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Spotlight On: Pompe Disease
June 29th, 2026
4:30 - 5:30pm ET
Live, Virtual Webinar
Join us for a comprehensive learning series focused on Pompe disease. This series will cover the latest research developments, treatment strategies, and supportive care options for those living with Pompe.
Featuring leading neurologists, researchers, and patient advocates, this learning series will provide a comprehensive overview of:
- The current treatment landscape for Pompe disease
- Strategies to support quality of life and multidisciplinary care in Pompe disease
- How to navigate life with Pompe disease
Whether you're a person living with a neuromuscular disease, a caregiver, family member, or simply interested in learning more, this learning series will offer valuable information and a space to connect with others in the neuromuscular community.
Meet our presenter:
Tahseen Mozaffar, MD, FAAN
University of California, Irvine
Dr. Mozaffar is Professor of Neurology and Pathology & Laboratory Medicine at the University of California, Irvine, where he previously served as Founding Director of the Division of Neuromuscular Disorders. He is Associate Director of UCI's Clinical and Translational Science Award (CTSA) program and leads several NIH-funded research initiatives, including INSPIRE-IBM, a multicenter natural history study in sporadic inclusion body myositis.
After earning his medical degree from Aga Khan University in Karachi, Pakistan, Dr. Mozaffar completed neurology and neuromuscular training at Washington University in St. Louis. Since joining UC Irvine in 2000, he has built an internationally recognized clinical and research program focused on neuromuscular disorders.
A leader in clinical and translational research, Dr. Mozaffar serves as principal investigator on numerous clinical trials in myasthenia gravis, immune myopathies, and rare neuromuscular diseases. He has authored more than 250 peer-reviewed publications and is a sought-after advisor on clinical trial design and therapeutic development. He also directs the annual UC Irvine Neuromuscular Colloquium and founded the Neuromuscular Pathology Colloquium.
Register now to reserve your spot and be part of the conversation bringing knowledge, resources, and support to the Pompe community.
Not available to join live on June 29th? Register to receive an email when the series is available to view on-demand.
If you have questions about this or other MDA programs, please contact the MDA Resource Center at 1-833-ASK-MDA1 (275-6321) or ResourceCenter@mdausa.org.
University of California, Irvine
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