October 27, 2009

ALS Researcher Lisa S. Krivickas Passes Away of ALS 

Lisa S. Krivickas, M.D. has passed away of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis. A member of the Northeast Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis Consortium (NEALS), Dr. Krivickas held appointments at Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital, Massachusetts General Hospital, and Brigham and Women's Hospital. 

Dr. Krivickas dedicated her clinical career to the care of patients with neuromuscular diseases, including ALS. Her research aimed to increase the understanding of muscle function and dysfunction in neuromuscular disease at multiple levels. One of her main interests was the search for pharmacologic treatments for neuromuscular disease. 

Dr. Krivickas is survived by her husband and their two young children, as well as her father, sister and mother-in-law. The NEALS community has supported Dr. Krivickas throughout this past year. Her memory and contributions to the field will not be forgotten.  

The entire NEALS community extends its deepest sympathies to the Krivickas family.