Ebook: Parkinson Disease: A Health Policy Perspective

Part of the successful Institute of Health Economics (IHE) book series, this handbook and ready reference adopts a unique approach in combining policy recommendations with specific treatment options for Parkinson patients.
The first part of the book deals with the clinical medical, social and economical aspects of Parkinson Disease. These ten chapters include the latest diagnosis and treatment options for patients, the economical consequences, social and ethical implications and end-of life issues. The second part of the book essentially covers a large-scale case study on Parkinson in Alberta, Canada, since most of the issues discussed are relevant in all developed countries.
With its strong focus on correct diagnosis and early intervention, this is an invaluable guide for clinicians and policymakers dealing with this devastating disease.
Content:
Chapter 1 Parkinson Disease (pages 1–7): Ray Williams
Chapter 2 Clinical Features of Parkinson Disease (pages 9–20): Prof. Dr. Wayne Martin
Chapter 3 Current Approaches to the Management of Parkinson Disease (pages 21–46): Prof. Dr. Wayne Martin and Marguerite Wieler
Chapter 4 Treatment of Non?Motor Symptoms of Parkinson Disease (pages 47–61): Ranjit Ranawaya and Oksana Suchowersky
Chapter 5 Palliative Care and End?of?Life Issues with Parkinson Disease (pages 63–73): Lorelei Derwent, Karen Hunka and Prof. Dr. Oksana Suchowersky
Chapter 6 Natural Health Products in Parkinson Disease (pages 75–106): Cheryl Sadowski and Shirley Heschuk
Chapter 7 Can the Art of Medicine use Arts as Medicine? A Personal Perspective (pages 107–119): Joyce Pinckney
Chapter 8 The Costs of Parkinson Disease (pages 121–137): Arto Ohinmaa
Chapter 9 A Literature Summary on Parkinson Disease (pages 139–173): Paula Corabian and Liz Dennett
Chapter 10 Highlights of Current Research in Parkinson Disease (pages 175–190): Prof. Dr. Wayne Martin and Bin Hu
Chapter 11 The Incidence and Prevalence of Parkinson Disease in Alberta (pages 191–211): Lawrence W. Svenson and Nikolaos W. Yiannakoulias
Chapter 12 Knowledge, Service Access, and the Needs of Individuals Living with Parkinson Disease: The Alberta Case (pages 213–248): Dr. Katharina Kovacs Burns
Chapter 13 Caregivers of Persons with Parkinson Disease: Experiences and Perspectives (pages 249–271): Dr. Katharina Kovacs Burns
Chapter 14 Health?Related Quality of Life in Parkinson Disease: An Introduction to Concepts and Measures (pages 273–292): Marguerite Wieler and Allyson Jones
Chapter 15 Measuring Health?Related Quality of Life in PD: How Does It Compare to the Canadian General Population? (pages 293–303): Allyson Jones and Sheri L. Pohar
Chapter 16 Policy Considerations for Alberta (pages 305–309): Dr. Katharina Kovacs Burns, Prof. Egon Jonsson, Prof. Dr. Oksana Suchowersky, Prof. Dr. Wayne Martin, Bin Hu and John Petryshen