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Central Virginia CMTA Branch

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06/06/2024
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm 		The Foresee Gala: Unmasking the Cure for CMT4C
Central Virginia CMTA Branch
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The Central Virginia CMTA Branch is for those who have Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease and their loved ones. We welcome you to join this vibrant group of active and caring individuals in your area to share resources, ideas, CMT-related information, and personal experiences and to, ultimately, build life-long friendships and support. Meetings will focus on CMT education, awareness, research updates, fundraising initiatives, advocacy, and current events and will include guest speakers. We love newcomers and hope you will join us at our next meeting!

146 N Madison Rd # A
Orange
Virginia
22960
In-Person Meetings
Karen Dyer-Smith

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Karen first became aware of CMT in 1996 when her father was diagnosed. Her father’s mother had CMT and was diagnosed in Pennsylvania just prior to her father’s diagnosis in Virginia. Karen has an uncle, brother and a cousin confirmed with CMT. Karen was diagnosed in 2012 but wasn’t told what type until 2021. Karen is 1B and 2J. Karen has a research background as well as working with the public in several capacities. Karen is enthusiastic and passionate about advocating for CMT patients and families. Karen lives in historical Orange, Va with her husband, Charles and doggy daughter Pansy. They enjoy the country life of gardening, preserving and painting outdoor scenery.
434-882-7030

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