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Our Muscular Dystrophy Program is a designed MDA Care Center and one of only thirteen certified Duchenne Care Centers in the country. We offer children and families coordinated care for the diagnosis and treatment of muscular dystrophy and other pediatric neuromuscular disorders. The program is supported in part by the Muscular Dystrophy Association and is offered at Yale New Haven Children's Hospital Pediatric Specialty Center at Long Wharf in New Haven. The multidisciplinary team includes a neurologist, cardiologist, pulmonologist, orthopedic surgeon, physical and occupational therapist, social worker, dietitian, a care coordinator and other specialists as needed such as genetics.
At the Pediatric Muscular Dystrophy Program, children are evaluated for sensation, muscle tone, range of motion, strength, gait and balance. Tests may include:
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Yale New Haven Health is proud to be affiliated with the prestigious Yale University and its highly ranked Yale School of Medicine.
