Günther Deuschl
Professor of neurology and movement disorders (University of Kiel), co-author of earlier tremor classifications and an expert on tremor phenomenology and diagnostic criteria.
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Dec 16, 2024 • 0sec
Tremor Series: What’s essential tremor?
Professors Kailash Bhatia and Günther Deuschl, experts in neurology and movement disorders, delve into essential tremor, framing it as a syndrome that acknowledges its clinical diversity. They dissect the new classification's implications and common misunderstandings surrounding diagnoses. The duo also discusses how to effectively communicate the diagnosis to patients and family members, as well as the relationship between action tremors and Parkinson's risk. With an engaging debate on the future of the term 'essential tremor,' their insights are illuminating for anyone interested in movement disorders.
Sep 27, 2024 • 0sec
MDCP Research Article of the Year: The Role of Levodopa Challenge in Predicting the Outcome of STN DBS
Professor Günther Deuschl, a movement disorders expert, and Dr. Robin Wolke, a researcher on levodopa, delve into groundbreaking insights from their award-winning article. They discuss the pivotal role of levodopa responsiveness in predicting outcomes of subthalamic deep brain stimulation. The conversation highlights challenges in patient selection and advocates for personalized medicine to enhance treatment effectiveness, particularly for freezing symptoms. Their research emphasizes the heterogeneous nature of Parkinson's disease and the need for tailored treatment strategies.
