Julie Parsons, MD - Breakthroughs in Spinal Muscular Atrophy: Managing the Life-Changing Impact of Gene Replacement Therapy

Go online to PeerView.com/FFT860 to view the activity, download slides and practice aids, and complete the post-test to earn credit. In this activity, a neurologist discusses the life-changing impact of gene replacement therapy in spinal muscular atrophy. Upon completion of this CE activity, participants will be able to: Recognize the underlying genetics and pathophysiology of spinal muscular atrophy, Identify appropriate patients with SMA for treatment with gene replacement therapy, Counsel patients, families, and caregivers about gene replacement therapy for SMA, including eligibility, potential benefits and risks, and anticipatory guidance regarding prognosis, the need for ongoing care, and long-term safety monitoring, Employ post-treatment multidisciplinary management plans for patients who have been treated for SMA with gene replacement therapy.