NGDF . . . the leading source of help and hope for Graves’ disease!
   
HELPING PATIENTS & FAMILY MEMBERS
The Graves’ Disease Foundation is committed to reaching out to those affected by Graves’ and other thyroid related diseases.  Programs provide patients and caregivers counseling, support, and referrals to medical professionals.  Our goal is to help you understand how the thyroid influences your every day living.  We will support research to find the cause and cure of Graves’ disease.
You can help … join the fight!
 
 
 Conference Speakers Update:

Terry Smith, MD
 
DavidCooper,MD
Ray Douglas,MD
 
Alon Kahana,MD
 Ira Lesser, MD
 
Nancy Patterson, PhD.- Founder
 ALSO:
 Jonathon Dutton, MD
 Larry Woods, MD
 Richard Kleinmann, MD
 

 
Special Discount Offer till Sept 5  - Register Now & SAVE!
 
 
 
Bridge to Wellness
 
My Thyroid & Me ...
a Better Understanding
 
Dr. Terry Smith, GDF Chief Medical & Scientific Officer announces outstanding  Seakers for the Oct. Conference
 
 
 
Campaign for a Cure
Graves' Disease
 
Partner with the Graves' Thyroid Disease Foundation in our goal to raise $1 million dollars so gifted scientists & researchers can develop treatments and therapies that will find a cure for thyroid disease. You can make a difference by joining the GDF Founders Club.
 
To show our appreciation for your support in becoming a member you will receive a beautiful handcrafted Graves' Disease Signature Bracelet created by Board of Director member, Kathleen Bell Flynn. Click here for more details >>
 
  
 
  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
GDF Founder Club Chairs
 
Steve & Kathleen Flynn
 
 
 
 

Latest information of interest to Graves' thyroid patients, media or personal interest stories are linked below. You can comment on these stories by going to Contact Us  Tab.


Conference Registration OPEN: Join us at the Patient & Family Education Conference Oct. 16-17, 2009 in Charlotte, NC. This year's theme: "My Thyroid & Me ... A Better Understanding". Great speakers & topics.
"Discount Special rates" till Sept. 5. For details: CLICK HERE >> 

 <> Student meets Graves' challenge to see her dreams come back more ... 

 <> The use of PTU in children has been reported in the news. See the statement issued by the Endocrine Society.

<> Drewstock Concert - Sept. 12-13 in memory of musician with Graves'. Part of proceeds benefit GDF more ... 

Graves' SG allow patients & family to share feelings, & concerns, plus hear expert talks. More Support Groups are starting. If you would like to become a Leader or help to organize a group near your home; or maybe just talk to an "Adocate" near you click the Community Tab> Find a Support Group
 

NEW Murray, Utah Support Group will meet Tuesday Aug. 25 at Intermountain Medical Center 5121 So. Cottonwood St. Murray, UT. For more details or reservations contact Support Group Leader Kaye Lee Day at 801.259.7446 or email: kayeleeday@yahoo.com
 
Denver, Colorado SG 'Summer Potluck Picnic' Saturday, Aug. 22 from 2 to 5 PM at 1575 Iris St. Lakewood, Colorado 80215. For patients, family & kids - bring a disk to share. Contact SG Leader Elaine Martinez: 303.365.6153 or email: lakewoodgraves@yahoo.com for details.
 
Belleville, Illinois Support Group meets at the Memorial Hospital Auditorium 4500 Memorial Drive, Belleville, IL. For more details or reservations contact SG Leaders Becky & Andy Nicholson at their email: belleville_gdf@hotmail.com
 
Columbus, Ohio Support Group meets at The Eye Center, 262 Niel Ave. For more details - contact Support Grp Leader BJ Erickson at her email: lilly139@hotmail.com
 
Charlotte, North Carolina Support Group  meets at the South County Regional Library, 5801 Rea Rd. For details contact SG Leaders Laurie & Adrienne - email: ngdf.charlotte@gmail.com 
 
  
 
 

Patient & Family Conference
October 16-18, 2009
Charlotte, NC
 REGISTER NOW & SAVE