Title: CureDuchenne Certified Physical Therapist
Organization: CureDuchenne
Bio: Doug Levine, PT, is the owner of Growing Places Therapy Services, PLLC. A physical therapist since 1997, he has primarily focused on pediatrics and Duchenne muscular dystrophy. Since 2006, Growing Places has served over 500 children and their families, providing pediatric physical, occupational and speech therapies in the home, school and daycare settings.
This panel discusses inclusivity and the importance of meaningful relationships for individuals with Duchenne.
Occupational Therapist
Tustin Unified School District
Program Lead
Assistance League of Tustin: Assisteens® Buddy
Focused on the intersection between physical needs and living a fulfilling life.
Associate Professor of Medicine and Co-Director
Senator Paul D. Wellstone Muscular Dystrophy Cooperative Research Center, Director for Translational Research for the Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology Program, UT Southwestern Medical Center
Associate Professor of Pediatrics
University of California San Francisco Benioff's Children's Hospitals
Professor of Pediatrics and Neurology and Director
UMass Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy Program at the University of Massachusetts Medical School
This webinar, in partnership with the University of Kansas Medical Center, explores topics like achieving milestones, quality of life, and setting goals in families navigating Duchenne muscular dystrophy. The panelists also discuss how to incorporate quality of life metrics into clinical care.
Professor of Neurology
University of Kansas Medical Center
Clinical Assistant Professor
University of Kansas Medical Center
Medical Student
University of Kansas Medical Center
Una presentación interactiva enfocada en definir y construir su equipo en la escuela, abordando los matices de un IEP o plan 504 para una persona con Duchenne, y un ejercicio de juego de roles sobre cómo comunicar de manera efectiva las necesidades de su familia en una reunión escolar.
Duchenne Mother, Grandmother and Advocate
4 Jake's Sake | CureDuchenne
This resource discusses the benefits of early intervention therapy, what to expect from a PT/OT, basic activity modifications, stretching and orthoses for children.
Our CureDuchenne Certified Physical Therapists demonstrate at-home stretching techniques.
Our CureDuchenne Certified Physical Therapists demonstrate at-home stretching techniques.
An interactive presentation focused on defining and building your team at school, addressing the nuances of an IEP or 504 plan for an individual with Duchenne, and a role-playing exercise on how to effectively communicate your family’s needs in a school meeting.
Duchenne Mother, Grandmother and Advocate
4 Jake's Sake | CureDuchenne