Global Leadership National and international consultation Dissemination of literature and treatment protocols Transfer of technology

Comprehensive Treatment Medical complications Rehabilitation Wound care Reconstructive surgery

If leprosy did not destroy nerves it would be a simple skin infection. For the patients in the United States, the National Hansen’s Disease Program is the ONLY center for the comprehensive treatment, education, and research for leprosy.

Expertise in: Immunology, epidemiology, microbiology, pathology, molecular biology New alternative methods of diagnosis and treatment Unique research resources Training of Health Professionals Seminars Training programs for medical doctors, occupational therapists, physical therapists, nurses, orthotists and podiatrists Teleconferences, workshops and lectures