The Parkinson expert center provides care for patients with Parkinson's disease and other parkinsonian syndromes, thanks to a team made up of a nurse coordinator, several neurologists, a psychologist specializing in neuro-psychology, a a speech therapist, a clinical research associate, and in conjunction with other stakeholders (pharmacist, re-educators, physiotherapists, nutritionists, dietician, liberals, etc.) . This care is provided through consultations, including botulinum toxin injection consultations, or during hospitalizations. The other missions of the CEP are:
- to provide expertise on more complex cases (second opinion consultation and regional diagnostic meeting) in order to discuss the indication and implementation of second-line treatments;
- to offer therapeutic education;
- to participate in the continuing education of professionals in the region;
- to be in contact with patient associations
- to participate in clinical research. The CEP works in a network with the 25 other CEPs in France thanks to the national meetings of the CEPs , and thanks to the NS'Park network for clinical research.
