Episodio #29 - Beyond Mobility: Why Cardiovascular Care Matters for People with CP

In this episode Dr. David Frumberg discusses:

His journey to becoming an orthopedic surgeon and why he specializes in caring for children AND adults with cerebral palsy.

His current research about the link between adults with CP and cardiovascular disease (CVD) and what he hopes the impact of this research will be in shaping public policy

The lack of preventive gynecological care for women with CP

How cardiovascular health considerations intersect with orthopedic care in his practice.

His approach to care depends on the complexity of the case of the child or adult with CP.

 

Information about Dr. David Frumberg (Orthopedic Surgeon- Yale) :

He is Assistant Professor of Orthopedics and Rehabilitation at the Yale School of Medicine.

Resources:

• Yale School of Medicine - School of Orthopædics and Rehabilitation- https://medicine.yale.edu/ortho/
• Send your questions about Cerebral Palsy to azucenaferro@gmail.com
• Read more about my story: www.azucenagarcia.com