Welcoming Dr. Apostolos Papandreou to Action for BPAN!

Dr. Apostolos Papandreou joins the Action for BPAN team as a Medical and Research Advisor and founding member of our growing Medical Advisory Board

Dr. Apostolos Papandreou, Consultant in Metabolic Medicine and Rare Neurological Disorders at Great Ormond Street Hospital and Honorary Associate Professor at UCL, has joined the Action for BPAN Medical Advisory Board.

Dr. Papandreou is internationally recognised for his work in rare neurological conditions, with a particular focus on BPAN (Beta-Propeller Protein-Associated Neurodegeneration) and related neurodegeneration with brain iron accumulation (NBIA) disorders. He has published extensively on BPAN, contributed to international guidelines, and works closely with families and researchers worldwide to improve care and accelerate progress towards therapies. His research has also explored the use of cardiac glycosides as a potential treatment for BPAN, opening up exciting new possibilities for the future. 

His clinical expertise, research knowledge, and dedication to families living with BPAN make him an invaluable addition to our medical advisory board. We are honoured to have his input and support as we continue driving forward research, advocacy, and support for the BPAN community. 

Exciting times lie ahead for Action for BPAN and our community, as progress continues, connections strengthen, and awareness of BPAN spreads 💙🩷