As a new subscriber, I would like to introduce myself. I joined this group for 2 reasons: (1) My father was recently diagnosed w/Pd, (2) I am an epidemiologist at the Univ. of Va. Health Sciences Center in Charlottesville, presently working in the Dept of Neurosurgery/Neurology. My research involves PD and I am hoping that I can get some insight/help etc. from those of you in the group. If I can be of any assistance please do not hesitate to write or call. My office phone is 804-243-0265. Best of luck to all. Barbara J. Burkett, Ph.D. Asst. Prof. of Neurosurgery University of Virginia Neuroclinical Trials Center Republic Plaza [log in to unmask]