Care and Connection That Matter

MDA Engage CMT Symposium

Saturday, October 27th, 2018
Registration and Breakfast: 8:00am – 9:00am
Event: 9:00am – 4:00pm (lunch included)
Event Chair: Dr. Michael Shy, Neurologist, University of Iowa

Event Location:
Coralville Marriott Hotel & Conference Center
300 E 9th St, Coralville, IA 52241

There is no cost to attend the event, however, registration is required.  
Register by October 19th at https://www.etouches.com/cmt2018

Keynote Address:

• Clinical Presentation and Disease Course in CMT
  • Dr. Michael Shy, Neurologist, University of Iowa

Covered Topics Include:

• Interpreting Genetic Testing in CMT
  • Dr. Stephan Zuchner, Professor and Chair, Dept of Human Genetics, University of Miami
• Treatment Approaches in CMT
  • Dr. Steven Scherer, Chief, Neuromuscular Division, Penn Neuroscience Center
• Research Updates in CMT
  • John Svaren, PhD, University of Wisconsin
• Genetic Counseling Considerations
  • Shawna Feely, Tiffany Grider, Janel Phetteplace / Genetic Counselors at University of Iowa
• Becoming Your Own Best Advocate
  • Patient Panel

Discount Hotel Rooms available at the Coralville Marriott Hotel:

• Available the evening of 10/26
• Room rate of $115 for a standard king or double room
• To make a reservation, guests should call 1-800-228-9290 (local number is 319-688-4000) and request a room under “MDA – CMT National Conference”.  The room rate is good for reservations made before Oct. 25th. 

For questions reach out to: mdaengage@mdausa.org | 1-833-ASK-MDA1 (1-833-275-6321)