Kyle Startsman, PharmD

All articles by Kyle Startsman, PharmD

• Corticosteroids and DMD: Understanding this standard treatment

  Corticosteroids are one of the most effective tools available to help children with DMD lead longer, stronger lives.

• Growth hormone stimulator shows modest benefits in severe DMD mouse model

  A DMD mouse study found some muscle benefits with the compound JMV2894, and shows how disease severity can change treatment response.

• Transitioning from pediatric to adult care remains a challenge in DMD

  A new review finds ongoing gaps in how people with DMD move from pediatric to adult care, and urges better coordination between care teams.

• What are the pros and cons of steroids for DMD?

  Steroids are considered a cornerstone of DMD care, but they carry drawbacks.