Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis Clinic

The Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) Clinic is involved in the care of patients who have motor neuron diseases (ALS/PLS/Kennedy's disease etc.).

The ALS Clinic functions as a resource of expertise (neurology, respirology, physical medicine, palliative care and allied health) in the diagnosis and management of ALS. Provides education, assessment, treatment, and support for people with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), primary lateral sclerosis (PLS) and other motor neuron diseases.

This service provides:

• confirmation of diagnosis
• treatment and disease management
• education and support to patients and family
• telephone consultation and liaison with community services