A Multidimensional Approach to Parkinson’s Disease at Istanbul Gelisim University

In the first part of the program, Parkinson’s disease was addressed within the framework of diagnostic processes, epidemiological characteristics, risk factors, and clinical findings. In addition to motor symptoms, the critical role of often-overlooked non-motor symptoms in disease management was emphasized. While the loss of dopaminergic neurons underlying the disease and the associated neurophysiological changes were explained, the importance of current treatment approaches—including pharmacological therapies, surgical options, and rehabilitation practices—was discussed.

In the practical session of the event, the clinical evaluation process was demonstrated live on an invited patient with Parkinson’s disease. Observations and assessments conducted by Prof. Dr. Zuhal KUNDURACILAR and Assist. Prof. Sevinç ÜMİT concretely illustrated the clinical manifestations of the disease. Subsequently, Lecturer Sevdenur AKTAŞ presented physiotherapy and rehabilitation methods through practical demonstrations, allowing participants to experience the process more closely.

The event continued with an interactive question-and-answer session in which students actively participated. Questions raised by the participants were addressed by the experts, fostering an engaging and informative environment. At the end of the program, the event concluded with the presentation of a certificate of appreciation to Assist. Prof. Sevinç ÜMİT.