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Q&A With A Pediatric Geneticist, Kyle Flattery Feb 2018

Q&A With A Pediatric Geneticist, Kyle Flattery

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Dr. David Kronn discusses how he combines his training in pediatrics and genetics, how genetic diagnosis impacts medical practice in many fields, and how he adapts to rapid advances in genetics research and knowledge.


Partnering With The Patient, Catherine Loftus Feb 2018

Partnering With The Patient, Catherine Loftus

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Maddy is a child with a rare disease called Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood (AHC). Certain triggers like heat and stress cause her to become partially or totally paralyzed and experience painful neck spasms called dystonia. Her disease is so rare that little is known about it to this day. Further research would help improve the quality of life of Maddy and other children living with AHC. For more information or to find out how you can help, go to ahckids.org!