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Join us for the First Empowerment Summit
"More Than A Mountain"
Live presentation from the people with Parkinson's and Multiple Sclerosis that took the challenge of a lifetime to climb Mt. Kilimanjaro. |  | |
Save the Date
May 11, 2013
Pictured above is PD climber Nathan on the summit of Mt. Kilimanjaro.
This event is brought to you by the Movement & Neuroperformance Center
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499 E Hampden Ave
Suite 250
Englewood, CO 80113
303-781-0511
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Greetings!
Greetings from Colorado's Movement & Neuroperformance Center
Empathic Care. Empowered Patient. Mindful Healing.
Finding the best fit for your care can be daunting, especially when living with a progressive condition. Throughout the year we will dedicate a portion of our newsletter to our staff so you can learn about their interests, expertise, philosophy and commitment to providing the best possible care. Below, we introduce Dr. Giroux, our medical director and CEO.
Our staff work hard to provide not only the best services but also innovative education and support programs for the community. Take a moment to learn about these special events.
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| Medical Expert & Compassionate Doctor |
 To get to know Dr. Giroux a little better, we have summarized some of her accomplishments that illustrate her commitment to helping patients live their best.
To become a sub-specialist, Dr. Giroux completed additional medical training that included a two-year fellowship from experts in the field of movement disorders. In fact, she is the only physician in the US to complete fellowship training in both movement disorders and Integrative Medicine. Care from a trained expert provides you with the highest quality care and the best that medicine has to offer to manage your condition over your life-time. In addition to expert care, Dr. Giroux believes strongly in patient-centered compassionate care and the power of the mind to heal, live better and stronger. You can learn more about the mind-body connection, brain health and well-being at the Mind-body workshop on March 16th.
"Patient-centered care with compassion and empathy is not just our philosophy of care, it is how we conduct our clinic- every day for every patient."
Dr. Giroux is on medical staff at Swedish Hospital in Englewood Colorado, an integral physician of the Swedish DBS team and member of the Colorado Neurological Institute.
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| Deep Brain Stimulation Expert |  Bringing world class DBS care to Colorado Dr. Giroux's experience in DBS started during her fellowship in 1996. Her expertise in DBS and movement disorders brought an opportunity for her to direct the outpatient movement disorders department at the Cleveland Clinic working alongside renown leaders in DBS surgery, research and care. Offering world class care to patients that undergo DBS surgery is a primary focus in our clinic that is adjacent to Swedish Medical Center in Englewood Colorado. Learn more about the DBS services at the Center and previous DBS seminar about life after DBS. |
| Innovation and Technology |  Master BloggerDr. Giroux's commitment and contribution to patients and improving treatment outcomes extends over a decade bringing high quality care and education for the Parkinson's and movement disorders. She serves as the medical director for the Northwest Parkinson's Foundation (NWPF) and is founder of their online wellness center now in its 3rd year. Dr. Giroux brings this commitment and talent to Colorado. Her patient care blog blog has an extensive world-wide following. Read the latest article of the top 5 posts of 2012. The latest in Rehab Innovation at the Center  Dr. Giroux believes that exercise, motivation and personal empowerment are important components of optimal care. She has dedicated a large portion of the center to fitness and physical therapy and invests in the latest rehabilitation equipment for her patients.Some of our most unique equipment includes the NuStep cross-trainer for individuals with balance and walking problems and is well-adapted for people with neurological conditions and spinal cord injury to improve strength, flexibility and cardio fitness.  The Biodex Balance System performs advanced balance assessments and training and is frequently used as part of our pre-surgical evaluation for deep brain stimulation. |
| Author |  Publications inspire hope and courage
Dr. Giroux is co-author of two books that serve to empower her patients to live their very best. The Every Victory CountsŪ Program published by the Davis Phinney Foundation in 2009 and recent second edition in 2012 continues to educate, inspire hope and provide valuable tools for individuals to live your best with PD. Hear about this program from Dr. Giroux.
 More Than a Mountain novel is a compilation of stories of inspiration and courage told by 19 people with Multiple Sclerosis and Parkinson's, their companions and medical team as they climbed to the top of Mt Kilimanjaro in Africa. Dr. Giroux and Sierra Farris served as medical support and observed first hand the power of determination, courage and positive thinking. Save the date- Journey to the top of Everest and Kilimanjaro on May 11th as we present this story as part of our annual Empowerment summit on May 11th. See our events page for more details. |
| Community Partnerships | Building a national presence
Dr. Giroux collaborates with national and local leaders in movement disorders. Dr. Giroux has long-standing relationships with many organizations to bring her patient-centered and holistic approach to care for the communities that serve patients, families as well as educating medical professionals about her comprehensive style of care. The following is a list of the organizations that Dr. Giroux collaborates now for many years.
- Northwest Parkinson's Foundation (Medical Director & board member)
- Progressive Health Center (board member)
- Davis Phinney Foundation (author)
- National Parkinson Foundation (Medical Director Allied Team Training and comprehensive Care Consortium leader)
- Michael J. Fox Foundation (Contributor Ask the Expert)
- Parkinson's Disease Foundation (education)
- International Essential Tremor Foundation (Collaborating Support Group Leader and collaborative author)
- World Parkinson's Congress (Presenter & Pre-conference Committee Member- Integrative and Alternative Therapies)
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| Patient Empowerment | Kilimanjaro
Dr. Giroux extends her compassion beyond clinical care by supporting and encouraging individuals with neurological conditions to realize life-long dreams and goals that seem out of reach. Dr. Giroux, using her mountaineering skills, accompanied a team of individuals with Parkinson's and Multiple Sclerosis to tackle Africa's highest peak. See the amazing adventure unfold in a series of photos and video on
the Center website. This philosophy is embraced by Dr. Giroux and the center staff that the power of the mind expands our abilities and redefines ourselves- not by a label or disease- but by who we are as people. Experience the beauty of Africa and be inspired to find your own summit at our first Empowerment Summit on May 11th.
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We hope you enjoy reading more about our team and philosophy of care. On behalf of the Movement & Neuroperformance Center of Colorado and our staff, we hope this new year brings you peace, happiness and a sense of empowerment.
Sincerely,
Dr. Monique Giroux
Medical Director and Co-Founder
Movement & Neuroperformance Center of Colorado
Sierra Farris, MA, MPAS, PA-C
Director Deep Brain Stimulation Services
and Neuroperformance Programs
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