TREAT-NMD/MDF Expert Masterclass on Myotonic Dystrophy Type 1
Chaired by: Nick Johnson & Valeria Sansone
Format: Virtual (Zoom)
Time: 12:00 EST
TREAT-NMD in collaboration with the Myotonic Dystrophy Foundation (MDF)
As therapeutic development in Myotonic Dystrophy Type 1 (DM1) continues to advance, healthcare professionals need practical, up-to-date education on diagnosis, management and patient care.
Join Prof. Nicholas Johnson (USA) and Prof. Valeria Sansone (Italy), alongside an international faculty, for a half-day virtual masterclass focused on the real-world challenges of caring for people living with DM1.
Aimed at healthcare professionals involved in the diagnosis and care of individuals with DM1, the masterclass will feature international experts covering communication with families, clinical presentations, physiotherapy approaches and other key aspects of DM1 management.
Who Should Attend?
- Neurologists
- Neurology residents and fellows
- Neuromuscular specialists
- Allied health professionals involved in DM1 care
- Clinicians looking to build confidence in the diagnosis and management of DM1
What to expect
- A highโquality, interactive learning opportunity for healthcare professionals involved in diagnosing or managing Myotonic Dystrophy Type 1, with updates on current diagnostic pathways and internationally recognised standards of care.
- A chance to hear directly from patients and patient representatives about the lived experience of Myotonic Dystrophy Type 1.
- A forum for participants to exchange ideas, challenges and best practices to support optimal DM1 care.
Register Your Interest
Join healthcare professionals from across North America and beyond for a practical, multidisciplinary learning experience focused on improving care for people living with DM1.




