Canadian Non-Profit Organization · Est. Toronto
We provide trusted education, evidence-based strategies, and compassionate support for people with Parkinson's and the caregivers who stand beside them.
Who We Are
The Dr. Rana Parkinson Foundation is a Canadian non-profit dedicated to improving the quality of life for People with Parkinson's and their caregivers — providing up-to-date education and practical strategies to manage the complexities of this condition.
Dr. A.Q. Rana, a world-renowned Canadian neurologist, recognized that one of the greatest unmet needs in Parkinson's care was the absence of reliable, accessible information. Too many patients turned to unauthentic sources, often worsening their condition as a result.
Driven by this gap, he founded an organization 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
Providing clear, medically accurate information to people with Parkinson's so they can make informed decisions about their care and daily lives.
Equipping caregivers with strategies and resources to manage the emotional, physical, and logistical demands of supporting a loved one with Parkinson's.
Educational brochures translated into over 20 languages and distributed across more than 50 countries, ensuring no community is left without access.
Our Founder
Dr. A.Q. Rana
Neurologist · Founder
Dr. Rana completed 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 the founder of the World Parkinson's Program, a Canadian charitable organization that provides free medications and supportive services to Parkinson's patients globally. He is also founder and former editor-in-chief of the Journal of Parkinsonism and Restless Legs Syndrome, published by Dove Press.
Dr. Rana has been honoured with the Wayne-Hening Award for his research and holds honorary FRCP status from the Royal College of Physicians of the United Kingdom. He is listed in both Who's Who in the World and the Leading Physicians of the World.
Publications
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.
Our People
President, Dr. Rana Parkinson Foundation
Dr. Sarfaraz completed her medical education (MBBS) and leads the foundation with deep commitment to the neuroscience of Parkinson's disease. Having conducted research during her medical studies, she combines academic rigor with active community service — driving the foundation to new heights of impact.
Foundation Ambassadors
Get In Touch
Address
2060 Ellesmere Rd
Scarborough, ON M1H 2V6, Canada
Clinic
Parkinson's Clinic of Eastern Toronto
Movement Disorders Centre, Scarborough
Global Program
World Parkinson's Program
Free medications for patients worldwide