Post by National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC)

Parkinson’s disease affects 150,000 Australians. While there is currently no cure, symptoms can be alleviated with medications. Leading a groundbreaking research project, Professor Hugh McDermott (previously at the University of Melbourne and The Bionics Institute) has developed the precision of deep brain stimulation for Parkinson's disease, positioning his team at the forefront of the field and revolutionising treatment for patients worldwide. Meet the researcher behind this deep brain stimulation in treating Parkinson’s disease? Read more in NHMRC’s 10 of the Best 17th Edition now on our website: https://ow.ly/OP2350YENHZ