FOR PATIENTS & FAMILIES

Living with MSMDS or an ACTA2-related condition can feel overwhelming, especially at the beginning.

This space is designed to help you understand the condition, find the right support, and connect with others who share a similar journey.

Understanding the Condition

Learning about MSMDS is often the first step toward feeling more in control.


Understanding how the condition works, how it may affect the body, and what to expect can help you navigate decisions and conversations with greater confidence.



Learn about MSMDS

Finding the right specialists

Access to experienced medical teams can make a meaningful difference in care and outcomes.


You can explore our Reference Medical Teams page (Link:/reference-medical-teams)  to find clinicians and centers familiar with MSMDS and ACTA2-related conditions.


If you are unsure where to start or would like support identifying the right specialists in your area, ACTA2 Alliance can help guide you and connect you with teams who have experience in this field


Get help finding specialist care

Connecting with other families

Talking to others who understand your experience can make a powerful difference.



Across the MSMDS community, families connect regularly to share experiences, ask questions, and support one another. These are some ways you can connect with other families and the wider community.


Family Circle Meetings

A regular space where families come together to share experiences, ask questions, and support one another in a safe and understanding environment.

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MSMDS Family Support Group (Facebook)

A private space where families affected by MSMDS can connect, share experiences, and support each other.

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RACTA2 Support Group (Facebook)

A broader community for individuals and families affected by ACTA2-related conditions, offering connection, shared knowledge, and peer support.

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International MSMDS Conferences

A unique opportunity to meet families, clinicians, and researchers from around the world, sharing experiences, learning together, and building lasting connections within the community.

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Contribute to research

Families play a key role in advancing knowledge and improving future care.



By sharing information and participating in research initiatives, you can help accelerate understanding and bring new treatments closer.


Learn how to participate in research

You are not alone in this journey.


We walk it alongside you, offering support, sharing knowledge, and keeping you connected every step of the way.


To make sure you don’t miss a thing, we invite you to join our mailing list, our official communication channel, where we share the latest updates on research and care as they happen. 

You will also receive a short welcome series after subscribing, with links to family pages and key resources to help you get started.

Join the MSMDS community