As a member of the IgG4-RD community, we hope you will join us on Thursday, June 27, 2024, at 12n PT / 1pm MT/ 2pm CT/ 3pm ET via Zoom for a presentation and Q&A session titled, "Meeting the Challenge of Rare Disease: 25 Years of Lessons Learned" with Dr. Al Freedman, a clinical psychologist with over 25 years of experience supporting those living with complex medical conditions, including rare diseases.

During the session, Dr. Al will share his story and lessons learned as both a rare disease dad and a psychologist. This will be followed by a Q&A session focused on supporting those living with IgG4-RD.



Biography of Dr. Al:

Albert Freedman, PhD. has a unique voice as a psychologist and the father of an adult son who lived for 26 years with a rare disease. As a practicing psychologist in independent practice, Dr. Freedman has provided counseling services to children, adolescents, adults, and families for over 25 years. He specializes in working with families affected by rare disease and complex medical conditions.  Dr. Freedman is able to work with clients in over 40 states via telehealth thanks to the Psychology Inter-jurisdictional Compact (PSYPACT).


Dr. Freedman provides consultation to rare disease advocacy organizations, bio-pharmaceutical companies, and health care organizations, and schools. He speaks at conferences nationally and globally on challenges facing families affected by special health care needs.


Website: https://www.rarecounseling.com