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Velo-Cardio-Facial syndrome is the second most common genetic disorder. It affects thousands of Americans, many of whom don�t know it�s the cause of their learning disabilities. Quinn Bradlee and the man who first identified the syndrome - Dr. Robert Shprintzen - join Diane to talk about living with the ailment.
Quinn Bradlee, Author
Dr. Robert Shprintzen, Director of The Velo-Cardio-Facial Syndrome International Center and Professor of Otolaryngology and Professor of Pediatrics at the State University of New York Upstate Medical University in Syracuse.
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