To mark World Mitochondrial Disease Awareness Month, ERN EURO-NMD is pleased to present a special series of four webinars dedicated to mitochondrial diseases.
Throughout September, leading experts in the field will share their knowledge and perspectives on key topics related to the diagnosis, management and understanding of mitochondrial disorders.
The webinars will take place every Thursday at 16:00 CEST and are open to healthcare professionals, researchers, students, patient representatives and anyone interested in mitochondrial diseases.
Programme
Episode 1 – A collaborative approach to reproductive options in mitochondrial disease
Thursday, 3 September 2026 | 16:00 CEST
Speakers: Catherine Feeney, Claire Jarvis, Eilis Moody, The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, UK
Episode 2 – Anesthesia in Mitochondrial Diseases: Practical Challenges and Best Clinical Practices
Thursday, 10 September 2026 | 16:00 CEST
Speaker: Dr. Costanza Lamperti , Fondazione IRCCS Istituto Neurologico “C. Besta”, Milan, Italy
Episode 3 – Patients’ Perspectives: Activities and Unmet Needs
Thursday, 17 September 2026 | 16:00 CEST
Speakers: Dr. Manuela Lavorato (Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Pisana, U.O.C. Neurologia, Italy) & Tamara Shepherd (AFM-Téléthon, France)
Episode 4 – Biomarkers in Mitochondrial Diseases: From Biological Insights To Clinical Practice
Thursday, 24 September 2026 | 16:00 CEST
Speaker: Dr. Guido Primiano, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, Rome, Italy
Join the series
Participation is free of charge, but registration is required.
Each webinar will include a presentation followed by a live Q&A session, giving participants the opportunity to engage directly with experts.