Simply put, patients don t know when they have eaten enough. Treatment takes the form of education, diet and exercise, which can be particularly challenging for the mentally retarded. Cassidy is currently developing an interdisciplinary management program for PWS at UCI Medical Center that includes a dietician, endocrinologist and behavioral psychologist. Respecting Patients Inevitably, the subject of genetics raises ethical concerns, especially when it touches on the family. Cassidy is sensitive to this.
People fear discrimination.
We take great pains to ensure confidentiality. Also, we respect people s backgrounds and beliefs in making decisions. However, we have tremendous tools to help families make sound treatment decisions and increase the happiness and health of their children.