September 2025 Town Hall – TRANSFORMING CARE OVER THE LAST 35 YEARS

Dr. Feldman paints a ”then vs. now”’ picture of progress over the past 35 years, when JM care was fragmented and inconsistent, versus today’s coordinated approach. He discusses how these efforts are helping bring clinical trials from the research bench to the clinic exam room faster and accelerating real-world improvements for kids and families living with this rare disease.

Dr. Brian Feldman is chair of Cure JM’s Medical Advisory Board and a global leader in pediatric rheumatology. Based at the Hospital for Sick Children and the University of Toronto, Dr. Feldman is internationally recognized for his contributions to clinical research and care delivery in childhood autoimmune diseases.

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Madi’s Story

Kindergarten is about making friends, learning how to count by two’s, and reading Biscuit books. But for Madi, Kindergarten was not so simple.

May 2025 Town Hall, Dr. Ardalan

Tapering Medication

Cure JM hosted a special Town Hall featuring Dr. Kaveh Ardalan, Co-Director of the Duke Children’s Myositis Center, a Cure JM Center of Excellence. The

Emma's Story of Hope, Giving Tuesday 2024

Emma’s Story of Hope – A Tale of Life-Changing Care

At 12 years old, Emma’s world was turned upside down. An energetic cheerleader who loved spending time with her friends, she suddenly found herself constantly fatigued, her muscles weak and aching. What began as mild discomfort quickly escalated into something far more serious.

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