At Rock Steady Boxing in Melbourne, Florida, Burrell College first-year student doctor, Mark-Joseph Velasquez, volunteers to work with individuals diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease. Rock Steady Boxing provides an evidence-based exercise curriculum that is specifically designed to impact the symptoms and slow the progression of the disease.
At Rock Steady Boxing, Velasquez sees how his volunteer work will prepare him for his future as a physician. “This is where I can further hone in on and appreciate those one-on-one interactions with patients,” says Velasquez. Driven by his background in mixed martial arts, Velasquez uses his passion to help individuals fight Parkinson’s, give back to his community, and become a better medical student through his experience.
Watch the full video to learn more about how Velasquez and Rock Steady Boxing help individuals fight back against Parkinson’s disease.
Learn more about Rock Steady Boxing in Melbourne, Florida by following their link below: https://rocksteadyboxingbrevard.org/
