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Hi again, Over the last few years Parkinson awarenes seems to have increased. Unfortunately the availability of Parkinson's speacialists does not seem to have caught up with the groe=wing needs and numbers of PWP's. This seems particularly true in Seattle, WA. I have traveled with my mother (60,12) and my step-father (65,11), as far as Arizona to seek advice and direction on how to best diagnose, treat, and control PD and maintain a quality of life. When one finds a neuro that has up-to-date knowledge, a good bedside manner, is willing to listen, and offers informed, personalized care, the value of that relationship is immeasurable. Unfortunately one finds these neuros and clinic few and far between. Here in Seattle we are somewhat bereft of the care and support I deem necessary for my loved ones that are PWP's. For this reason I strongly believe that a Parkinson's clinic / PD Specialist needs to be set up here in Seattle. I also am going to pursue this idea to its completion. I would like to hear from anyone out there any ideas, suggestions, or insights that you may have to offer. Some of the issues will include affiliation to a university vs. a private clinic? Profit vs. non-profit benefits? Statistical info on PD, demographics, etc. Thanks in advace Bill -- Bill Bell ([log in to unmask])