Alexander M. Zygmunt, MD

As a pediatric neurologist, I care for children, adolescents, and young adults with neuromuscular disorders. In the comprehensive neuromuscular clinic, I collaborate with many other specialists to best provide care that focuses on all aspects of a patient’s health. Through rapid, open communication, our team can come up with a plan that not only benefits neuromuscular health, but also accounts for heart, lung, bone, dietary and psychological health.

In my research, I focus on the motor function impact that varying gene mutations can cause Duchenne and Becker muscular dystrophy (so called “genotype-phenotype” correlations). I also am looking into biomarker trends and early motor function outcomes to search for clues that can predict long term outcomes in Duchenne and Becker muscular dystrophy. I believe more work in these areas can help better individualize and personalize care in this field.

My interest in neurology was sparked after unforgettable patient interactions I had early in my training, and my passion grew over time. I was fascinated with how the field combines both a deep sense of history, a neurologic examination that has been practiced over centuries, with brand new, cutting-edge science, specifically that of molecular biology. This is especially so in neuromuscular medicine, in which the diagnostic technology and treatment for genetically based disorders are rapidly evolving.

I believe the key to great care rests in a patient-doctor relationship that is based upon trust, open communication and well-informed, shared decision making.

My interests outside of medicine are cycling, basketball (watching and playing) and hiking.