Neuro-Muscular Medicine

The Neuromuscular Clinic at the University of Colorado Hospital continues to serve as a regional referral center for the eleven-state area, with 1200 new patients and 2100 follow-up visits annually. The clinic and neuromuscular program are directed by Matthew Wicklund, MD, and includes Dianna Quan, MD, director of the Electrodiagnostic laboratory, Vera Fridman, MD, Stacy Dixon, MD, PhD, Laura A. Foster, MD, Debra O’Reilly, PA, Elizabeth Riddle, PA and a neuromuscular fellow. The clinic has a close working relationship with the neuromuscular clinic at Children’s Hospital Colorado, so that children with chronic neuromuscular conditions can successfully transition to adult care.

We interpret 150 muscle/nerve biopsies, perform 225 muscle and skin biopsy procedures and conduct 1250 electrodiagnostic (EMG/NCVs) studies, annually. Our multidisciplinary clinic for ALS and other neuromuscular disorders includes physical, occupational and speech therapy, a dietitian, a social worker, an orthotist, a durable medical equipment vendor and research coordinators. The clinic is sponsored by the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) and the Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis Association (ALSA). All patients are discussed in a weekly staff meeting.

The Neuromuscular program and research center have been in existence for more than 50 years and have made major educational and research contributions in a variety of diagnostic and therapeutic areas. We founded the Western ALS (WALS) Study group and continue to participate in multi-university trials with this consortium, as well as with the NEALS consortium.

Dr. Quan is director of the neuromuscular fellowship program, and Dr. Wicklund is the director of the muscle pathology fellowship programs. Our neuromuscular fellowship program is ACGME approved and includes rotations at University of Colorado Health and Children’s Hospital Colorado. The muscle pathology fellowship program is UCNS accredited. Fellows are required to complete a performance improvement project and are given the opportunity to participate in clinical research. Over the years, some have conducted independent research in a second year of fellowship and are now academic physicians at other universities. Our pediatric and adult neuromuscular faculty physicians attend a monthly neuromuscular research conference and are integrated into all of the educational programs of the Department of Neurology.

To make an appointment:

• Have your referring physician FAX your medical records, insurance information and demographic information to (720) 848-2106.
• Please allow 2 business days for processing of your paperwork.
• Then CALL (720) 848-2080 to schedule your appointment.
• Be sure to bring any MRI/CT scans, lab results, and pertinent medical records to your appointment.

We accept all PPO/HMO/POS plans. Please call your insurance carrier to verify benefits and coverage at University of Colorado Hospital. Medicaid and CICP are accepted in available resident’s clinic only for a one-time consultation; wait list may apply.

Learn more about your diagnosis at: 

Neuropathy Association

Myasthenia Gravis Foundation of America

Muscular Dystrophy Association

ALS Association