Huntington's Disease and Ataxia Clinic

The Huntington's Disease and Ataxia Clinic offers an integrated, holistic approach to your care. We know that managing the symptoms of Huntington's disease and ataxia can be complex and we are here to help you every step of the way. Our team provides the expertise and support to take care of all of your daily needs.

Because of our extensive expertise in providing care for Huntington’s disease, the clinic has been designated a Huntington’s Disease Society of America Center of Excellence. Our doctors have treated hundreds of patients and families with Huntington’s disease and are conducting research to improve care options for this disease.

Approach to Care

Our team believes in a holistic care approach, meaning that we care for all facets of Huntington’s disease and ataxia. We understand that these diagnoses can be emotionally devastating and impact various aspects of your life and your family’s life.

We provide consultations and treatment for people and families with no symptoms, those who are at risk for developing these conditions, couples who could pass the genes to their children, as well as all the way through advanced stage disease.

Our team works together to develop a treatment plan tailored to you, which may include:

• Genetic testing
• Drug therapy and symptom management
• Psychiatric care
• Physical therapy
• Clinical trials
• Community support resources

Huntington's Disease and Ataxia Clinic Team

All of the specialists you need are available in one clinic and can address your needs in an initial visit. We also offer future appointments for your second visit and beyond to address your specialized needs. During clinic visits, several team members work with you on specific aspects of your treatment plan.

Our team is made up of specialists including:

We also provide appropriate referrals outside of our team.

Support Groups

Huntington’s Disease Society of America Palo Alto Support Group

This support group provides a safe place to learn about Huntington’s disease, share experiences and resources, and find support from others who understand what it means to have Huntington’s disease in the family.

Second Tuesday of each month
7 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
First Baptist Church of Palo Alto
305 N. California Ave, Palo Alto, CA, 94301

For more information, contact Andrea Hanson-Kahn, support group facilitator.

Genetic Ataxia Support Group

We also offer a quarterly Ataxia Support Group for patients and caregivers – only one of two ataxia support groups in Northern California. For more information, contact Amee Jaiswal.