How American Ninja Warrior Jimmy Choi Rose Above Parkinson’s

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In this episode Dr. Daniel Correa speaks with Parkinson’s disease advocate and American Ninja Warrior Jimmy Choi about his early-onset Parkinson's diagnosis and how it impacted his physical abilities and mental health. Jimmy talks about his dedication to fighting stigma and educating future generations about the misconceptions of Parkinson’s disease. Next, Dr. Correa talks with Dr. Allan Wu, neurologist and assistant professor at the Parkinson’s Disease and Movement Disorder Center at Northwestern University. Dr. Wu explains the physical and mental challenges that accompany a Parkinson’s diagnosis and treatments that are available.

Additional Resources:  

https://www.brainandlife.org/disorders-a-z/parkinsons-disease/

https://www.brainandlife.org/articles/how-flavonoids-affect-parkinsons-disease

https://www.brainandlife.org/articles/4-flavonoid-rich-recipes-that-may-lower-the-risk-of-parkinsons

Social Media:  

Guest: Jimmy Choi @jcfoxninja (Instagram and TikTok)

Hosts: Dr. Daniel Correa @neurodrcorrea; Dr. Audrey Nath @AudreyNathMDPhD 

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