Join us Tuesday, October 15, from 4–5:30 pm ET for an MDA webinar on Independent Living with Shannon Wood, MDA’s Director of Disability Policy, and Amber Bosselman, Certified Disability Life Coach. Learn about tenants' rights, housing accessibility, advocacy efforts, and resources for independent living. Register for free today here: https://lnkd.in/eddx2gfK
Muscular Dystrophy Association
Non-profit Organizations
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Faster breakthroughs, Stronger futures.
About us
If you’re seeking to start or advance your career with a purpose, Muscular Dystrophy Association is an employer that will enable you to thrive. The Muscular Dystrophy Association is the #1 voluntary health organization in the United States for people living with muscular dystrophy, ALS, and related neuromuscular diseases. For over 70 years, MDA has led the way in accelerating research, advancing care, and advocating for the support of our families. Our mission is to empower the people we serve to live longer, more independent lives. #MDA #MuscularDystrophy #ALS #neuromuscuar. Apply now.
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External link for Muscular Dystrophy Association
- Industry
- Non-profit Organizations
- Company size
- 51-200 employees
- Headquarters
- Chicago, Illinois
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1950
- Specialties
- health, healthcare services, ALS research, care, advocacy, muscular dystrophy research, care, advocacy, disability inclusion advocacy, MDA Summer Camp, MDA Care Center Network, MDA Advocacy, Neuromuscular diseases, research, care, advocacy, and community and professional medical education
Locations
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Primary
1016 W Jackson Blvd
1073
Chicago, Illinois 60607, US
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Employees at Muscular Dystrophy Association
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Ankur Ghia
Senior Partner - Global Leader in Digital Transformations and Cloud Strategy
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Autumn Hume
National Account Director, Healthcare Partnerships at Muscular Dystrophy Association
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Marshall ("Mark") Smith, NACD.DC
Senior Executive Leader | Operations | Board Governance | Corporate Finance | Strategic Planning | M&A | IPO | Restructuring | Turnaround
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Pamela Norfleet
Accounts Payable/Account Receivables Manager at Bank Administration Institute
Updates
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Muscular Dystrophy Association reposted this
🔊The countdown to #ASGCTBreakthroughs24 is on!🔊 TEN DAYS until early registration rates expire for Breakthroughs in Muscular Dystrophy, our inaugural hybrid event with the Muscular Dystrophy Association! Secure your registration today to get the best rates for this event Nov. 19-20 in Chicago and virtually! You won't want to miss the opportunity to explore the latest research on #genetherapy and #celltherapy treatments for various forms of #musculardystrophy. https://lnkd.in/gScKs6ZS
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🗓 Mark your calendar for Wednesday, October 16 at 7pm ET for MDA Advocacy Institute – Disability and Democracy: The Voting Experience. 🗳 Join us for a nonpartisan discussion on challenges the neuromuscular and disability communities face when voting and learn more about how you can Access the Vote. Share your stories, brainstorm solutions, and find support. Together, we can make voting more accessible for all. The event will be moderated by Shaun Hill, Manager of Public Policy & Advocacy at Muscular Dystrophy Association with Ohio disability voting rights advocate Jennifer Kucera and Monica Wiley, DEI Certified from the new movie "Accessing Democracy." Register here: https://lnkd.in/eTbW7wSS Don't forget to Access the Vote with MDA at MDA.org/Vote #MDA #Advocacy #AccessTheVote
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Muscular Dystrophy Association reposted this
October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) and Global Diversity Awareness Month. To mark the occasion, Muscular Dystrophy Association's Quest Media is proudly hosting a live panel discussion on Wednesday, October 9, at 1 pm ET to discuss the benefits of inclusive work cultures for both jobseekers and employers. Hosted by Mindy Henderson, Vice President of Disability Outreach and Empowerment at MDA, esteemed panelists include Donna Bungard, CPWA, Senior Marketing Accessibility Program Manager at Indeed for Business; Nicholas Iadevio, Jr., Vice President of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at L'Oréal Groupe; Stephane Leblois, MA, Chief Community and Programmes Officer at The Valuable 500; and Theo Braddy, Executive Director of National Council on Independent Living. Register here: https://lnkd.in/eeyB4SsD
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Paul Melmeyer, EVP, Public Policy & Advocacy at Muscular Dystrophy Association spoke with Noah Stansfield, CGTLive in preview of the 2025 MDA Clinical & Scientific Conference in Dallas, TX, March 16-19. Melmeyer says, “The field is learning at lightspeed pace about gene therapies... It's really quite an amazing time to be a #clinician in #neuromuscular diseases, learning more about how to administer #GeneTherapies and how these gene therapies that are approved by the FDA actually work for those with neuromuscular conditions.” Melmeyer emphasized the importance of the conference for advocacy groups, around 40 to 50 of which are likely have a presence at the conference. Furthermore, he noted that members of these advocacy groups would convene for a meeting referred to as the Neuromuscular Advocacy Collaborative (NMAC) focused on public policymaking goals intended to serve their patient communities. Registration is open here: https://lnkd.in/g9NtQfY #MDAconference
