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Ask the Expert: Young Onset Parkinson’s with Dr Wes Thevathasan

Online Session via Teams
Session
22 Jul 2026 (Wed) 5:30pm to 6:30pm
Join us for this Ask the Expert session with Dr Wes Thevathasan. We will explore diagnostic considerations in Young Onset Parkinson’s, including what diagnostic tests are considered, and how these are used to support diagnosis.

The session will also address initiating medication treatment and factors considered when commencing pharmacological treatment for someone newly diagnosed with Young Onset Parkinson’s. Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) will also be covered, including why and when DBS may be considered for people living with Young Onset Parkinson’s.


This event will be held on the Microsoft Teams platform.

  • You can register by selecting the Register Now button
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  • When you join the event, your camera and microphone will be turned off but you will be able to turn them on
  • You can contact us on (03) 8809 0400 or email [email protected]

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Please note: Fight Parkinson’s uses the phrase Parkinson’s rather than Parkinson’s Disease to reflect the community’s preference. Parkinson’s Disease is used only when necessary such as in medical, research or government contents, or in direct quotes.