Virtual school for brain surgery: does it help patients?

NCT ID NCT06436313

First seen Sep 30, 2025 · Last updated May 06, 2026 · Updated 28 times

Summary

This study looks at whether an online educational session can help people with Parkinson's disease who are considering deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery. The goal is to help patients and their families set realistic expectations about the surgery's benefits and risks. Sixty participants will take part in virtual group classes with experts and patient testimonials, and their knowledge, anxiety, and satisfaction will be measured.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Movement Disorders Centre - Toronto Western Hospital

    Toronto, Ontario, M5T 2S8, Canada

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