Paul Melmeyer, MPP, on the Importance of Gene Therapy for MDA’s Upcoming 2025 Conference
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April and Guy Byars story is one of resilience in the face #ALS. They take center stage at this year’s 18th Annual Muscular Dystrophy Association Atlanta Night of Hope Gala to raise funds for ALS Research on March 15, 2025. The MDA/ALS Care Center at Emory Healthcare is April's clinic and her husband Guy says, “Dr. Glass [at Emory] and his colleague at Robert Packard Center for ALS Research at Johns Hopkins, Dr. Jeffrey Rothstein, have been working very closely with April since 2022 to slow down her progression and study her specifically to research her CSF in medical trials. April has the C9 variant, which is familial, so the true hope is that our sons, if they have to face ALS in the distant future, are equipped with the fruits of Dr. Glass’ labor and easily defeat it.” MDA will also honor Choate Construction Company for their unwavering commitment to the fight against ALS. Together, we're making strides to accelerate research, advance care, and #EndALS. Read more in this #QuestBlog and register, sponsor, or donate online here: https://lnkd.in/eShmz62E
18th Annual MDA Night of Hope Gala Highlights the Byars Family’s ALS Journey and Honors Choate Construction - Quest | Muscular Dystrophy Association
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No family has to face a neuromuscular disease diagnosis alone. The Muscular Dystrophy Association Resource Center is here to offer one-on-one support, whether you're seeking information, resources, or simply a guiding hand. Reach out via phone at 1-833-ASK-MDA1 (1-833-275-6321) or email ResourceCenter@mdausa.org to connect with our dedicated team. Learn more about how we can support you: https://lnkd.in/deYFTw3K
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It's #BMDawarenessWeek! Dive into our free interactive education on #Becker #MuscularDystrophy, featuring a panel of experts including Aravindhan Veerapandiyan, MD, Associate Professor of Pediatrics, UAMS - University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, and Director of Comprehensive Neuromuscular Program Arkansas Children's; Luca Bello, MD, PhD, Professor of Neurology at University of Padova , Italy, and Jon Bruns- Vignette, a patient who shares his journey living with #BMD. Watch now on Medlive - A PlatformQ Health Brand and earn free CME credit while uncovering the latest efficacy findings for emerging treatment options. Register here to tune in: https://lnkd.in/eeswcXuX
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Madison Lawson, a proud advocate for the disability and neuromuscular disease community, recounts her personal experience as a first-time voter in her Newsweek article. As we approach the upcoming elections, her story reminds us of the importance of knowing our rights and ensuring every voice is heard. Visit MDA.org/Vote to join MDA’s #AccessTheVote campaign and plan your vote today! #MDA #Advocacy #DisabilityInclusion #Vote
I went to vote and asked for help. The election worker screamed at me
newsweek.com
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Muscular Dystrophy Association reposted this
On March 16th, 2025, the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) will host its yearly Clinical and Scientific Conference in Dallas, Texas. The annual 4-day event brings together scientific and medical professionals, patients, and advocacy groups to explore the latest advances in the field of neuromuscular disorders. The conference will feature presentations on all different types of neuromuscular diseases such as amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), Duchenne muscular dystrophy, spinal muscular atrophy, limb-girdle muscular dystrophy, myasthenia gravis, Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease, and much more. In this upcoming meeting, session tracks will feature topics including strategies for regenerating muscle and nerve tissue, new insights into disease mechanisms, clinical experience in gene therapy, access and reimbursement, and clinical trial readouts. At the conference held last year, 1492 in-person and 567 virtual attended from over 30 countries, which made it the biggest global gathering of the neuromuscular disease community. For this year, those who are registered with MDA have the opportunity to partake in the virtual meeting at no-cost or may register in-person at the patient/caregiver rate until allotted spots are filled. To register and for more information, head to www.mdaconference.org Prior to the event, Sharon Hesterlee, PhD, chief research officer of the MDA, sat down with NeurologyLive® in an interview to discuss the primary focus areas of the upcoming conference, particularly in muscle regeneration and ALS research. She also spoke about how the conference addresses the challenges of workforce diversity and training in neuromuscular specialties. Hesterlee also talked about the roles of advocacy groups and allied health professionals in shaping the discussions at the upcoming meeting.