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James Parkinson, MD, Orthopaedic Surgery, North Adams, MA

James R Parkinson MD

Hip & Knee Reconstructive Surgery, Orthopedic Sports Medicine


If I was the one who described Parkinson’s Disease I’d be more than 264 years old.

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  • Hospital AvenueBerkshire Orthopaedic AssociatesNorth Adams, MA 01247

  • Phone+1 413-664-5000

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Education & Training

  • University of Southampton, UK
    University of Southampton, UKMD, Fellow in Orthopaedics and Rehabilitation, 1982 - 1983
  • University of Rochester Medical Center
    University of Rochester Medical CenterResidency, Orthopaedic Surgery, 1979 - 1982
  • University of Rochester Medical Center
    University of Rochester Medical CenterResidency, Surgery, 1978 - 1979
  • University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry
    University of Rochester School of Medicine and DentistryClass of 1978
  • University of Massachusetts, Amherst
    University of Massachusetts, AmherstMS, Physiology, 1972 - 1973
  • Amherst College
    Amherst CollegeBA, Psychology/Chemistry, 1965 - 1969

Certifications & Licensure

  • MA State Medical License
    MA State Medical License 1982 - 2023
  • VT State Medical License
    VT State Medical License 1984 - 2018
  • NY State Medical License
    NY State Medical License 1978 - 1984

Awards, Honors, & Recognition

  • Golden Apple Award: Excellence in Teaching Albany Medical College Orthopaedic Residency, 2014-2015
  • Henry Butova Award: Contributions to Sports Medicine and Athletes National Football Foundation and College Hall of Fame, 2013
  • Senior Resident Award for Clinical Research Eastern Orthopaedic Association, 1982
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Publications & Presentations

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Press Mentions

  • World Parkinson's Day: Dry Cleaning Solvents, Air Pollution Linked to Increased Risk of Parkinson's, Expert Says
    World Parkinson's Day: Dry Cleaning Solvents, Air Pollution Linked to Increased Risk of Parkinson's, Expert SaysApril 11th, 2023
  • World Parkinson's Disease Day 2023: Is There a Cure for Parkinson’s Disease? Find Out
    World Parkinson's Disease Day 2023: Is There a Cure for Parkinson’s Disease? Find OutApril 11th, 2023
  • Parkinson’s Physician: Early Diagnosis and Exercise Are Key to Slowing Disease Progression
    Parkinson’s Physician: Early Diagnosis and Exercise Are Key to Slowing Disease ProgressionMarch 29th, 2023
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