December Updates From The Chromosome 18 Clinical Research Center

This month, the Chromosome 18 Clinical Research Center would like to share research updates and recorded sessions from World Chromosome 18 Day 2024. World Chromosome 18 Day is our annual virtual "mini-Conference" which takes place on the first Sunday in December and kicks off Phantom Tea & Wine and Year-End Giving. This one-day event is a virtual free live broadcast for chromosome 18 families and supporters from around the world. The special broadcast on Zoom offers research updates and educational sessions with the world's leading experts on the chromosome 18 conditions, in addition to syndrome breakouts, self-advocate connection activities, chair yoga, and of course, a holiday dance party.

Please enjoy recordings of the research updates and educational sessions below:

Welcome & Research Updates with Dr. Cody

World Chromosome 18 Day 2024 kicked off with a welcome message from Board members Claudia Traa and Matt Miller. Following the welcome, Dr. Cody provided updates on the research at the Chromosome 18 Clinical Research Center.

Whole Group Q&A w/ Drs. Cody, Hale, Karkar & Gelfond

Next, Dr. Jannine Cody, Dr. Dan Hale, Dr. Kameel Karkar and Dr. Jon Gelfond opened the floor for questions from chromosome 18 families.

Independent Living Skills

We were very happy to welcome Leslie Bellieu and Charles Morris from Southwind Fields in San Antonio to provide a presentation on tips and tricks for living independently.

Dr. Gelfond's Research Update

Dr. Gelfond provides further research updates and discusses the projects in development at the Chromosome 18 Clinical Research Center.

Endocrinology 101 with Dr. Hale

Dr. Hale's presentation covers the basics of endocrinology and the endocrine issues that can impact individuals affected by chromosome 18 conditions.

Dr. Karkar's Epilepsy Presentation

In his presentation, Dr. Karkar discusses the evaluation and treatment of epilepsy in individuals with chromosome 18 conditions.

*All recordings from World Chromosome 18 Day 2024 and 2023 can be found on the Registry website on the World C18 day page here: https://www.chromosome18.org/get-involved/world-chromosome-18-day/