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. 

Episode Nine transcript