"Unfortunately, no treatments currently exist to cure ALS; however, many treatments exist to manage symptoms and provide comfort," says Dr. Jerath. Two FDA-approved medicines can significantly delay the onset of symptoms. At our ALS clinic, we provide symptom management through whole-person care. Our approach is to make it easier to navigate through this challenging diagnosis by providing trained experts from varying fields who can educate, teach, and become a formal part of their support team during the allotted 2.5-hour appointment. Together we determine goals of care and work collaboratively to ensure each person’s needs and goals for their care are heard. Our clinic includes physical, occupational, speech and respiratory therapy services, as well as mobility specialists, a registered dietitian, a representative from the ALS Association (ALSA) and clinical social workers to address any psychosocial barriers to feeling whole. Unique to AdventHealth, we provide genetic testing and counseling by our free in-clinic genetic counselor. "ALS doesn't just affect a patient's physical health. That is why we are committed to caring for your whole health — body, mind, and spirit," explains Dr. Jerath. “An ALS diagnosis is devastating and life-altering for the person living with ALS as well as their care partner and family. Our goal as clinical social workers is to provide supportive counseling and psychoeducation and assist with care navigation throughout the person’s continuum of care,” explains Laura Russell, LCSW.