The Muscular Dystrophy Association is a voluntary health agency — a dedicated partnership between scientists and concerned citizens aimed at conquering neuromuscular diseases that affect more than a million Americans.

MDA combats neuromuscular diseases through programs of worldwide research, comprehensive medical and community services, and far-reaching professional and public health education.

Clinics/Services serving the Charleston-Huntington, West Virgina area:

Charleston Area Medical Center
Charleston, WV
Codirector: Sasidharan Taravath M.D.
Codirector: Kenneth C. Wright M.D.

West Virginia University Hospital - University Health Associates
Morgantown, WV
Codirector: Laurie Gutmann M.D.
Codirector: Margaret E. Jaynes M.D.

Support Groups * Summer Camp * General Services

For more information about medical services available through the MDA clinic, support groups, summer camp, or other services for people and families affected by a neuromuscular disease in MDA's program, please call:

Health Care Service Coordinator
304-344-9807

MDA Telethon Web Site