{"id":21088,"date":"2025-05-14T11:30:51","date_gmt":"2025-05-14T15:30:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/neurology\/?p=21088"},"modified":"2025-05-14T12:26:47","modified_gmt":"2025-05-14T16:26:47","slug":"unc-neurology-celebrates-opening-of-new-pediatric-muscular-dystrophy-association-mda-clinic","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/neurology\/unc-neurology-celebrates-opening-of-new-pediatric-muscular-dystrophy-association-mda-clinic\/","title":{"rendered":"UNC Neurology Celebrates Opening of New Pediatric Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) Clinic"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2><em>Making specialized care more accessible for children with neuromuscular disorders<\/em><\/h2>\n<p>The UNC Department of Neurology is thrilled to announce the grand opening of the new <strong>UNC Pediatric Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) Clinic<\/strong>. This dedicated clinic, which officially began welcoming patients on <strong>May 9th, 2025<\/strong>, is conveniently located within the pediatric neurology facilities at <strong>Carolina Pointe II<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-21083 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/neurology\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/716\/2025\/05\/P1010089-300x169.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"169\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/neurology\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/716\/2025\/05\/P1010089-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/neurology\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/716\/2025\/05\/P1010089-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/neurology\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/716\/2025\/05\/P1010089-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/neurology\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/716\/2025\/05\/P1010089-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/neurology\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/716\/2025\/05\/P1010089-2048x1152.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/neurology\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/716\/2025\/05\/P1010089-600x338.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>This innovative, multidisciplinary clinic has been thoughtfully designed to provide comprehensive and collaborative care for children across North Carolina living with neuromuscular disorders. We understand that managing these conditions often involves numerous specialist visits and significant travel for families. The new UNC Pediatric MDA Clinic aims to simplify this journey.<\/p>\n<h3>What This Means for Patients and Families:<\/h3>\n<p>The core of this new clinic is a dedicated team of specialists working together in one location, focused on your child&#8217;s unique needs. This approach offers several key benefits:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Comprehensive, Team-Based Care:<\/strong> Your child will have access to a pediatric neuromuscular specialist, a physiatrist (rehabilitation physician), an occupational therapist, a physical therapist, an orthotist (specialist in braces and splints), and a social worker\/clinical care manager, all collaborating on their care plan.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Improved Communication &amp; Streamlined Visits:<\/strong> With specialists working side-by-side, communication about your child&#8217;s progress and needs is enhanced. This collaborative environment can also help reduce the number of separate appointments and trips to UNC for many families.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Accessible, Specialized Support:<\/strong> Children with neuromuscular disorders from all corners of the state can now access this more integrated and patient-centered care model.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<blockquote><p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright wp-image-21079\" src=\"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/neurology\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/716\/2025\/05\/P1010072-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/neurology\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/716\/2025\/05\/P1010072-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/neurology\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/716\/2025\/05\/P1010072-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/neurology\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/716\/2025\/05\/P1010072-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/neurology\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/716\/2025\/05\/P1010072-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/neurology\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/716\/2025\/05\/P1010072-1536x1536.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/neurology\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/716\/2025\/05\/P1010072-2048x2048.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/neurology\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/716\/2025\/05\/P1010072-600x600.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px\" \/>The formation of this clinic has been a dream for the past three years and was inspired by Drs. Fan and Shiloh, whom have tirelessly provided care for these patients with neuromuscular disease over the years. Over the past year as this clinic really began to take form, it has been incredible to watch the group effort of so many people come together. Each teammate has brought their own piece of the puzzle to the process, and on May 9<sup>th<\/sup> we finally got to see the finished product. It is a big step forward and one of many to come as we strive to continue advancing the care of pediatric patients with neuromuscular disease.<\/p>\n<p>Dr. Nate Wooten<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright wp-image-21076\" src=\"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/neurology\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/716\/2025\/05\/P1010107-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/neurology\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/716\/2025\/05\/P1010107-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/neurology\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/716\/2025\/05\/P1010107-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/neurology\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/716\/2025\/05\/P1010107-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/neurology\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/716\/2025\/05\/P1010107-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/neurology\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/716\/2025\/05\/P1010107-1536x1536.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/neurology\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/716\/2025\/05\/P1010107-2048x2048.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/neurology\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/716\/2025\/05\/P1010107-600x600.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The UNC Department of Neurology and Dr. Wooten extend a heartfelt thank you to the incredible team of specialists whose expertise and passion are central to this new clinic, including Dr. Teddy Yip (Physiatry), Erin Afshar\u00a0(MSOT, OTR\/L &#8211; Occupational Therapy), Shelley Rhudy (MPT &#8211; Physical Therapy), Joey Zisk (CPO, MPO &#8211; Orthotics), and Ayat Soufan (LCSW, CCM &#8211; Social Work\/Clinical Care Management).<\/p>\n<p>A special thanks also goes to all the dedicated UNC teammates who worked tirelessly behind the scenes. Their crucial efforts in coordinating schedules, developing systems, and preparing the new clinic space have made this important initiative possible.<\/p>\n<h3>Learn More or Schedule an Appointment<\/h3>\n<p>The UNC Pediatric MDA Clinic is now welcoming new patients. For referrals or to learn more about the clinic and its services, please visit our clinic page via the button below.<\/p>\n<a class=\"btn btn-primary btn-lg btn-block  oscitas-bootstrap-container\" target=\"_self\" href=\"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/neurology\/divisions\/nmd\/services\/unc-pediatric-muscular-dystrophy-association-clinic\/\">Pediatric Muscular Dystrophy Association Clinic<\/a>\n<figure id=\"attachment_21089\" class=\"thumbnail wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"width: 1034px\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-21089 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/neurology\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/716\/2025\/05\/P1010039-scaled-e1747236450310-1024x655.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"655\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/neurology\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/716\/2025\/05\/P1010039-scaled-e1747236450310-1024x655.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/neurology\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/716\/2025\/05\/P1010039-scaled-e1747236450310-300x192.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/neurology\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/716\/2025\/05\/P1010039-scaled-e1747236450310-768x491.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/neurology\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/716\/2025\/05\/P1010039-scaled-e1747236450310-1536x983.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/neurology\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/716\/2025\/05\/P1010039-scaled-e1747236450310-2048x1310.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/neurology\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/716\/2025\/05\/P1010039-scaled-e1747236450310-600x384.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"caption wp-caption-text\">From left to right: Dr. Nate Wooten, Dr. Erin Afshar, Binta Diallo, Dr. Shelley Rhudy, Dr. Joey Zisk, and Dr. Teddy Yip.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Making specialized care more accessible for children with neuromuscular disorders The UNC Department of Neurology is thrilled to announce the grand opening of the new UNC Pediatric Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) Clinic. 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