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Patient Directory And Registry Ifopa International Fibrodysplasia

Leo Migdal
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patient directory and registry ifopa international fibrodysplasia

This illustration was co-created with people living with FOP. According to the International Clinical Council (ICC) Guidelines, a multidisciplinary approach is essential to providing optimal patient care and lessening the chance for potentially harmful interventions.1 Regardless of the health consideration at hand, FOP will impact the types and ways in which care is given. Providers of all types and levels of experience should consult with an FOP expert when treating a patient with FOP. The International FOP Association (IFOPA) and ICC websites feature critical medical information and guidelines on the management of FOP. The ICC is an independent group of FOP clinical experts made up of 21 internationally recognized physicians from 14 countries.

The International Fibrodysplasia Ossificans Progressiva Association (IFOPA) continues to be a lifeline for families navigating this rare and complex condition. Their online library offers practical, patient-tested resources—covering everything from flare-up management to oral care tips—that help families feel more prepared for everyday challenges. In August, several Indian families benefited from IFOPA’s translated emergency care cards and home safety checklists. These tools ensured that parents could act quickly when new symptoms appeared and share accurate information with local doctors. FOP Trust India regularly connects newly diagnosed patients with IFOPA’s learning hub, allowing them to access credible, research-backed advice. For many, this bridge between global knowledge and local needs has reduced uncertainty and prevented harmful treatments.

By combining IFOPA’s global reach with the Trust’s on-ground network, families receive timely, tailored guidance—proving that knowledge is a form of care in itself. To learn more, visit: https://foptrust.org/For international resources, visit: https://www.ifopa.org/ 1520 Clay St, Ste H2, North Kansas City, MO 64116North Kansas City, Missouri, United States The International Fibrodysplasia Ossificans Progressiva Association (IFOPA) is a voluntary, non-profit organization that supports those afflicted by the rare genetic condition Fibrodysplasia Ossificans Progressiva and their families by instilling hope worldwide while searching for... Their mission is to eliminate FOP as a health concern through education, research, advocacy, and support. Fibrodysplasia ossificans progressiva (FOP) is a very rare inherited connective tissue disorder characterized by the abnormal development of bone in areas of the body where bone is not normally present (heterotopic ossification), such as...

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