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Welcome to the Parkinson's Disease Research Education and Clinical Center
(PADRECC) Southeast at VAMC Richmond
 In 2001, the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) created six Parkinson’s Disease Research, Education and Clinical Centers (PADRECC) in an effort to improve care for veterans suffering from Parkinson’s disease and to pursue a cure for this condition. The centers are located in Philadelphia, Richmond, Houston, Portland, San Francisco and West Los Angeles.
The Hunter Holmes McGuire VA Medical Center in Richmond, VA is home to the PADRECC for the southeastern region of the United States. Veterans who have received an honorable discharge from any branch of the United States armed forces and who have served on active duty either during wartime or peacetime are eligible to receive PADRECC services.
The PADRECC offers a variety of patient care services and research opportunities for veterans who have been previously diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease or related disorders or have just started to notice symptoms. Veterans have access to innovative strategies and treatment interventions to improve functional ability and life satisfaction as well as opportunities to participate in cutting edge research intended to lead to more effective treatments and ultimately a cure for Parkinson’s disease. In collaboration with Virginia Commonwealth University Health System, participation in PADRECC clinical research is also available to non-veterans with Parkinson’s disease.
Other PADRECC services include but are not limited to multidisciplinary assessment and treatment, clinical trials, physician consultation, medical management, surgical interventions, neuropsychological services, physical and occupational therapy, speech therapy, nursing services, telemedicine, caregiver resources, educational materials, community education programs, patient and family programs, support groups and programs to educate medical professionals.
To learn more about the PADRECC program or to make an appointmentcall (800) 784-8381 ext. 5931.
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