Jul 23, 2009
MS: A Perspective on the African American Experience
The Hughes Sisters
When: Tuesday, August 11, 2009
Time: 7:30 - 8:30 PM
Guest Speaker: Dr. Mary Hughes
Dr. Hughes is the new Medical Director of Neuroscience Associates, University Medical Group, Greenville Hospital System. Prior to taking on her new position, she was the director and founder fo the Augusta MS Center at the Medical College of Georgia for the past eight years. In addition, Dr. Hughes is a member of the National MS Society's board of directors.
Presents:
This teleconference will discuss disparities that African Americans may experience in access to health care, differences in type of health care accessed, disease course and symptoms that may be unique for the African American population.