This episode of PDAcast. We are a Hello, everyone, and welcome to another episode of Pediacast.

We are a pediatric podcast for moms and dads.

This is Dr. Mike coming to you from the campus of Nationwide Children's Hospital.

We're in Columbus, Ohio.

It's episode 604.

We're calling this one Duchenne, Musstrophy, diagnosis, support, and hope.

I want to welcome all of you to the program. We are so happy to have you with us. You know, Duchenne

muscular dystrophy is a genetic condition that affects muscle strength and development most commonly

in boys.

It's a diagnosis that has received a lot of awareness and attention over the years,

especially around Labor Day weekend,

when Jerry Lewis and the Muscular Dystrophy Association held their annual telephon.

While Duchenne, muscular dystrophy remains a serious condition,

there is also real progress happening in how we diagnose, treat, and support children and families impacted by this disorder. Today we're going to

explore what parents need to know from early signs and diagnosis to treatment options, daily life,

and the continued promise of research and

breakthroughs. Of course, in our usual pedicast fashion, we have a terrific guest joining us in the

studio to discuss the topic. Dr. Megan Waldrop is here. She is a pediatric neurologist at

Nationwide Children's. Before we get to her, I do want to remind you the information presented

in every episode of our podcast is for general educational purposes only. We do not

diagnose medical conditions or formulate treatment plans for specific individuals. If you're

concerned about your child's health, be sure to call your health care provider. Also, your use

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