Parkinson's Disease & Movement Disorders
Our neurology team manages Parkinson's disease and other movement disorders such as essential tremor and dystonia. While there is no cure, symptoms are well controlled for many years with carefully adjusted medication and, when needed, advanced therapies like deep brain stimulation. A multidisciplinary team supports movement, speech and daily function throughout your care.
Medically reviewed by the Florence Healthcare medical team · Last reviewed June 2026
Overview
Parkinson's disease develops when the brain gradually loses cells that produce dopamine, leading to tremor, stiffness, slowness of movement and balance problems, along with non-motor symptoms such as changes in sleep, mood and memory. Our clinic also cares for other movement disorders, including essential tremor and dystonia. There is no cure, but symptoms can be controlled for many years with medication such as levodopa and dopamine agonists, adjusted over time as needs change. When medication alone is no longer enough, advanced therapies help — including deep brain stimulation (a neurosurgical option) and infusion therapies. A multidisciplinary team of neurologists, neurosurgeons, physiotherapists, and speech and occupational therapists works together to protect movement, speech and everyday function.
For international patients, a dedicated coordinator guides every step. Where helpful, our specialists can review your medical records and scans remotely before you travel, so we can advise on the likely plan and confirm whether a visit is worthwhile. You receive a clear, itemized cost estimate prepared for your individual situation before any treatment begins.
Who is a candidate?
- You have been diagnosed with Parkinson's disease and want an expert review or a second opinion on your treatment plan
- You have tremor, dystonia or another movement disorder that has not been clearly diagnosed or well controlled
- Your current medication is becoming less effective, wearing off between doses, or causing troublesome side effects
- You want to know whether you are a candidate for advanced therapies such as deep brain stimulation or infusion treatment
- You are looking for coordinated rehabilitation to support movement, speech, swallowing and daily activities
- You prefer ongoing care from a multidisciplinary team experienced in complex movement disorders
What happens
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Assessment & diagnosis
A movement disorder neurologist reviews your history, symptoms and current medication and performs a detailed neurological examination. Diagnosis is mainly clinical; imaging or other tests may be arranged to rule out other causes and confirm the picture.
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Medical treatment plan
We build a personalized medication plan — often levodopa and/or dopamine agonists — and fine-tune timing and doses to control symptoms while limiting side effects. We also address non-motor symptoms such as sleep, mood and memory.
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Advanced therapy options
If medication is no longer enough, we assess your suitability for advanced therapies, including deep brain stimulation and infusion therapies, and explain the benefits, limitations and what each involves so you can decide with confidence.
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Follow-up & rehabilitation
Physiotherapy, speech and occupational therapy support movement, communication and daily independence. We arrange regular review of your medication and, where relevant, remote follow-up after you return home.
Benefits
- Care led by neurologists with specific expertise in Parkinson's and movement disorders
- Full range of options under one roof — from medication to advanced therapies and surgery
- Multidisciplinary rehabilitation for movement, speech, swallowing and daily function
- Attention to non-motor symptoms such as sleep, mood and memory, not just movement
- Personalized, regularly reviewed plans designed to keep you active and independent
- Coordinated international support with remote record review before you travel
Risks & considerations
- There is no cure; treatment manages symptoms and aims to maintain quality of life rather than reverse the condition
- Medications can cause side effects, and their effect may lessen or fluctuate over the years, requiring adjustment
- Advanced therapies are not suitable for everyone and depend on careful assessment of your individual situation
- Deep brain stimulation is a neurosurgical procedure and carries its own risks, which are discussed separately in detail
- Response to treatment varies from person to person and cannot be guaranteed
- Movement disorders are usually long-term conditions that need continued monitoring and care
Conditions this treats
Where it is performed
This procedure is delivered by our Neurological Sciences Center.
Learn more before you decide
Provider-reviewed guides on the related conditions, symptoms and tests in our Health Library.
Parkinson's Disease & Movement Disorders — frequently asked questions
There is currently no cure, but Parkinson's can be managed effectively for many years. With the right medication, advanced therapies when needed, and rehabilitation, many people stay active and independent and maintain a good quality of life. Our focus is on controlling symptoms and supporting your daily life over the long term.
Deep brain stimulation (DBS) is a neurosurgical treatment in which thin electrodes are placed in specific areas of the brain to help reduce tremor, stiffness and movement fluctuations when medication is no longer enough. Not everyone is suitable, so candidacy is decided after careful assessment by our neurology and neurosurgery team. We are happy to review your situation and explain whether it may help you.
Medication such as levodopa works well for most people, but its effect can change over the years — doses may wear off sooner or cause fluctuations. This is expected and manageable. We adjust your treatment regularly, and when tablets alone are no longer enough, advanced therapies such as infusion treatment or deep brain stimulation can be considered.
Cost and length of stay depend on your diagnosis, the tests you need and the treatment chosen, so they vary from person to person. After reviewing your information, our team prepares a clear, itemized estimate for your individual situation. We never quote a price before understanding your needs, and your coordinator will explain the expected timeline for your visit.
Yes. Where helpful, our specialists can review your medical records, medication list and any scans remotely before you travel. This lets us advise on the likely treatment plan, set realistic expectations and confirm whether a visit to Istanbul is worthwhile before you make travel arrangements.
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