CENTRAL TIME ZONE

During this webinar, an expert will join us to take a look at the causes and symptoms of Spastic Paraplegia Type 7, the typical diagnostic journey for those affected, what to expect for clinical care, and an overview of current research into the disease.

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Speaker Information

Gerald Pfeffer, MD, PhD
University of Calgary

Dr. Pfeffer is a clinician-scientist in the Department of Clinical Neurosciences and Hotchkiss Brain Institute. He completed medical school at McGill University, neurology residency at University of British Columbia, and PhD training at Newcastle University in the United Kingdom.

His research focuses on gene discovery in hereditary neuromuscular diseases, and the mechanistic processes which cause disease pathology. This work primarily involves basic science techniques to identify novel single gene disorders. The research program also integrates clinical research by studying genotype-phenotype relationships, and findings from paraclinical investigations.

Other Webinars

NAF hosts educational webinars about Ataxia presented by industry experts. Learn about important topics related to living with Ataxia. Webinars are complimentary for NAF members, with new sessions offered each month. Join NAF to receive invitations to upcoming Ataxia webinars. Visit www.ataxia.org/webinars to explore past webinars on a variety of topics.