…
Getting Up from a Couch

Getting Up from a Couch

Learn some helpful tips for getting up from a couch. Designed for…

Hispanic Outreach Leadership Conference 2021

Hispanic Outreach 202

Hispanic Outreach 202

Presented by Claudia Martinez, MD, Hispanic Outreach Coordinator, Muhammad Ali Parkinson Center…
Parkinson’s Foundation Resources in Spanish

Parkinson’s Foundation Resources in Spanish

Presented by Angela De La Hoz, MCHES(r), CAPM – Senior Manager, Community…
Empowerment in the Hispanic Community

Empowerment in the Hispanic Community

Presented by Maria De León, MD, Parkinson’s research advocate and author
Finding Your Voice while Living with Parkinson's Disease

Finding Your Voice while Living with Parkinson's Disease

Panel Discussion: Empowerment in the Hispanic Parkinson's Disease Community

Panel Discussion: Empowerment in the Hispanic Parkinson's Disease Community

Moderated by Claudia Martinez, MD – Hispanic Outreach Coordinator Muhammad Ali Parkinson…
Research Awareness and Participation in the Hispanic Community

Research Awareness and Participation in the Hispanic Community

Presented by Ignacio F. Mata, Phd, Cleveland Clinic.
Networking 202: Partnering with the Media to Promote your Community Programs

Networking 202: Partnering with the Media to Promote your Community Programs

Presented by Jhoana Molina, Media & Community Relations Coordinator, Office of Communications…
Panel Discussion: Barriers and Bridges - Research in the Hispanic Community

Panel Discussion: Barriers and Bridges - Research in the Hispanic Community

Moderated by Ignacio F. Mata, PhD, Cleveland Clinic

Una Mirada Detallada al Parkinson

#1: Cambios en la vision

#1: Cambios en la vision

#2: Cambios en la deglucion

#2: Cambios en la deglucion

#3: Dolor en la enfermedad de Parkinson

#3: Dolor en la enfermedad de Parkinson

#4: Como compartir el diagnostico de Parkinson

#4: Como compartir el diagnostico de Parkinson

#5: Sexualidad, intimidad, y parkinson

#5: Sexualidad, intimidad, y parkinson

El Parkinson Paso a Paso

Las Cirugias Para El Mnejo de La Enfermedad De Parkinson

Las Cirugias Para El Mnejo de La Enfermedad De Parkinson

Las Cirugias Para El Mnejo de La Enfermedad De Parkinson
Los periodos off o inactivos y como manejarlos

Los periodos off o inactivos y como manejarlos

Presentadora: Maria Cristina Ospina, MD Movement Disorders Specialits
La enfermedad de Parkinson, sus generalidades y sus síntomas

La enfermedad de Parkinson, sus generalidades y sus síntomas

Presentador: Guillermo Moguel-Cobos, MD Muhammad Ali Parkinson Center at Barrow Neurological Institute
La genética, la enfermedad de Parkinson y tu familia

La genética, la enfermedad de Parkinson y tu familia

Presentador: Ignacio F. Mata, PhD Cleveland Clinic
Medicinas para manejar los síntomas motores del Parkinson

Medicinas para manejar los síntomas motores del Parkinson

Presentadora: Irene Litvan, MD Directora del Centro de Parkinson y otros movimientos…
Las Terapias como Aliadas en El Manejo de La Enfermedad de Parkinson

Las Terapias como Aliadas en El Manejo de La Enfermedad de Parkinson

Lisa Fukuzato, PT, DPT, NCS; Terapeuta Física certificada por el Consejo de…
El Ejercicio y su Importancia en El Manejo de La Enfermedad de Parkinson

El Ejercicio y su Importancia en El Manejo de La Enfermedad de Parkinson

Presentadora: Betsaida Cruz-Coble, PT, DPT, NCS; Doctora de Fisioterapia;Especialista en rehabilitación neurológica…
La Nutrición y La Enfermedad de Parkinson

La Nutrición y La Enfermedad de Parkinson

Debbie Polisky, MS, MBA; Nutricionista y Consultora de Bienestar
Cómo Tomas Las Riendas y Participar Activamente de tu Bienestar

Cómo Tomas Las Riendas y Participar Activamente de tu Bienestar

Maria De León, MD; neuróloga especializada en desordenes del movimiento

El Parkinson Paso a Paso: Los Sintomas que No Se Ven

Las Funciones del Cerebro: Prestémoles Atención

Las Funciones del Cerebro: Prestémoles Atención

Las Funciones del Cerebro: Prestémoles Atención. Elsa Baena, PhD. Neuropsicóloga clínica. Barrow…
Cansancio y Manejo de Energía

Cansancio y Manejo de Energía

Cansancio y manejo de energía Presentadora: Betsaida Cruz-Coble, PT, DPT University of…
Las Emociones y la Enfermedad de Parkinson (1ª Parte)

Las Emociones y la Enfermedad de Parkinson (1ª Parte)

Presentadora: Elsa Baena, PhD, Neuropsicóloga clínica, Barrow Neurological Institute
Las Emociones y la Enfermedad de Parkinson (Parte 2)

Las Emociones y la Enfermedad de Parkinson (Parte 2)

Las emociones y la enfermedad de Parkinson (2a parte) Presentadora: Elsa Baena,…
Qué son Los Síntomas no Motores del Parkinson y cual es su Importancia

Qué son Los Síntomas no Motores del Parkinson y cual es su Importancia

Qué son Los Síntomas no Motores del Parkinson y cual es su…
Síntomas Digestivos y Urinarios

Síntomas Digestivos y Urinarios

Los Trastornos del Sueño y La

Los Trastornos del Sueño y La

Las Funciones del Cerebro Hablemos el Mismo Lenguaje

Las Funciones del Cerebro Hablemos el Mismo Lenguaje

Elsa Baena, PhD, Neuro-psicóloga Clínica, Barrow Neurological Institute.
Las Funciones del Cerebro Mucho Más que Memoria

Las Funciones del Cerebro Mucho Más que Memoria

David Quebradas, Psicólogo especializado en Neurociencias, Asesor voluntario Fundación Parkinson de Colombia

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