Program

Executive Summary：
Dr. Chiang graduated from Taipei Medical University and received her neurology residency training at Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Linkou branch. She became an attending neurologist in the Neurology Department of Taipei Tzu Chi General Hospital and later changed gears to Taipei Veterans General Hospital in 2018. She was trained as a movement disorders clinical fellow in the Movement Disorder Unit of Westmead Hospital, Australia, with Prof. Victor Fung from 2014 to 2015. After returning from Sydney, she went on to pursue her master’s degree at National Taiwan University with Prof. Chin-Hsien Lin.

Lecture Abstract：
Gastrointestinal (GI) symptoms are among the most common non-motor features in Parkinson’s disease (PD). They range from drooling, dysphagia, and gastroparesis to constipation and defecatory dysfunction. These symptoms often precede motor signs, reduce quality of life, and interfere with drug absorption. This presentation will provide a concise overview of the recognition and management of GI symptoms in PD, including dietary advice, pharmacological strategies, and supportive interventions. Emphasis will be placed on practical approaches that can be applied in routine clinical care to improve patient outcomes.