PSCNN Chair & Co-Founder

Dr. Mindy Lokshin is a former family physician with multiple family members with Parkinson's disease.  Together with an all-volunteer board, she co-founded the Parkinson Support Center of Northern Nevada in 2021 to meet the needs of the Parkinson's community.

PSCNN Treasurer

Connie is a long-time Truckee/Reno resident, graduate of UNR, and has been a CPA for more than 25 years working with non-profit organizations. She has been the Treasurer for PSCNN since its inception.

PSCNN Board Member

I’ve learned to navigate the transitions that are required to continue living a successful life with Parkinson’s. I particularly relate to those recently diagnosed with Young Onset Parkinson’s. My goal is to help them process the changes in their life.

PSCNN Advisory Board

Leticia Alvizo, MS, CCC-SLP is a dedicated speech-language pathologist specializing in treating individuals with Parkinson’s disease. With a deep understanding of the challenges this condition presents, Leticia is committed to helping her clients maintain and regain essential communication, cognitive, and swallowing skills.

PSCNN Vice-Chair & Co-Founder

In 2016 Nicole was asked to work at the VA in their American Parkinson’s Disease Association (APDA) Information & Referral Center as the Coordinator. Throwing herself into Parkinson’s disease work, she met with and assisted the northern Nevada PD community.

PSCNN Board Member

Sarah was diagnosed with Parkinsons in 2017. She finds exercise and group support keep her attitude and health strong. Her fight includes Rock Steady Boxing of Northern Nevada, monthly lunches, and bowling.

PSCNN Board Member

My husband – Dave Parker - was diagnosed with Parkinson’s in 2017. I retired shortly thereafter and have been focusing my attention on providing the best care I can. We have learned so much about how to best manage this through PSCNN.

PSCNN Advisory Board

Dr. Katie Nathan, PT, DPT, NCS, is a physical therapist specializing in neurologic care with a passion for empowering individuals with Parkinson’s to live vibrant, confident, and active lives. She earned her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from the University of Southern California in 2016 and is a Board-Certified Neurologic Clinical Specialist.

PSCNN Secretary

I am currently retired after 40+ years as an IT professional. I joined PSCNN to learn about Parkinson’s Disease, and to be able to help support the Parkinson’s community in Northern Nevada after our son-in-law was diagnosed with early onset Parkinson’s.

PSCNN Board Member

Anne M. Pott is a gerontologist, social worker and certified dementia practitioner. She has worked with adults living with traumatic brain injury and physical, intellectual and cognitive challenges in multiple states.

PSCNN Board Member

Dorene is retired after working for the Nevada Attorney General to develop programs to support vicitims of domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking. She also developed training programs addressing abuse against elderly and vulnerable adults.

PSCNN Advisory Board

Dr. Danny Truong is a board-certified neurologist specializing in movement disorders and general neurology. He provides expert care in conditions like Parkinson’s disease and essential tremor, with advanced skills in deep brain stimulation (DBS) programming and botulinum toxin injections for migraines, spasticity, dystonia, and hemifacial spasm.