The James J. and Joan A. Gardner Family Center for Parkinson’s Disease and Movement Disorders at UC Health is internationally recognized for research-backed treatments. With 10,000 patient visits a year and active clinical trials, our team delivers tailored assessment and care for all types of movement disorders.
Neuroscience Institute
Parkinson’s Disease and Movement Disorders
The James J. and Joan A. Gardner Family Center for Parkinson’s Disease and Movement Disorders offers comprehensive assessment, tailored treatment, and research-backed therapies for all movement disorders—guided by an internationally recognized team committed to improving quality of life.
The Gardner Family Center
Internationally Recognized Care
The Gardner Family Center is internationally recognized for providing the latest research-backed treatments. Each year, we deliver care across nearly 10,000 patient visits and are staffed by eight award-winning physicians and two nurse practitioners.
The Gardner Family Center
Commitment to Research and Innovation
We conduct 25 clinical trials and actively initiate studies to bring new therapies to patients locally and globally. Our research focuses on neurodegenerative diseases and uses networks such as the Parkinson’s Study Group, Huntington Study Group and NeuroNEXT.
The Gardner Family Center
Huntington’s Disease Society of America (HDSA) Center of Excellence
The center is certified as an HDSA Center of Excellence by the Huntington’s Disease Society of America. The HDSA Centers of Excellence offer a multidisciplinary approach to Huntington’s disease care and research.
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Explore Parkinson's Disease Clinical Trials at UC Health
UC Health hosts ongoing research programs and clinical trials focused on Parkinson's Disease. See how you may benefit or participate in research advancing care locally and globally.
Explore Movement Disorders Clinical Trials at UC Health
UC Health hosts ongoing research programs and clinical trials focused on Movement Disorders. See how you may benefit or participate in research advancing care locally and globally.
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Find Classes and Wellness Events
Stay connected in-person and online through support groups, wellness events and educational sessions designed to empower patients and families living with Parkinson’s disease and movement disorders.
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Review billing policies, understand your insurance options and find support for questions about payment—all in one place, to make managing medical costs clearer and less stressful.
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Our team values collaboration. Referring providers can access our partnership toolbox and receive updates to ensure seamless continuity of care for each patient. Call for referral support.
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Our Specialties
Advanced Diagnostics, Multidisciplinary Care and Research-Backed Therapies
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Authoring Breakthroughs
Advancing Diagnosis, Treatment and Hope for Movement Disorders
Featured Benefit
Comprehensive Movement Disorders Care
Our Unique Approach
Trusted Care Backed by Experience
Our internationally recognized team provides compassionate, multidisciplinary care for every patient. We blend research, expertise and collaboration to deliver new therapies and hope, right when it matters most.
500+
Deep Brain Simulation (DBS) procedures performed
25
Clinical research opportunities
10,000
Patient visits each year
HDSA
Designated Center of Excellence for Huntington's disease care
The Multidisciplinary Benefit
Comprehensive Assessment and Tailored Treatment
Our center offers comprehensive assessment and personalized treatment for all types of movement disorders. Specialists in neuroscience and rehabilitation provide complete evaluations, using advanced diagnostic tools like gait assessment, neuroimaging and genetic testing to guide your care.
Research-Driven Innovations
Access to Active Clinical Trials
The Gardner Center leads and participates in clinical trials focused on neurodegenerative diseases like Parkinson’s disease and Huntington’s disease. We actively initiate studies to bring new therapies and treatments to patients both locally and globally.
Certified HDSA Center of Excellence
Nationally Designated Huntington’s Disease Expertise
The Gardner Center is certified as an HDSA Center of Excellence by the Huntington’s Disease Society of America, ensuring a multidisciplinary approach to Huntington’s disease care and research for every patient and their family.
Collaborative Academic Expertise
Leading the Region as an Academic Medical Center
UC Health is the region’s only adult academic medical center. Our internationally awarded doctors and multidisciplinary teams combine clinical care and research to advance movement disorder treatment and patient outcomes in Greater Cincinnati and beyond.
How to Contribute
Support Movement Disorders Research
Donations to the UC Health Foundation help advance research-backed care, clinical trials and education for patients facing Parkinson’s disease and other movement disorders at the Gardner Center.
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