<p>The TMA is joined by Dr. Jonathan Cheng from Children’s Medical Center and UT Southwestern Medical Center and Dr. Mitch Seruya Children’s Hospital Los Angeles.&nbsp;The surgeons discuss nerve transfers and how they are used for individuals with AFM. They talk about risks of surgery as well as the post-surgery recovery process. Dr. Cheng and Dr. Seruya also discuss the role of insurance in covering nerve transfer surgery, and they talk about upcoming research publications.</p>

716. Genetic Study of AFM

SRNA Soundwaves is a podcast network that brings together expert insight, research updates, and experiences from the rare neuroimmune disorder community. Through multiple series, SRNA Soundwaves connects those living with rare neuroimmune disorders, caregivers, clinicians, and researchers with trusted information and meaningful conversations that educate, empower, and inspire. Topics include acute disseminated encephalomyelitis (ADEM), acute flaccid myelitis (AFM), MOG antibody disease (MOGAD), neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder (NMOSD), optic neuritis (ON), and transverse myelitis (TM).