February 20, 2025 – Parkinson’s Disease Neuromodulation Study Begins and more news…

Published: February 20, 2025

February 20, 2025

Parkinson’s Disease Neuromodulation Study Begins at the University of British Columbia

Researchers are testing the use of low-powered focused ultrasound in a region of the brain called the zona incerta in patients with Parkinson’s.
The 20-patient study is seeking to compare tremor reduction between this new target and the FDA-approved target.

Columbia University Designated a Focused Ultrasound Center of Excellence

Columbia University has pioneered the use of focused ultrasound to treat Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, brain tumors, pain, and breast cancer.
The site is the 7th Center of Excellence in the US and the 14th worldwide.

Podcast: The Power of Focused Ultrasound

Suzanne LeBlang, MD, a neuroradiologist and the Foundation’s director of clinical relationships, shares how focused ultrasound is reshaping the future of medicine.
An early adopter of the technology, Dr. LeBlang was the first physician in the US to perform a commercial treatment for uterine fibroids.

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Investigator Profile: Lynn Dengel, MD

Dr. Dengel is a surgical oncologist who is investigating the intersection of focused ultrasound and immunotherapies.
Learn more about her current clinical work in melanoma and breast cancer and what’s next.

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ARPA-H Update: Respond to Device Reimbursement Survey, Hear About Two Funded Focused Ultrasound Projects

ARPA-H is seeking input through tomorrow, February 21, about specific challenges facing medical devices seeking reimbursement.
Two unique therapeutic ultrasound projects were recently funded by ARPA-H.

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Focused Ultrasound in Ambulatory Surgical Centers: Guidance for Manufacturers

Focused ultrasound procedures could be performed in ambulatory surgical centers (ASCs) because of their noninvasive nature.
This blog post explains how payment rates are calculated in ASCs and outlines some key considerations.

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“The patient got off the table and said, ‘When can I go to work?’ We were sitting there with our mouth agape. This is incredible.”

‒ Suzanne LeBlang, MD, recalls treating her first uterine fibroid patient with focused ultrasound

February 20, 2025 – Parkinson’s Disease Neuromodulation Study Begins and more news…

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