The Surprising Role of Patient Advocates in Drug Development

<p>Patient Advocates do more than raise money—they are active participants in the drug development process. While the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge garnered global attention, lesser-known patient advocates also flex their expertise to drive new treatments and cures.  In this episode, we talk with two moms, one who is a patient herself, about their work as partners in research and development, helping bring treatments for two rare diseases to the market. </p><p>Susan Ruediger, Founder and Chief Mission Officer, <a href="https://cmtrf.org/">CMT Research Foundation</a>  </p><p>Nasha Fitter, CEO, <a href="https://foxg1research.org/">FOXG1 Research Foundation</a>  <br /> </p>