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To improve the lives of persons affected by syringomyelia, Chiari malformation and related disorders while we find the cure.

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Join the PA Walk!

Do you live in the Pennsylvania area? Are you looking for a way to get involved in the cause?  Then come out for the ChiariPeople of PA’s Walk for a Cure on September 18, 2010.  There will be lots activities including vendor stands, free massages, bake sale, raffle and food and drink and much more!  Your participation [...] More »

Volunteer Awards

Each year ASAP acknowledges the people who have given their time, energy, and efforts throughout the year to help ASAP fulfill its mission. We were pleased to present our annual Volunteer awards at the 2010 Chiari & Syringomyelia Conference to the following individuals and families that embody the “Together We Can” Spirit!     Helping Hands Volunteers Sheryl Andre Melanie Gaffney Janice Rucker LaToya [...] More »

ASAP Welcomes New Board Members

The ASAP Board of Directors is pleased to announce the addition of  two new Board members.  Dr.  Erol Veznedaroglu is the  Director of  Neurosciences and Endovascular & Cerebrovascular Neurosurgery and  Stroke & Cerebrovascular Center of New Jersey.  He has been a welcome guest speaker at many ASAP support group meetings in the New Jersey area [...] More »

Now On Sale! Conference Lectures

Now you can purchase the 2009 Conference Notebook.  Thirty-four  lectures, PowerPoint slides, and question and answer sessions have been transcribed from ASAP’s Chiari & Syringomyelia Conference (2009 Quest for Understanding).  All eight modules are included in this comprehensive notebook.   This incredible resource covers a wide range of topics pertaining to Chiari malformation, syringomyelia and related disorders from leading experts.  (Table [...] More »

Chiari and Syringomyelia Conference

Looking for the ultimate experience in learning, sharing, and connecting with others in the SM and CM community?  Then come to Austin, TX for the annual ASAP Chiari & Syringomyelia Conference, July 21-24.  New this year we will be offering attendees the opportunity to watch a video of a  real Chiari decompression.  Not your cup of tea?  That’s [...] More »

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