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Research and Care: Congenital Muscular Dystrophy (CMD)
April 7th, 2026
3:00 - 4:00 pm ET
Live, Virtual Webinar
Join MDA for a powerful and informative webinar focused on advances in research, care, and quality of life for individuals living with congenital muscular dystrophy (CMD). Whether you're a patient, caregiver, family member, clinician, or advocate, this webinar will offer valuable insights, practical resources, and the latest updates in the field.
What We’ll Cover:
- Latest research advances in congenital muscular dystrophy and what they may mean for individuals and families
- Current approaches to care and management across different life stages
- Emerging therapies, resources, and support strategies to help improve quality of life for individuals with CMD and their caregivers
- Live Q&A with Dr. Peter Kang
Meet Our Presenter:
Peter B. Kang, MD, FAAN, FAAP - Director of the Greg Marzolf Jr. Muscular Dystrophy Center
Dr. Kang is a professor and pediatric neuromuscular neurologist . He acts as the Vice Chair of Research and Director of the Greg Marzolf Jr. Muscular Dystrophy Center at the University of Minnesota. He is a physician-scientist who studies the genetics of muscular dystrophy and mechanisms of rare muscle diseases.
Not available to join live on April 7, 2026? 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
Greg Marzolf Jr. Muscular Dystrophy Center
