Misdiagnosed: Is It Parkinson Disease or Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus? Health Science Podcast Ep. 5

An older adult is shuffling, forgetful, and newly incontinent—Parkinson Disease? Alzheimer’s? Or something surprisingly treatable? In this eye-opening episode, host Dr. Arvie Vitente and co-host Dr. Colleen Krambeck sit down with DPT student Ingrid Soare to dissect Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus (NPH)—a commonly misdiagnosed condition hiding in plain sight. Using the ICF model, we trace the patient story from white matter compression to functional loss, then explore the neuroanatomy, pathophysiology, and clinical red flags that distinguish NPH from its neurodegenerative lookalikes. Learn how comparison charts, visual learning tools, and AI-powered study prompts sharpen diagnostic reasoning. If you’ve ever wondered how to spot the right diagnosis at the right time, this is the episode that connects the dots—and challenges assumptions.The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speaker’s own and do not represent the views, thoughts, and opinions of Lewis University. The material and information presented here is for general information purposes only. The Lewis University name and all forms and abbreviations are the property of its owner, and its use does not imply endorsement of or opposition to any specific organization, product, or service. This podcast was produced in the WLRA Podcast Studios at Lewis University. Visit www.lewisu.edu for more information about Lewis University.This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider regarding any medical concerns.