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Neuromuscular Team

The following physicians, advanced practice providers and registered nurses specialize in treating children with neuromuscular disorders. 

For information on the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) Clinic team, visit our MDA specialists page

Clinical Team

Nancy L. Kuntz, MD

Attending Physician, Division of Neurology; Medical Director, Mazza Foundation Neuromuscular Program; Director, Muscular Dystrophy Association Care Center

Professor of Pediatrics and Neurology, Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine

Call 1.800.543.7362

Vamshi K. Rao, MD

Attending Physician, Neurology

Associate Professor of Pediatrics (Neurology and Epilepsy), Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine

Call 1.800.543.7362

Abigail N. Schwaede, MD

Attending Physician, Neurology

Assistant Professor of Pediatrics (Neurology and Epilepsy), Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine

Call 1.800.543.7362

Kristen Alianello, BSN-RN

Clinical Coordinator

Natalie Blackwood, BSN-RN

Kate Kennedy, BSN-RN

Social Work

Anna Goldberger

Michelle Erford

Maria Sander

Administrative Assistant

Meylin Rodriguez