Each year, the United Mitochondrial Disease Foundation brings together clinical and basic science researchers sharing an interest in mitochondria from all over the world. Participants come from many fields, including biochemistry, genetics, neurosciences, cardiology, cancer, diabetes, nephrology, hematology, pediatrics and aging research.

During the symposium, patients and families meet others who, like themselves, are seeking knowledge. They may be parents or an individual with similar experiences or someone that lives close to them. Patient and family attendees are given many opportunities to meet some of the top mitochondrial specialists from around the world.

The symposium encourages the exchange of information and cultivates networking among physicians, researchers, patients and families. We will have a four-day scientific/clinical program and a two-day patient/family program.

Special Thanks to the Mitochondrial Medicine Society, Mitochondria Research Society, Mitochondrial Physiology Society, and the UMDF Scientific and Medical Advisory Board members for participating in the planning for UMDF annual symposia as well as supporting our mission!

NOTE:   This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the Essential Areas and Policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) and the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE); through the co/joint sponsorship of Northeast Ohio Medical University and the United Mitochondrial Disease Foundation.  Northeast Ohio Medical University is accredited by the ACCME and ACPE to provide continuing education for physicians and pharmacists.