7th Annual ECD Patient & Family Gathering Milan, Italy

Lorenzo Dagna, MD, FACP
IRCCS San Raffaele Scientific Institute
Milan, Italy
July 12, 2019

Milan International ECD Patient & Family Gathering Group Picture 2019

Patient & Family Gathering Summary

The 2019 Patient & Family Gathering (PFG) brought together 49 patients and family members from 10 countries. The patient/family community was joined by 38 clinicians and scientists who are passionate about caring for patients and learning more about Erdheim-Chester Disease. Ten clinicians/scientists provided talks on ECD and ECD support needs. A Celebration Dinner with all attendees was enjoyed, allowing time for fellowship and recognition of community leaders who dedicate their time and resources to aid the ECD community. Please see the information below for more on the PFG activities and presentations, as well as pictures from the conference.

Programs with Gathering Agenda

Presentation

The following presentations have been added in hopes that they will help patients, families, and physicians interested in learning more about ECD. The ECDGA is grateful for the efforts and contributions made by the medical community to improve care for ECD patients.
PresenterPresentation SlidesEnglish Video
Lorenzo Dagna, MD, PhDWelcome & Overview of ECDWelcome and Overview - Dearbhaile Dhubhlaoich & Lorenzo Dagna
Lorenzo Dagna, MD, PhDDrug ManagementOverview of ECD and Drug Management - Lorenzo Dagna
Filip Janku, MD, PhDThe Drug Trial ProcessThe Drug Trial Process - Filip Janku
Julien Haroche , MD, PhDOrgan Involvement in ECDOrgan Involvement in ECD - Julien Haroche
Eli L. Diamond, MDECD and the BrainECD and the Brain - Eli Diamond
Ronald Go, MD (moderator)Question & Answer with the ExpertsExpert Question & Answer Panel
Stephane Barete, MD, PhDSkin InvolvementSkin Involvement with ECD - Stéphane Barete
Mark Heaney, MD, PhDMutations in ECDMutations in ECD - Mark Heaney
Carine Courtillot, MDEndocrinology & HormonesEndocrine Manifestations - Carine Courtillot
Augusto Vaglio, MD, PhDRenal & Ureteral InvolvementRenal & Ureteral Involvement in ECD - Augusto Vaglio
Roei MazorDaily CareDaily Care - Roei Mazor
Eli Diamond, MDECD Registry UpdateECD Patient Registry Update - Eli Diamond
ECDGAECDGA CloseClose - The ECD Global Alliance Team

Attendee Experiences

“It was amazing to witness the dedication and commitment that these doctors displayed regarding the diagnosing, treatment, and research efforts as it relates to ECD. I am grateful for this rare opportunity.”

– Leretha R. Thomas, ECD Caregiver

“I have been in health care for over 20 years and have never seen or experienced such a caring and devoted group of health care professionals and volunteers!”

– ECD Patient in Attendance

Photographs

Medical Symposium

Reception/Dinner Photos