2 weeks Ago
King’s College Hospital Dubai has announced the successful conclusion of its annual Parkinson’s Masterclass, a landmark event in the fight against Parkinson’s disease. Held at the Dubai Police Academy in collaboration with the POD Council of Dubai Police and Parkinson’s UAE, this exclusive two-day academic event marks the only Parkinson’s masterclass in the Emirates. Parkinson’s disease, the second most common neurodegenerative disorder, affects over 10 million people worldwide, with alarming research indicating that one in two individuals over the age of 60 will develop the condition.
In the UAE, a groundbreaking study by King’s Dubai Parkinson’s Centre of Excellence, known as the EmPark study, has revealed that young Emiratis are experiencing Parkinson’s in their early 30s—a significant first for the region. The 2024 masterclass featured comprehensive hands-on training sessions, focusing on the practical application of treatments for conditions such as dystonia, migraine, and spasticity through the use of botulinum toxin. Course Directors Dr Vinod Metta and Professor Ray Chaudhuri emphasised that King’s Dubai Parkinson’s Centre of Excellence is the sole centre of excellence in the region, serving not only the Emirates but also the broader Gulf, GCC, and MENA regions.
King’s College Hospital Dubai extends its gratitude to the POD Council, Dubai Police Academy, and Parkinson’s UAE for their invaluable support in hosting this landmark event..
