Physicians' Guide: Huntington's Disease Center of Excellence: University of Iowa Health Care

A Physicians Guide to the
Management of Huntington's Disease

Second Edition

This booklet is the standard of Huntington's disease medical care. It is also a valuable reference for those that want to know more about Huntington's disease.

The following is adopted from the second edition published by the Huntington's Disease Society of America (HDSA). The complete guide can be ordered from by calling 800-345-HDSA (800-345-4372).

Contents:

Authors:

Adam Rosenblatt, MD
Assistant Professor of Psychiatry
Clinical Director, Baltimore Huntington's Center
The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine

Neal G. Ranen, MD
Medical Director, Geriatric Psychiatrist/Neuropsychaiatrist
Health Pathways of Albright Care Services, York, PA
Clinical Associate Professor of Psychiatry Pennsylvania State College of Medicine

Martha A. Nance, MD
Park Nicollet Clinic, St. Lewis Park, MN
Director, Huntington's Disease Center, Hennepin County Medical Center,
Minneapolis, MN
Clinical Associate Professor of Neurology
University of Minnesota School of Medicine

Jane S. Paulsen, MD, PhD
Assistant Professor of Psychiatry and Neurology
Director, Huntington's Disease Center and Research Program
University of Iowa School of Medicine

DISCLAIMER

The indications and dosages of drugs in this book have either been recommended in the medical literature or conform to the practices of physicians expert in the care of people with Huntington's disease. The medications do not necessarily have specific approval from the Food and Drug Administration for the indications and dosages for which they are recommended. The package insert for each drug should be consulted for uses and dosage approved by the FDA. Because standards for dosage change, it is advisable to keep abreast of revised recommendations, particularly those concerning new drugs.

Statements and opinions expressed in this book are not necessarily those of the Huntington's disease Society of America, Inc., nor does HDSA promote, endorse, or recommend any treatment or therapy mentioned herein. The lay reader should consult a physician or other appropriate health care professional concerning any advice, treatment or therapy set forth in this book.

Published with funding from ASTRA‚ PHARMECEUTICALS.

Your comments and suggestions are appreciated so mail us at the following address: anne-leserman@uiowa.edu

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A Physicians Guide to the Management of Huntington's Disease

A Physicians Guide to the
Management of Huntington's Disease