A Deeper Look into Achondroplasia (This activity is supported by BioMarin Pharmaceutical, Inc)
19 Mar 2025
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This educational program, led by a clinical expert in achondroplasia, will address questions including: (1) The underlying cause of impaired bone growth, (2) How impaired bone growth could lead to multi-systemic complications throughout life, and (3) Healthcare specialists involved in monitoring and caring for individuals with achondroplasia.
Faculty:
Janet Legare, MD, University of Wisconsin-Madison School of Medicine and Public Health
Pre-registration is required.
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This educational program, led by a clinical expert in achondroplasia, will address questions including: (1) The underlying cause of impaired bone growth, (2) How impaired bone growth could lead to multi-systemic complications throughout life, and (3) Healthcare specialists involved in monitoring and caring for individuals with achondroplasia.
Faculty:
Janet Legare, MD, University of Wisconsin-Madison School of Medicine and Public Health
Pre-registration is required.
For more information and to register
Learning Objectives
- Review the underlying cause and pathophysiology of bone growth in achondroplasia
- Explore the natural history and complications of achondroplasia
- Understand the patient and caregiver perspective on living with achondroplasia.