VA Parkinson’s research
Richmond/Southeast PADRECC
In 2001, the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) created six national
Parkinson’s Disease Research, Education and Clinical Centers (PADRECC) in an effort
to improve care for veterans suffering from Parkinson’s disease and to pursue a
cure for this condition. The centers are located in five other cities in addition
to
Richmond
. The PADRECC offers a variety of patient care services, allowing veterans access
to innovative strategies and treatment interventions to improve functional ability
and life satisfaction as well as opportunities to participate in cutting edge research
intended to lead to more effective treatments and ultimately a cure for Parkinson’s
disease. In collaboration with Virginia Commonwealth University Health System, participation
in PADRECC clinical research is also available to non-veterans with Parkinson’s
disease. PADRECC services include but are not limited to multidisciplinary assessment
and treatment, clinical trials, physician consultation, medical management, surgical
interventions, neuropsychological services, physical and occupational therapy, speech
therapy, nursing services, telemedicine, caregiver resources, educational materials,
community education programs, patient and family programs, support groups and programs
to educate medical professionals.
Hunter Holmes McGuire Veteran’s Affairs Medical Center
1201 Broad Rock Boulevard, Room 2C-114
Richmond, Virginia 23249
Phone: (804) 675-5931
Toll-free (800) 784-8381, ext. 5931
Fax: (804) 675-5939