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Myasthenia Gravis Association Of Western Pennsylvania
MGA of WPA
Organizational Information
Parent Organization
n/a
Vision, Mission and/or Purpose of Organization
To address the medical, social and emotional needs of all persons affected by Myasthenia Gravis and to disseminate educational information to patients, their families, the medical community and the general public.
History of Organization
MGA of WPA was founded in 1955, and is one of the oldest and largest organizations in the country serving people with Myasthenia Gravis.
Affiliations
n/a
Legal Structure
Non-profit corporation
Funding Sources
Donations and grants
Contact Information
Key Leader(s)
Contact Person(s)
Contact Number(s)
412-566-1545
Contact Email(s)
mgaoffice@mgawpa.org
Web Addresses
Primary Address
Service Information
Service Area
Western Pennsylvania Region (26 counties)and parts of Maryland, Ohio, West Virginia and New York.
Service Description
Support, Education and Advocacy services for people with Myasthenia Gravis, their family members, healthcare providers, and the general public.
MGA of WPA provides expert up-to-date information, advocacy and support to people with Myasthenia Gravis, and their families. We offer both in-person and virtual support group meetings on a monthly basis, regularly scheduled education programs, and 1-to-1 telephonic nursing support.
Keywords
Support, advocacy, eduation
Available Hours
8am to 4pm/ Monday through Friday
Fees/Cost for Services
All patient education, support, and advocacy services are offered FREE of charge.
Eligibility Requirements
Diagnosis of myasthenia gravis, or family member or significant other of a person with myasthenia gravis; physician or self referral.
How to Access Services or Schedule Appointments
Call 412-566-1545 or email mgaoffice@mgawpa.org.
Miscellaneous Information
Handicap Accessibility
All support group meetings and education programs are held in venues that are fully handicap accessible.
Speaker Available
Yes