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Myasthenia Gravis: 3 Tips to Improve Patient-Centered Care

Kelly G. Gwathmey, MD, Associate Professor, Neuromuscular Division Chief, Department of Neurology, Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond, Virginia

Kelly G. Gwathmey, MD, has disclosed the following relevant financial relationships:

Serve(d) as a director, officer, partner, employee, advisor, consultant, or trustee for: UCB; Argenx; Alexion; Myasthenia Gravis Foundation of America

Serve(d) as a speaker or a member of a speakers bureau for: Alexion


 

Kelly G. Gwathmey, MD, offers three key tips for clinicians early in their careers regarding myasthenia gravis (MG): First, prioritize listening to patients, as their experiences may not always align with clinical observations. Second, advocate for shared decision-making when starting or changing treatments, considering individual patient preferences and medical conditions. Third, understand the significance of ongoing monitoring using patient-reported outcome measures and MG scales to assess treatment response and optimize care for patients with MG.

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