Episode Nine: Clinical Genetics - Myotonic Dystrophy
In this first episode in our series on triplet repeat disorders explores myotonic dystrophy, the most common adult-onset muscular dystrophy. Expert guests share insights from both the research bench and the clinical bedside.
Featuring:
- Dr Bob Ballantyne MBChB, BSc – Lead for the West of Scotland adult myotonic dystrophy service and former GP.
- Professor Darren Monckton PhD, BSc - Researcher with over 30 years of experience in triplet repeat disorders.
- Dr Mark Hamilton MBChB, MRCP, PhD, BSc – Clinical geneticist and chair of the Myotonic Dystrophy division of the Scottish Muscle Network.
Hosted by Sytske Lub, then-medical student (now NHS resident doctor). Recorded in 2024.
Expert perspectives, lived clinical experience, and the latest in genetics research - All in one conversation.