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Stories of Inspiration from the Myotonic Dystrophy Community – 2023 MDF Annual Conference

Published: November 27, 2023

Presented on September 9th, 2023.

Start the day off with a celebration of the DM community, as community leaders step onto the stage to receive special awards, including the 5th Annual Kayla Vittek Memorial Award for Outstanding Community Advocate, the Above & Beyond Award, and Lifetime Achievement Award.

Click here to learn more about the 2023 MDF Annual Conference.

Congratulations to Our Community Award Recipients!

MDF is proud to congratulate and honor our four Community Award recipients for their uncontested commitment and service to the myotonic dystrophy community:

  • Margaret Bowler
    Lifetime Achievement Award
  • Rebecca Coplin
    5th Annual Kayla Vittek Memorial Award for Outstanding Community Advocate
  • Ann Woodbury
    MDF Support Group Facilitator Warrior Award
  • Kristen McClintock
    MDF Support Group Facilitator Warrior Award
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