The UC San Diego ALS Clinical Research Group is a center player in many of the world’s most advanced research and clinical trial efforts combating this disease. A few highlights include:
- Antisense Oligonucleotides (ASO) for ALS targeting C9orf72 and SOD1 genes
- Small molecule BIIB100 (XPO1 inhibitor) Therapy
- Biorepositories
NATIONALLY RECOGNIZED
The ALS Association Certified Treatment Center of Excellence Program designs, implements, and monitors a national standard of best-practice care in the management of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). Certifications are based on established requirements of the program, professionals’ skill sets, people living with ALS served, active involvement in ALS-related research, relationships with local Chapters, and access to care.
The UC San Diego ALS Program is proud to be recognized with this distinct honor in recognition of the quality, depth, and breadth of our options for people and families facing an ALS diagnosis.
COMPREHENSIVE CARE
UC San Diego Health is home to San Diego’s most comprehensive care program for patients with ALS. Our multidisciplinary team serves patients with ALS from diagnosis through treatment, providing for the whole-patient needs of people with ALS and their families.
Integrated Care
The clinic offers multidisciplinary, comprehensive care for people with ALS. That means the team members are not operating in isolation to provide care for you or your loved one, but are working as an integrated, expert unit. After each appointment, the entire care team meets to discuss recommendations, medications, assistive device needs, clinical trial opportunities, any necessary coordination with your primary care physician, and just about everything else. If you are facing ALS, we are here to work with you every step of the way.
Our team includes specialists from:
- Neurology
- Physical therapy
- Occupational therapy
- Speech therapy
- Nutrition
- Social work
- Respiratory care
- Gastroenterology
- Patient advocates (e.g. The ALS Association)
Experienced Professionals
The UC San Diego ALS Clinic is recognized for its caliber by both the Muscular Dystrophy Association and ALS Association. Our clinicians and staff are dedicated to ALS therapy and are at the forefront of new medical and scientific information about the disease. They are recognized leaders in the field.