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The National Amyloidosis Centre: A guide for clinicians

18 August 2026

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This short video outlines the role of the NAC (National Amyloidosis Centre) in managing patients you refer to them with suspected amyloidosis. It highlighting the use of accurate diagnostic testing techniques available at the NAC, including imaging, histology and proteomics, as well as the genetic testing and counselling that provide important components of holistic care.
Key takeaways:
  • Early detection and diagnosis are key for improving outcomes in people with amyloidosis
  • There are 3 major types of amyloidosis seen at the NAC, each requiring specialised treatment
  • The NAC processes over 2500 cases of amyloidosis per year and offers a holistic approach to managing amyloidosis, including genetic counselling
Speakers

Christine Chiti, Clinical TTR Nurse Specialist
Emily Dixon, Principal Genetic Counsellor
Professor Marianna Fontana, Deputy Clinical and Research Lead
Janet Gilbertson, Head of Histology; Proteomic Service and Laboratory Manager
Professor Julian Gillmore, NAC Research Lead
Professor Philip Hawkins, Consultant Physician; Clinical Director; Founder of NAC
Dr Yousuf Razvi, Clinical Research Fellow
Angelique Smit, Lead Clinical and Research Nurse
Dr Tamer Rezk, Consultant Nephrologist
Professor Ashu Wechalekar, Laboratory Director and Consultant Haematologist
Dr Carol Whelan, Consultant Cardiologist

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What to expect when you visit the National Amyloidosis Centre

  • Angelique Smit, Darren Foard, David Hutt, Tamer Rezk, Ana Martinez Naharro, Dorota Rowczenio, Emily Dixon, Philip Hawkins

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Funding for these videos has come from multiple pharmaceutical industry sponsors. Further details of each company’s involvement can be found on the video page.

 

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