Merick Yamada, MD

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

Bio: Dr. Merick Yamada, a Pediatric and Fetal Cardiology specialist, is board certified in pediatrics and pediatric cardiology. She received her medical degree from the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine, completed her residency at the OU Children’s Hospital at the University of Oklahoma, and completed pediatric cardiology fellowship at Duke University Medical Center. Dr Yamada provides cardiac care to Duchenne muscular dystrophy patients within the Neurology and Neuromuscular Care Center in Denton, TX. Dr. Yamada has given a series of lectures on various topics in pediatric cardiology that covered atrial and ventricular septal defects and coarctation of the aorta, among other conditions. She has also participated in the American Society of Echocardiography, American College of Cardiology and the American Academy of Pediatrics.

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

Danielle Forrest, OTR, OTD

Occupational Therapist III

Children’s Health and Rehabilitation Services

Dr. Aravindhan Veerapandiyan

Pediatric Neurologist

Arkansas Children's Hospital

Oscar "Hank" Mayer, MD

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

Merick Yamada, MD

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

2023 FUTURES: Advancing Care Across the Duchenne Journey Part 1

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

Dr. Aravindhan Veerapandiyan

Pediatric Neurologist

Arkansas Children's Hospital

Kent Williams, MD

Pediatric Gastroenterologist

Nationwide Children's Hospital

Oscar "Hank" Mayer, MD

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

Merick Yamada, MD

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