We know it doesn't feel like it in the midwest but fall is here! We have a lot of opportunities to connect in October and we hope you'll join us either virtually or in person!
Wednesday October 4, 2023 | Eastsiders Lunch Bunch
11:30 - 1:30pm
Blue Springs Terrace |312 SW 19th Terrace Street, Blue Springs, MO 64015
Join us for discussion and questions with Judy Ray, LPN. Judy is the Infusion Nurse Coordinator at KU Medical Center. This is a great chance to gain insight into what nurses see in their practice and how to engage and interact with your neurology team. Lunch will be provided. RSVP to mckennafulton@mgakc.org by 10/2/2023
Thursday October 5, 2023 | Kansas City Coffee Club
9:30 - 10:30am
Another Broken Egg Cafe | 5358 W 95th St, Prairie Village, KS 66207
Join us for casual conversation and to meet others with myasthenia gravis. RSVP to allisonfoss@mgakc.org by 10/3/23. Coffee is a dutch treat.
Tuesday October 10, 2023 | MG Pride Group
6:00 - 7:00pm
This group is open to anyone in LGBTQ+ community. Group will meet via Zoom. RSVP to btbosch81@gmail.com by 10/8/23.
Thursday October 12, 2023 | Mid Missouri Group
5:30 - 7:00pm
Daniel Boone Regional Library | 100 W Broadway, Columbia, MO 65203
Come connect with others with myasthenia gravis for a general support group. RSVP to info@mgakc.org by 10/10/23
Saturday October 21, 2023 | 63rd Annual Meeting & Educational Seminar
8:00am - 1:00pm
St. Joseph Medical Center | 1000 Carondelet Dr, Kansas City, MO 64114
Join us for our 63rd Annual Meeting & Educational Seminar either in person or virtually as we discuss Empowerment through Advocacy and Education. Attend in person or virtually to hear from patient leaders Alexis Rodriguez and Glenda Thomas, sharing their inspiring MG journeys and advocacy. The Q & A Panel, moderated by Dr. Mazen Dimachkie of the University of Kansas Medical Center, with Dr. John Eatman, Dr. Nathan McGraw, and Dr. Mamatha Pasnoor, offers insights on myasthenia gravis and treatment updates. Attendance is free, including breakfast, lunch, and swag. Virtual US attendees get mailed packets, and earn 2 Nursing CEU's from ARJ Infusion Services, approved by the Kansas State Board of Nursing (Provider number: LT0285-0913). Join us for an enriching experience! Register here.
Monday October 23, 2023 | Virtual Monthly Meetup
6:00 - 7:30pm
Tune in to the upcoming virtual meeting by the EveryLife Foundation, a leading advocate for rare disease patients and their families. We'll focus on Step Therapy, a critical issue affecting rare disease communities, shedding light on its impact and ongoing advocacy efforts. Join us to gain insights into this important topic and the steps being taken to address it. Register for the webinar here.
Thursday October 26, 2023 | Coffee with a Coordinator
10:30 - 11:30am
St. Louis Bread Company |10221 Manchester Road, Kirkwood, MO 63122
Join us for a cup of coffee. Dutch treat. Connect with others with myasthenia gravis. RSVP to info@mgakc.org by 10/24/23.
Thursday October 26, 2023 | Springfield Support Group
5:30 - 7:00pm
Eastside Sunshine Church of Christ | 3721 E Sunshine St, Springfield, MO 65809 (Take the first right when you get to the roundabout)
Join us at our upcoming meeting for an engaging and interactive True or False activity centered around MG facts. Test your knowledge, learn new insights, and connect with others in the MG community. RSVP to info@mgakc.org by 10/24/23.
Saturday October 28, 2023 | St. Louis Support Group
10:00 - 11:30am
Glendale City Hall | 434 N. Sappington Road, Glendale, MO 63122
Join us for valuable holiday well-being and nutrition tips from Kristin Neusel, UCB's Patient Advocacy Liaison with extensive nutrition and advocacy experience. Don't miss the chance to learn from her expertise!. RSVP to info@mgakc.org by 10/26/23.
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