IVIG – What Parents and Caregivers Need to Know

Town Hall April 2024, IVIG, Tory, Cherwin, Vogel, Alderfer

Hear from a panel of four experts about IVIG, including important tips for a successful IVIG journey.

Presenters include: VP of Patient Advocacy Michelle Vogel, MPA at IV Solutions RX, Heather Tory, MD, MPH, CPPS, a Pediatric Rheumatologist and Associate Chief Quality and Patient Safety Officer at Connecticut Children’s, Laurel Cherwin, BSN, RN, IgCN an immunology Clinical Nurse Educator, Medical Affairs Octapharma and Kristine Alderfer, President, Cure JM Board of Directors.

The panel will discuss a variety of must-know information on successful IVIG treatment days, navigating the system, at-home vs. outpatient options, pre & post-treatment checklists, and more.

Natalia in her Team Natalia Shirt

Natalia’s Story

Natalia is seven years old, and in January 2021, she began experiencing pain. Everyday tasks were difficult. Natalia’s parents, Lindsay and Matt, reached out to

Volunteer Spotlight- Kristine Alderfer

Kristine has been involved in Cure JM through volunteer roles for many years, and her involvement has become a family affair, as her daughter Katherine is a patient advocate for others with the disease.

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