ALS MULTIDISCIPLINARY CARE CENTER: MDA Patient Services

ALS Neurologist	MDA Patient Services
ALS Nurse	Counselor
Physical Rehabilitation	Pulmonologist
Orthotist	Gastroenterologist
Speech-Language Pathologist	Physiatrist
Dietitian

MDA Patient Services

• Works closely with the ALS nurse clinician
  
  
• Assesses health insurance coverage
  
  
• Assists with the application for disability payments
  
  
• Provides referrals for financial resources, community resources, national ALS resources, and support groups
  
  
• Provides emotional and psychological support
  
  
• Assists in the documentation of advance directives, durable power of attorney for health care, and living wills