The New England Consortium of Metabolic Programs brings together healthcare professionals at all levels involved in identifying and treating individuals with metabolic disorders. Consortium projects have included: conducting an annual meeting to highlight innovations and ongoing work in clinical and research practice, developing acute illness materials to be used by general practitioners and emergency room staff, and creating a new caregiver resource section for the webpage.  

 

The Consortium is an organization that encourages innovation and collaboration  to promote the health and well being of patients with inborn errors of metabolism

 

Our goals

  • Disseminate information on inborn errors of metabolism

  • Jointly develop and conduct research and quality improvement projects

  • Establish uniform treatment guidelines for individuals with metabolic disorders

  • Provide training for students in medicine and related fields

  • Collaborate in the development of social support programs and educational materials

  • Support patient and advocacy organizations

The New England Consortium of Metabolic Programs was founded over 25 years ago by Dr. Susan Waisbren, a clinical psychologist whose research shaped  our understanding of how early diagnosis and dietary treatment influence long-term neurodevelopmental outcomes in individuals with inborn errors of metabolism. Under new leadership, the Consortium continues the mission of bringing healthcare teams, patients, family advocacy groups and industry partners together to promote better clinical outcomes and quality of life. 

The Consortium website is available to professionals, patients, and families and provides access to information about metabolic disorders, newborn screening protocols, treatment guidelines, transition to adult care, community outreach activities, and support groups.

Membership in the Consortium is open to professionals and representatives from industry and parent/patient organizations.  Please visit our membership page for more information about joining the Consortium.  The Consortium does not require annual dues from members. Vendors who exhibit at or sponsor our annual meeting provide for the Consortium’s operating expenses, and Boston Children’s Hospital continues to provide administrative support.  

Join us to support our collaborative mission!

Amy Kritzer, MD and Suzanne Hollander, MS, RD

Directors, New England Consortium of Metabolic Programs 

 

Directors

Amy Kritzer, MD Suzanne Hollander, MS, RD