Kristina M. Rath, MD, and her daughter Jane Rath.
Northeast Medical Group’s Community Outreach Committee – including an NEMG physician and her daughter – recently participated in the annual Steps2Cure NF (neurofibromatosis) Walk in Hartford, with proceeds to benefit NF Northeast.
NF, or neurofibromatosis, is a genetic condition of the nervous system that causes tumors to form on the nerves. There is currently no cure for NF, and very few treatments.
NEMG’s Kristina Rath, MD, whose daughter lives with the effects of NF daily, was an enthusiastic participant.
“Each year, this event helps us get one step closer to finding a cure,” said Dr. Rath. “Because of NF, Jane has been in three separate clinical trials, has had two major surgeries and has had over three dozen MRIs in her short lifetime. We are part of NF Northeast, an organization with a mission to bring hope to those affected by NF through research and community.”
