The Charcot-Marie-Tooth Association (CMTA), the world’s largest philanthropic funder of Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease (CMT) research, is excited to announce the designation of Sarah Breevoort, MD, PhD, at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) in Charleston, SC, as its newest CMTA Center of Excellence.
Dr. Breevoort is a board-certified specialist in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R), Neuromuscular Medicine, and Electrodiagnostic Medicine. She leads a multidisciplinary clinic that serves both children and adults with CMT, combining clinical expertise with a strong commitment to rehabilitation, community engagement, and whole-family care.
The MUSC clinic operates within the Department of Neurology and partners closely with the MUSC Neurorehabilitation Institute. This collaboration ensures access to outpatient therapy services from physical, occupational, and speech therapists trained in neurological disorders. Dr. Breevoort and her team also participate in advocacy and support efforts to improve the quality of life for people with CMT.
The CMTA Center of Excellence at MUSC Offers Multidisciplinary CMT Care for Adults and Children
- Neurology
- Physiatry
- Physical Therapy
- Genetic Counseling
- Pulmonology
- Cardiology
- Social Work
- Occupational Therapy
- Orthotics
- Orthopedic Surgery (upon referral)
With this designation, individuals and families affected by CMT across South Carolina and the surrounding region gain access to expert care through the CMTA Centers of Excellence network. These centers connect patients with experienced providers who understand CMT and are committed to improving outcomes through research, collaboration, and community partnership.
Contact Information
Medical University of South Carolina – Neuromuscular Clinic
96 Jonathan Lucas Street, Suite 301 MSC 606
Charleston, SC 29425
Appointments: 843-792-3223
Referral Fax: 843-792-8626
Clinic Website: https://muschealth.org/medical-services/neurosciences/neuromuscular
We welcome Dr. Breevoort and the MUSC team to the CMTA Centers of Excellence network and look forward to the clinic’s lasting impact on the CMT community in Charleston, across South Carolina, and beyond.
To find your nearest CMTA Center of Excellence, please visit our CMTA Centers of Excellence webpage.
Published on: July 10, 2025