Convention Videos

GRASP Update (Genetic Research Analysing Short Patients)

Presenter: Professor Helen Storr

Description: An overview of the findings from the GRASP (Genetic Research Analysing Short Patients) research project.

Genetic Diagnosis for SRS and SGA

Presenter: Professor Deborah Mackay

Description: An overview of genetics and the genetic causes of Silver-Russell Syndrome and Small for Gestational Age.

Sick Day Rules & Emergency Ejections

Presenter: Claire Westcott, Endocrine Nurse Specialist

Description: An overview of the sick day rules and how to administer emergency cortisol injections. 

It Takes Two to Tango: Puberty & Growth

Presenter: Dr Harshini Katugampola

Description: An overview of puberty and growth.

Health Issues in Adulthood: Imprinting growth restriction disorders

Presenter: Dr Karen Temple

Description: An overview of the research that identify issues in adulthood as a result of growth conditions, including Temple Syndrome and Silver-Russell Syndrome. 

Needles & Haystacks

Presenter: Professor Deborah Mackay

Description: Using genomic medicine to discover causes of Silver-Russell Syndrome and related growth disorders.

Understanding Cognition and Behaviour in Silver-Russell Syndrome

Presenter: Dr Megan Freeth

Description: An overview of the findings from a research study into the cognition and behaviour issues associated with Silver-Russell Syndrome.

Sotos Syndrome: Introduction and Overview

Presenter: Professor Kate Tatton-Brown

Description: An overview of Sotos Syndrome, including a look at the historical context of the condition, the genetics behind it and the clinical features.

Child Growth and Available Support

Presenter: Helen Smart, Clinical Nurse Specialist

Description: An overview of child growth and the support the endocrine team can provide.

Understanding Cognition and Behaviour in Sotos Syndrome

Presenter: Dr Megan Freeth

Description: An overview of the findings from research studies into the cognition and behaviour issues associated with Sotos Syndrome.

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