Mitochondrial Disease: Testing and Referral Pathways

The diagnostic work-up for suspected mitochondrial disease (mito) is a step-wise procedure, with GPs playing a key role. Much of the work is done by an initial comprehensive history of the individual’s symptoms, the family history, and a full systems review. Clinical investigations are commenced by the GP to complete the systems review and confirm any symptomatology. Join metabolic physician and clinical geneticist Prof David Coman as he discusses the various diagnostic tests, organ or multi-system assessments available in primary care. 

Presenter - Professor David Coman, MBBS MPhil FRACP

Professor David Coman is a Metabolic Physician and Clinical Geneticist at Department of Neuroscience / Children’s Health Queensland Hospital and Health Service. He graduated from the University of Queensland in 1995. He gained wide exposure to General Paediatrics, Neonatology, Clinical Genetics and Metabolic Medicine through training positions in Brisbane, Rockhampton, Melbourne, the United Kingdom and Ireland. Under the supervision of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians, he completed his General Paediatric Training in 2005 and sub-specialty training in 2006.