Huntington's Disease Patient Referrals
The Genetically Handicapped Person's Program (GHPP) Clinic is staffed by a multidisciplinary team of medical professionals who specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of persons affected with HD. The team includes neurologists, a psychiatrist, clinical nurse specialist, neuropsychologists, a social worker, center coordinator, and dietician. Clinic visits include complementary scheduling for physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech and swallowing evaluations, mobility equipment referrals, and other recurring services.
Under the leadership of the HDCRC's Director, Jody Corey-Bloom, MD, PhD, the team strives to provide excellent service to referring physicians. Our commitment to you includes:
- Returning the patient back to you
- Providing timely consultations
- Coordination of care among our multidisciplinary staff
- Follow-up communication
- Assistance in the management and care of patients at risk for and affected by HD
- Genetic testing
- Therapies to improve quality of life
How to Refer a Patient
- Call the HDCRC coordinator, Krisha Bagga, at (858) 249-0569
- Fax a request to (858) 249-0573
Our Locations
UCSD Huntington's Disease Clinical Research Center
Shiley-Marcos Alzheimer's Disease Research Center
9444 Medical Center Drive, Suite 1-100
La Jolla, CA 92037
Genetically Handicapped Person's Program Clinic
UCSD Chancellor Park Neurology Suite
4510 Executive Drive
Suite 325
La Jolla, CA 92037
Research Opportunities
- Contact Krisha Bagga by email at kbagga@health.ucsd.edu or call (858) 249-0569 for more information
- See current open clinical trials available at UCSD