Live Broadcast: Wednesday, July 19 2 pm ET / 11 am PT
Whether you have Parkinson’s disease or have a family member who does, you may have thought about genetic testing. Understandably, many people wonder “if my parent/sibling has PD, will I get it also?” and “Am I genetically predisposed to get PD?” But what exactly is genetic testing and what can (or can’t) it tell you? Join us as we talk with Dr. Roy Alcalay, a movement disorders specialist and expert in PD genetics, who will help answer a myriad of questions about this complex topic, including:
• Who should get genetic testing?
• Is all genetic testing the same? If not, what type should I get?
• How do I get genetic testing?
• Does insurance pay for genetic testing?
• What will I do with the results of genetic testing?
• And more!
Dr. Alcalay will answer your questions LIVE, so be sure to register today and get those questions ready!