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Nourishing Solutions: Managing Dietary Needs and Swallowing with DM – 2025 MDF Conference

Published: August 28, 2025

In this session, experts discuss how myotonic dystrophy type 1 & type 2 (DM1 & DM2) impact nutrition and swallowing. Learn about the latest research on these issues and gain practical advice on managing symptoms through dietary planning and adaptive tools that can improve quality of life.

Presenters:

  • Carolyn Martinez, M.A., CCC-SLP, Houston Methodist
  • Anna Miller, MS, RD, LD, Houston Methodist

Thank you to our 2025 MDF Conference Sponsors for helping make this event possible:

  • Lead Sponsor: Avidity Biosciences
  • Diamond Sponsors: Dyne Therapeutics and Arthex Biotech
  • Platinum Sponsors: PepGen and Vertex Pharmaceuticals
  • Gold Sponsor: Sanofi
  • Bronze Sponsor: Lupin Neurosciences

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