The Dystonia Patient: A Guide to Practical Management

Okun has truly given much thought to the total concept of “holistic,” “gestalt” care for these patients when writing this guide. It is quite obvious that the information, provided in a positive, easy-to-read approach, has been thoroughly researched in collaboration with other healthcare providers. I highly applaud the author, a practicing physician specializing in movement disorders, for recognizing the needs and the care required by these patients.

I highly recommend this book for nursing and medical students, newly practicing neurologists including those ready to enter the arena of movement disorders. The book is an absolute necessity in the office- libraries of all those providing care to the unique Dystonia Patient, as well as organizations providing support to patients and their families. A true Gem of a Read for all!” — Beka Serdans, RN, MS, NP, Founder, care4dystonia.org–Beka Serdans, RN, MS, NP”care4dystonia.org” (05/03/2010)

Michael S. Okun, MD, is Adelaide Lackner Associate Professor and the current National Medical Director of the National Parkinson Foundation. He is the Co-Director of the Movement Disorders Center located within the McKnight Brain Institute and the University of Florida College of Medicine.