Fibromyalgia Awareness Featured
Guest(s)
Lynne Matallana
Topic
Fibromyalgia
Topic Info
In recognition of the Fifth Annual Fibromyalgia Awareness Day on May 12th, 2009, Lynne Matallana, President and Founder of the National Fibromyalgia Association (NFA)joins Dr. DeSilva to discuss the symptoms of fibromyalgia, educate people about this commonly misdiagnosed neurological pain condition and provide support to the fibromyalgia community. Lynne will also share her own personal experience living with fibromyalgia and encourage others to do the same.
Guest Info
Lynne Matallana, President and Founder of the NFA -
A former advertising executive, Ms. Matallana, saw more than 37 doctors and spent almost 2 years almost completely bedridden before finally receiving a proper diagnosis of fibromyalgia in August 1995. Her frustration with the lack of available treatments and support for people with fibromyalgia inspired her to create the NFA, an organization focused on building awareness and support for this misunderstood condition. Ms. Matallana is widely recognized for her commitment to raising awareness of fibromyalgia. She also serves as a member of the FDA Patient Representative Advisory Committee.
A former advertising executive, Ms. Matallana, saw more than 37 doctors and spent almost 2 years almost completely bedridden before finally receiving a proper diagnosis of fibromyalgia in August 1995. Her frustration with the lack of available treatments and support for people with fibromyalgia inspired her to create the NFA, an organization focused on building awareness and support for this misunderstood condition. Ms. Matallana is widely recognized for her commitment to raising awareness of fibromyalgia. She also serves as a member of the FDA Patient Representative Advisory Committee.
Website
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Host
Dr. Derrick DeSilva
Show Date
2009-05-12
