Patient Stories

“Before deep brain stimulation, I was either feeling my symptoms or I was dyskinetic. Now, my symptoms are so well controlled I wake up every morning and don’t have to think about Parkinson’s.”

“Cleveland Clinic is the best in regard to treating you like a person, not a number.”

“There’s a lot of gratitude — for my care team and the advancements that made this transplant possible, and for the donor and their family who gave me this second chance. I carry that with me every day.”