VCU Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

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