The International Alliance of ALS/MND Associations has awarded the 2022 Forbes Norris Award to neurology professor Richard Bedlack, MD. This prestigious award recognizes his decades of contributions to advancing the management and understanding of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis/motor neuron disease (ALS/MND). of people living with illness.
Bedlack operates on the belief that everyone living with ALS/MND should receive the highest quality care possible. With this philosophy in mind, Duke he founded and directs the ALS Clinic. By adhering to best practices, he provides his family with the resources of a large multidisciplinary care team, presenting all available treatment options to help families treat their illness in the way that best suits them. so that you can work on it.
Lead and participate in research initiatives that produce better understanding and better Treating ALS/MND is integral to Dr. Bedlack’s approach to patient care. Through his involvement in multicenter clinical trials, investigator-initiated studies and research, he has established himself as a leader in the field. From innovative research models to training research ambassadors through the NEALS Clinical Research Learning Institute, Bedlack is committed to expanding research opportunities and increasing participation in clinical trials with the goal of creating a world free of ALS/MND. We are at the forefront of advocacy and education initiatives. .
One of his most notable public contributions is the creation of the ALSUntangled website.a It is a tremendous resource for the ALS/MND community, providing scientific reviews of alternative and off-label treatments to help people make informed decisions about their care.
“From seeing an ALS/MND patient for the first time, a desire to ‘do better’ has led to a 20-year career in continuing to provide better care and treatment for ALS/MND patients,” he said. colleague Stacey says. Asnani.
“During this time, Dr. Bedrak has built a world-class ALS clinic, made significant contributions to clinical research, and has been an advocate for initiatives that drive positive change in care delivery, education, benefits, and research. Bedrack truly embodies the term ‘patient care’ through the empathy, compassion, and commitment he shows to every patient he sees. is evident in every aspect of his work, inspiring him to all who have been affected by this disease around the world.
The International Alliance of ALS/MND Associations was established in 1992 to provide an international community for individual ALS/MND associations. Its vision is a world without ALS/MND. The Alliance adds value to existing and future associations through the curation and production of information, and by acting as a global gateway connecting Alliance members, ALS/MND patients and their caregivers, and internal and external stakeholders, member support the prosperity of For more information about the Alliance and its activities, please visit here or email her communications coordinator Shae Cameron at shaecameron@als-mnd.org.
