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MDA Research & Care Webinar: Mitochondrial Myopathy

June 26th, 2025
4:00pm EST
Live, Virtual Webinar

Join us for an up-to-date and engaging webinar focused on Mitochondrial myopathy. Whether you're a patient, caregiver, or advocate, this webinar will offer valuable insights, resources, and support.

What We’ll Cover:

  • Information on the mechanisms and progression of Mitochondrial myopathy
  • Care and symptom management options, including screening and monitoring recommendations
  • Strategies to help patients discuss care and symptom management options with their healthcare provider.
  • Update on the status of research and clinical trials in Mitochondrial myopathy
  • Live Q&A with Dr. Michio Hirano

Meet Our Presenter:
Michio Hirano, MD
Dr. Hirano is the Chief of the Neuromuscular Medicine Division at Columbia University Department of Neurology. He serves as the Director of the MDA Clinic at Columbia University Irving Medical Center (CUIMC) and Director of the H. Houston Merritt Center for Muscular Dystrophy and Related Diseases.

Who Should Attend?
This webinar is ideal for:

  • Individuals living with Mitochondrial myopathy
  • Family members and caregivers
  • Anyone seeking to learn more or stay updated on developments in the field

Why Attend?
Get reliable, up-to-date information in an accessible format—plus a chance to ask your questions directly to a key opinion leader in Mitochondrial myopathy research.

Reserve Your Spot Today – It's Free!
Click below to register and receive your access link and reminders.

Register

Not available to join live on June 26th? Register to receive an email when the webinar is available to view on-demand.

If you have questions about this webinar or other MDA programs, please contact the MDA Resource Center at 1-833-ASK-MDA1 (275-6321) or ResourceCenter@mdausa.org.

Attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions during the live Q&A.

There is no cost to MDA community members or healthcare providers to attend the event, but registration is required.

Unable to attend on June 26th? This webinar will be recorded for on-demand viewing. Please continue with registering even if you cannot attend to ensure you receive an email with the link to the recording. The recording will be available approximately 3-4 weeks after the live program.

If you have questions about this webinar or other Community Education programs, please reach out to the MDA Resource Center at 1-833-ASK-MDA1 (275-6321) or ResourceCenter@mdausa.org.

Members of the biopharma industry interested in sponsoring or attending should contact the MDA Healthcare Partnerships team at MDAPartners@mdausa.org.

Faculty: 
Michio Hirano, MD headshot
Michio Hirano, MD
Chief of the Neuromuscular Medicine Division at Columbia University Department of Neurology

Thank you to our supporter:

UCB Community Health Fund