The Motivator: Spring 2008

Cover Story

Partners in Wellness

By Susan Wells Courtney, Dr. Richard Blanck, and Dr. Jack Burks
A positive doctor-patient relationship can be a valuable asset toward achieving wellness.

Departments

Up Front

By Douglas G. Franklin
MSAA's president and CEO discusses MSAA programs and outreach efforts.

Board Member Profile

Departing Board Member Jim McGuinness is featured.

Ask the Doctor

By Jack Burks, MD
MSAA's chief medical officer answers questions sent in by readers.

Research News

By Susan Wells Courtney
Recent study findings on drugs for MS are summarized.

Program Notes

By Robert Rapp and Peter Damiri
MSAA's expanded equipment programs; new MSi videos; and results from the Mobility and Exercise Survey.

Thoughts about Giving

By Bruce Makous
MSAA's Legacy contributors and events honoring donors are featured.

Symptom Awareness

By Maryann B. Hunsberger
Strategies for weight management with MS are discussed.

Health and Wellness

By Shelley Peterman Schwarz
Getting dressed to make life easier while looking and feeling your best.

Stories to Inspire

By Dr. Valecia D. Barber
A reader of The Motivator explains how determination and faith enabled her to fulfill her educational and professional goals.

Spread the Word

Three informative books from MSAA's Lending Library are featured.