Join us for a special education month focused on Deep Brain Stimulation, DBS, during April of 2026. We will explore advanced treatment options for people with Parkinsons including DBS and Focused Ultrasound.
Understanding Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) and Focused Ultrasound for PD
When: Friday, April 3, 10:30am – 11:30am
Presented by Dr. Matthew Mian, MD
Dr. Matthew Mian is a board-certified neurosurgeon with CarePoint Neurosurgery in Denver, Colorado, and serves as the Director of Functional Neurosurgery at Swedish Medical Center. He specializes in advanced surgical treatments for movement disorders, with a focus on improving quality of life for patients living with Parkinson’s disease and other neurologic conditions. To learn more, please visit mian-neurosurgery.com.
In this educational session, Dr. Mian will discuss advanced surgical options for Parkinson’s disease, including Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) and Focused Ultrasound. He will explain how these therapies work, which symptoms they can help address, and how patients are evaluated to determine the most appropriate treatment. The session will also cover the presurgical work-up, what to expect during the procedure, and recovery after surgery—helping patients and caregivers better understand today’s treatment options.
Learners can expect to understand:
- How DBS and Focused Ultrasound work
- Which symptoms they address
- What to expect before, during and after surgery
Understanding Deep Brain Stimulation: What Patients Can Expect
When: Wednesday, April 15, 12:00pm – 1:00pm
Presented by Dr. Meagen Salinas, MD
Dr. Salinas is a Movement Disorder Specialist at Rocky Mountain Movement Disorders Center in Englewood, CO. She specializes in the medical management of Parkinson’s Disease and works closely with patients before and after Deep Brain Stimulation to optimize outcomes and long term care. To learn more about Dr. Salinas, please visit movementdisorderscenter.org
In this educational session, Dr. Salinas will provide an overview of Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS), including what it is and which patients may be good candidates for this therapy. She will discuss the symptoms DBS can help manage, the ideal timing for treatment, and the overall goals of therapy. Dr. Salinas will also guide attendees through the DBS journey—from initial programming and medication adjustments to long‑term management.
Learners can expect to understand:
- Who is an ideal candidate for DBS
- The ideal timing for DBS
- Initial programming and medication adjustments to long‑term management
Speakers
Dr. Matthew Mian, MD
Director of Functional Neurosurgery
Swedish Medical Center
Dr. Meagan Salinas, MD
Rocky Mountain Movement Disorders Center
