Sara Schaefer

Dr. Sara Schaefer discusses movement disorders such as Parkinson's disease, drug-induced movement disorders, tremor types, dystonia, and more. She covers the differences between rigidity and spasticity, pharmacological and surgical treatment options for Parkinson's disease, pathology in movement disorders, Huntington's disease, rubral tremor characteristics, and treatment strategies for various movement disorders.

Dr. Sara Schaefer, a movement disorders specialist at Yale School of Medicine, dives deep into the fascinating world of involuntary movements. She outlines key descriptors for assessing movements, emphasizing the role of the basal ganglia and dopamine. Listeners learn the distinctions between various tremors and how to test for them. Dr. Schaefer also shares insights on Parkinsonism, detailing its defining characteristics and treatment principles. This episode promises a wealth of knowledge on the complexities of movement disorders.

Exploring challenging cases of Parkinson-Plus syndromes like Progressive Supranuclear Palsy and Corticobasal Syndrome, with emphasis on accurate diagnosis and management strategies. Discussing dysautonomia, multiple system atrophy, and differentiating MSA Parkinsonism from MSA Cerebellar types. Highlighting patient management for dysautonomia, orthostatic hypotension, and dementia with Lewy bodies in a comprehensive approach to neurology care.