The Chapter Programs Committee (CPC) is comprised of professionals from a variety of fields, including individuals with MS, who work in partnership with the Programs staff. They assist the Chapter with strategic planning to support staff in decision making and implementation of programs and services. They ensure we provide the highest quality offerings to those affected by multiple sclerosis.
CPC Chair: Candi Moss - Blue Cross & Blue Shield of KC, Kansas City, MO
Mary Ellen DeCoursey - Community Volunteer/Caregiver, Kansas City, MO
Cara Freed, LMSW - Social Worker, Tallgrass Creek, Overland Park, KS
Vicky Frenkel - Graphic Designer, Vicky Frenkel Studio, Kansas City, MO
Deanna Markley, RPT - Physical Therapist, Mid America Rehabilitation Hospital, Overland Park, KS
Evelyn Nichols - Community Volunteer, Springfield, MO
Nicole Nielsen - Social Security Administration, Topeka, KS
Linda Redford, RN, PhD - Director, Central Plains Geriatric Education Center, Kansas City, KS
Katey Tryon, Tryon & Heideman, LLC, Kansas City, MO
The Clinical Advisory Committee (CAC) is comprised of healthcare professionals from the region who partner with the Programs staff to provide excellent programs and services to people with MS, their families and other healthcare professionals. This includes educational programs related to symptom management and wellness, research learning opportunities and professional education.
CAC Chair: Sharon Lynch, M.D. -Neurologist, University of KS Medical Center, Kansas City, KS
Jared Bruce, PhD - Neuropsychologist, University of Missouri-KC, Kansas City, MO
Janie Brunette, RN, MSN - Nurse, KT Health Clinic, Willard, MO
Pat Caffrey, PhD - Neuropsychologist, Kansas City, MO
Linda Ladesich, MD - Physiatrist, University of KS Rehabilitation Medicine
Joan McMahon, MSA, BSN, CRRN, NC - Spinal Cord Coordinator, University of KS Medical Center, Kansas City, KS
Stephen Miller, MD - Community Volunteer, Parsons, KS
Atul Patel, MD - Physiatrist, KC Bone & Joint Clinic, Overland Park, KS
Rodney Quinn, MD - Neurologist, Ferrell-Duncan Clinic, Springfield, MO
R.A. Youmans, MD - Retired neurologist, Kansas City, MO