Norman Fixel Institute for Neurological Diseases
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Where cutting-edge research transforms lives affected by Parkinson's, Multiple Sclerosis, Alzheimer's, Dystonia, and Traumatic Brain Injury.
Gainesville, FL
Joined June 2021
A pill that costs pennies can restore movement — yet millions still can’t access it. New op-ed by Okun & Dorsey in STAT News. Click the link to read more: https://t.co/C6yNv7N9Zb
#Parkinsons #Levodopa #GlobalHealth
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This November, we recognize #AlzheimersAwarenessMonth. The Nguyen Lab at UF Health studies repetitive DNA sequences once considered “junk” — uncovering new clues that may shape future understanding of neurodegenerative disease. Learn more: https://t.co/juZwsKp4U1
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Why do we shake when we’re scared? 👀 Hint: It’s not ghosts — it’s your amygdala. 🧠 Read to explore: The Science Behind the Scare: Why We Shake in Fear By: Grace Huff ⬇️ https://t.co/ByAgkR8CFr
#SpookyScience #NeuroTwitter #Halloween
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By: Grace Huff A creak in the hallway or a shadow that moves when it shouldn’t, before you realize what’s happening, your heart speeds up, your breath quickens, and your hands begin to shake. It’s...
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Some of these candy opinions are… bold. 😅 But we’re standing by them. What Halloween candy do you think deserves more love? Or better yet — your most unpopular candy opinion? 🍬🎃Let us know in the comments!
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UF News highlights Dr. Michael Okun and the Fixel Institute’s team’s vision for a Parkinson’s-free future. At the Fixel Institute, that belief drives a global, team-based model of care — redefining what’s possible for people with Parkinson’s disease. 🔗:
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Happy World Occupational Therapy Day! 💙 We’re so thankful for our incredible occupational therapists at the Fixel Institute and everything they do to support our patients every day.
Occupational therapists help people with Parkinson’s disease remain independent and pursuing the activities they enjoy. 🤝 For World Occupational Therapy Day, explore one OT’s answers to 8 questions you’ve always wanted to ask an occupational therapist:
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Occupational therapist Lisa Warren, MHS, OTR/L, is now serving on the Movement Disorder Society’s Allied Health Professionals Steering Committee (2025–2027) — representing allied health professionals in movement disorders worldwide. Read her story:
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By: Mallory Bachmann Occupational therapist joins international MDS committee, representing allied health professionals in movement disorders. At the Norman Fixel Institute for Neurological Diseases,...
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“Nutrition isn’t just about food — it’s about helping people live better, every single day.” — Kaylyn Koons, MS, RD, LD Fixel dietitian & PhD student Kaylyn is advancing the science of neuronutrition — exploring how diet supports brain health and QOL. https://t.co/O5pvPZcR4p
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By: Grace Huff For Kaylyn Koons, MS, RD, LD, a clinical dietician at the Fixel Institute, the path to a career in nutrition began with her upbringing. Growing up in Gainesville with both parents...
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Join us for the 2025 Huntington’s Disease Education Day — a free virtual event sharing the latest in #HuntingtonsDisease research, care, and support for patients and families. 💙 Sat, Oct 25 | 10 AM–1:30 PM Virtual via Zoom 🔗 Learn more:
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Saturday, Oct. 25 | 10:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.Presented by the University of Florida Health HDSA Center of Excellence Join us for the 2025 Huntington’s Disease Education Day, a virtual event dedicated...
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Thank you to everyone who joined us yesterday to celebrate Dr. Dimitry Davydow as he was presented with his engraved Lauren and Lee Fixel Chair. We are so proud to have his leadership, compassion, and expertise on our team🧡 #FixelInstitute #UFHealth #Neuropsychiatry
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An inspiring Start & Spark with Dr. Dimitry Davydow, who shared “Descartes’ Folly, Psychiatric Disorders, Neuropsychiatric Symptoms, and the Quest for the Holy Grail.” We also celebrated his appointment as the Lauren and Lee Fixel Chair — congratulations, Dr. Davydow! 💙
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.@UF_HHP’s Diego Guarin, Ph.D., developed VisionMD, an open-source platform that uses smartphone video and AI to detect motor symptoms in disorders like Parkinson’s. The app enables private, real-time, at-home assessments to catch changes earlier. 📱 🔗: https://t.co/xhA1cFvL6H
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#TBT🎥 At last year’s @TylersHope Weekend, our community shared what Tyler’s Hope means to them — from courage to connection. We’re proud to partner with Tyler’s Hope in the fight against dystonia and can’t wait for this year’s event! Learn More:🔗 https://t.co/AmuE3lBoGC
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💜 October is LBD Awareness Month. Learn about our LBDA Center of Excellence and ongoing work: https://t.co/ScbbOCU8Uc View current LBD trials: https://t.co/kkxYGDiLX8
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“Living Loud: Voices of Tourette’s” — a new series from Fixel — shares real stories from adults living with TS. Meet Kathryn Taubert, whose journey spans science, nonprofit leadership, and music. 💚Watch Kathryn’s clip and explore more stories here: https://t.co/XUSIZesMQF
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How fast does PLS progress? A new study found the steepest decline occurs early, and that blood biomarkers like NfL could help predict symptom change. Fixel neurologist Dr. James Wymer was a contributing author on this important study: https://t.co/vf7POyMUZt
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Aloha from the 2025 Movement Disorders Society (MDS) Congress in Hawaii! 🌺 Our Fixel team joined colleagues from around the world to share research, collaborate, and celebrate advances in movement disorders care. #MDSCongress #FixelInstitute #UFHealth #MovementDisorders
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A new study shows that a 24-hour continuous levodopa/carbidopa infusion (LDp/CDp) can help people with advanced Parkinson’s stay “On” longer — with steadier movement and fewer daily fluctuations. Full Study: https://t.co/wjnSbOfy6D
#ParkinsonsResearch #UFHealth #FixelInstitute
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Not all Parkinson’s disease looks the same. Fixel researchers reviewed how subtyping PD—by motor/non-motor symptoms, genetics, or even AI models—could lead to personalized care & better trial design. Personalized PD medicine is closer than ever. 🔗: https://t.co/hAWiC0pJCR
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