The LGMD2L Foundation was established in 2018 to unite people afflicted by this rare disease, raise awareness, and provide a forum to connect, discuss, and build community. In 2024 we expanded our scope to begin actively funding research towards treatments. Our mission is to work together as a community to improve the lives of those affected by LGMD2L, accelerate the development of effective treatments, and ultimately find a cure.
LGMD2L Foundation
LGMD2L Foundation
About Us
Ralph Yaniz
Founder and President

Hal Tily, PhD
VP Research

Denny Sly
Board Member and Treasurer

Annaliese Sullivan
Board Member

Foundation Team
Foundation Team
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Professor Hyojung Choo, PhD
Emory University

Professor Criss Hartzell, PhD
Emory University

Professor Monkol Lek, PhD
Yale University

Ryan Mitchell, PhD
SVP Medical & Scientific Affairs, Satellos

Professor Perry Shieh, MD, PhD
UCLA

Professor Conrad Weihl, MD, PhD
Washington University, St. Louis
