Location: Boston Marriott Newton
Address: 2345 Commonwealth Ave., Newton, MA 02459
Date: September 19, 2026
Curious about the latest resources, medical advances, and wellness options available to people living with myasthenia gravis? Join us at a free MGFA Community Health Fair, now in our fifth year!
- Hear from and talk with medical professionals
- Access educational and wellness resources
- Learn more about managing myasthenia gravis
- Meet others in the MG Community
- Connect with each other, share stories and guidance
- Free to attend
Each event includes educational presentations by MG experts, time to get to know others in the MG Community, and a chance to visit exhibitors. Parking is free at all events (validation may be required).
Speakers:
- Michael Slama, MD, PhD, Massachusetts General Hospital
- Panel Discussion: Being Your Own Advocate with MG
With Siobhain Carolan, Janel Worcester-Brown, and Steve Bartley; Moderated by Samantha Masterson, MGFA President and CEO- Finding your voice and becoming an advocate for yourself
- Communicating with your healthcare team
- Preparing for appointments and making sure your concerns are heard
- Advocating for yourself with family, friends, or others who may not understand MG
- Lessons you’ve learned through your own experience
