"Those who fight Parkinson's with knowledge always find solutions."— Dr. Rana
Canadian Non-Profit Organization
Improving lives of those
living with Parkinson's
Who We Are
A foundation built on knowledge and trust
The Dr. Rana Parkinson's Foundation is a Canadian non-profit organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for People with Parkinson's and their caregivers by providing up-to-date education and practical strategies to manage the complexities of this condition.
Dr. A.Q. Rana, a senior Canadian neurologist, recognized that one of the greatest unmet needs in Parkinson's care was the absence of reliable, and accessible information. Too many patients turn to unauthentic sources, often worsening their condition as a result.
Driven by this gap, he founded an organization in 2005 that has since grown into a globally trusted resource, run by passionate volunteers who dedicate their time to the cause.
"One of the most unmet needs in Parkinson's care is the lack of proper, authentic information for patients and their families."
Dr. A.Q. Rana — Founder
What We Do
Other Areas of Focus
Patient Education
Providing clear, accurate information to people with Parkinson's so they can make informed decisions about their care and daily lives.
Caregiver Support
Equipping caregivers with strategies and resources to manage the emotional, physical, and logistical demands of supporting a loved one with Parkinson's.
Global Outreach
Educational brochures translated and distributed across the world, ensuring no community is left without access.
Our Founder
Dr. A.Q. Rana
Dr. A.Q. Rana
Neurologist · Founder
After completing his neurology residency training, Dr. Rana did a fellowship in Parkinson's disease and Movement Disorders from the University of Ottawa, Canada. He is currently Director of the Parkinson's Clinic of Eastern Toronto and Movement Disorders Centre in Scarborough, Toronto.
He is also the founder of the World Parkinson's Program, a Canadian charitable organization that provides free medications to Parkinson's patients around the world who are not able to afford them.
Dr. Rana has been honoured with the Wayne-Hening Award for his research and granted honorary FRCP from the Royal College of Physicians of United Kingdom. He is listed in both Who's Who in the World and the Leading Physicians of the World.
Publications
Authored & Edited Works
Dr. Rana has authored and edited a comprehensive body of work spanning neurological emergencies, movement disorders, and Parkinson's disease — accessible to both clinicians and the general public.
From Our Leadership
Message of the President
Zainab Rana
President, Dr. Rana Parkinson's Foundation
The ideology of our founder, "those who fight Parkinson's with knowledge always find solutions," is the central theme of our organization. Dr. Rana Parkinson's Foundation aims to empower people with the practical strategies which enable them to manage the debilitating complications of Parkinson's.
Foundation Ambassadors
Get In Touch
We're here to help
Address
2680 Lawrence Ave. E., Suite 111
Toronto, ON M1P 4Y4, Canada
Clinic
Parkinson's Clinic of Eastern Toronto
Movement Disorders Centre, Scarborough
Global Program
World Parkinson's Program
Free medications for patients worldwide