Danielle Forrest, OTR, OTD

Title: Occupational Therapist III

Organization: Children’s Health and Rehabilitation Services

Bio: Danielle is an occupational therapist with eight years of experience in pediatrics at Children's Health. During that time, she has served as the primary occupational therapist in the multidisciplinary neuromuscular clinic, which has led to her passion for serving patients with DMD. Dani recently completed her doctorate with a focus on educating OTs about DMD. She is involved in clinical trials for patients with DMD.

2021 FUTURES Quality of Life Panel: Cognition in Duchenne

Focused on cognitive abilities and psychological wellness in individuals living with Duchenne.

Tiffany Cook, MS, CCC-SLP

Senior Director

CureDuchenne Cares

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Missy Dixon, MS, PhD

Visiting Assistant Professor, Department of Pediatrics, Divisions of Pediatric Neurology, Psychiatry and Behavioral Health

University of Utah

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Danielle Forrest, OTR, OTD

Occupational Therapist III

Children’s Health and Rehabilitation Services

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Matthew Harmelink, MD

Pediatric Neurologist

Medical College of Wisconsin

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Mathula Thangarajh, MD, PhD, FAAN

Assistant Professor of Neurology

Virginia Commonwealth University

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2023 FUTURES Breakout Session: Growth and Transformation (ages 9-16)

Let’s discuss:

  • Growing pains and puberty
  • ​Introducing wheelchairs and equipment
  • ​Preparing for a bright future: confidence, independence, and hobbies
  • Neurology concerns
  • Cardiology concerns
  • Pulmonology concerns
  • Managing Mobility

Sheryl Marrazzo

Duchenne Mother, Grandmother and Advocate

4 Jake's Sake | CureDuchenne

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Danielle Forrest, OTR, OTD

Occupational Therapist III

Children’s Health and Rehabilitation Services

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Dr. Aravindhan Veerapandiyan

Pediatric Neurologist

Arkansas Children's Hospital

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Oscar "Hank" Mayer, MD

Medical Director, Pulmonary Function Testing Laboratory Children's Hospital of Philadelphia

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Merick Yamada, MD

Pediatric Cardiologist Fetal Care Center Dallas | Neurology and Neuromuscular Care Center

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2023 FUTURES: Advancing Care Across the Duchenne Journey Part 2

Relevant healthcare providers discuss the most critical advancements and recommendations in their specialty, and answer questions from the audience.

Jennifer Wallace Valdes, PT

CureDuchenne Certified Physical Therapist

CureDuchenne Physical Therapy Program

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Danielle Forrest, OTR, OTD

Occupational Therapist III

Children’s Health and Rehabilitation Services

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Angelena Edwards, MD - Speakers

Pediatric Urologist

University of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital

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Kindann Fawcett, PhD

Post Doctoral Fellow

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

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Austin Edenfield, ATP

Quantum Product & Technical Education Manager

Pride Mobility

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Creative Inclusivity

An interactive presentation focused on harnessing creativity in day-to-day life with inclusive activities, games and exercises, as well as utilizing adaptive technology/equipment to surpass expectations.

Jennifer Wallace Valdes, PT

CureDuchenne Certified Physical Therapist

CureDuchenne Physical Therapy Program

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Danielle Forrest, OTR, OTD

Occupational Therapist III

Children’s Health and Rehabilitation Services

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Austin Edenfield, ATP

Quantum Product & Technical Education Manager

Pride Mobility

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Inclusión creativa

Una presentación interactiva enfocada en aprovechar la creatividad en la vida cotidiana con actividades, juegos y ejercicios inclusivos, además de utilizar tecnología/equipos adaptables para superar las expectativas.

Jennifer Wallace Valdes, PT

CureDuchenne Certified Physical Therapist

CureDuchenne Physical Therapy Program

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Danielle Forrest, OTR, OTD

Occupational Therapist III

Children’s Health and Rehabilitation Services

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Austin Edenfield, ATP

Quantum Product & Technical Education Manager

Pride Mobility

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