--- title: "Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) services at Sutter Health" description: "Get ALS care at Sutter, including tailored symptom management and access to cutting-edge clinical trials exploring new, promising treatment possibilities." url: "https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/amyotrophic-lateral-sclerosis-als" --- 1. [Home](https://www.sutterhealth.org/) / 2. [Services](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services) / 3. Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) services at Sutter Health ![woman-in-wheelchair-with-doctor](https://edge.sitecorecloud.io/sutterhealt962c-sutterhealt8fce-production57cc-4860/media/Project/SutterHealth/SutterHealth/Images/medical-doctors/woman-in-wheelchair-with-doctor1.jpg?h=2749&iar=0&w=5000) # Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) A diagnosis of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is life-altering in every way. At Sutter, we’ll help you navigate ALS with a team of nationally recognized clinicians focused on your care. [Find an ALS specialist](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider-results?staticFilters=%5B%7B%22displayName%22%3A%22Amyotrophic%20Lateral%20Sclerosis%20\(ALS\)%22%2C%22selected%22%3Atrue%2C%22filter%22%3A%7B%22kind%22%3A%22disjunction%22%2C%22combinator%22%3A%22%24or%22%2C%22filters%22%3A%5B%7B%22kind%22%3A%20%22fieldValue%22%2C%22fieldId%22%3A%22c_relatedConditions.name%22%2C%22value%22%3A%22Amyotrophic%20Lateral%20Sclerosis%20\(ALS\)%22%2C%22matcher%22%3A%22%24eq%22%7D%5D%7D%7D%5D%0A&verticalKey=healthcare_professionals) [Request a referral](https://www.sutterhealth.org/referrals) ![woman-in-wheelchair-with-doctor](https://edge.sitecorecloud.io/sutterhealt962c-sutterhealt8fce-production57cc-4860/media/Project/SutterHealth/SutterHealth/Images/medical-doctors/woman-in-wheelchair-with-doctor1.jpg?h=2749&iar=0&w=5000) ## Why choose Sutter? For thousands of people with ALS, simple movements become increasingly challenging. We understand the physical, mental and emotional aspects this disease presents for patients and their loved ones. From breathing support to mobility, communication and comfort, our neuromuscular specialists, physical therapy and rehabilitation, and palliative care teams work together to help you maintain the best quality of life. While there's not yet a cure for ALS, we’re committed to researching new treatments at our [Forbes Norris MDA/ALS Research and Treatment Center](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/amyotrophic-lateral-sclerosis-als#forbes-norris) in San Francisco. Through clinical trials like the [Healey Platform Trial](https://www.sutterhealth.org/research/clinical-trials/als-healey-platform-trial-master-protocol-2057369170) and UniQure Gene Therapy Trial, you’ll have access to cutting-edge care targeting the root of ALS. Some trials even offer an Open-Label Extension (OLE), allowing continued treatment beyond the study. You're not in this alone. We're redefining ALS care by combining symptom management with groundbreaking research to support you at every stage. ## Need a referral? Chat live with our team Monday through Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm, or call us at [888-834-1788.](tel:+8888341788.) [Request a referral](https://www.sutterhealth.org/referrals) ## Diagnostics - Blood test - Electromyography - [Genetic testing](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/genetic-testing-counseling) - Lumbar puncture - Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) - Muscle Biopsy - Nerve Conduction Studies - Urinalysis ## Treatments - Antioxidants - Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) Devices - Gene Therapy - [Hospice Care](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/hospice-care) - Medication management - Muscle Relaxants - Neuroprotective Drugs - [Nutritional support](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/nutrition) - [Occupational therapy](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/occupational-therapy) - Pain management - [Physical therapy](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/physical-therapy) - Respiratory support - Respiratory Therapy - [Speech and language therapy](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/speech-and-language-therapy) - Stem Cell Therapy ## Specialty programs The Forbes Norris MDA/ALS Research and Treatment Center in San Francisco provides comprehensive muscular dystrophy and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) diagnostic and treatment services. Our multidisciplinary team provides the care necessary to allow you to live your life with dignity and supports you and your family throughout your illness. Our experienced, knowledgeable staff is committed to providing outstanding care to effectively manage all aspects of your condition. We’re one of the largest ALS clinical research centers in the United States, an ALS Association Certified Treatment Center of Excellence, and one of six national Muscular Dystrophy Association ALS Centers dedicated to ALS and muscular dystrophy treatment. Our patients participate in cutting-edge clinical trials seeking new ways to slow the progression of neuromuscular disease. Additionally, we’re working on bringing the latest molecular biological findings about motor nerve cells directly from the laboratory bench to the bedside. The courage and dignity of our ALS families inspires us to work even harder to keep hope alive. Call [415-600-3604](tel:+4156003604) for more information. ![researcher-microscope](https://edge.sitecorecloud.io/sutterhealt962c-sutterhealt8fce-production57cc-4860/media/Project/SutterHealth/SutterHealth/Images/medical-doctors/researcher-microscope.jpg?h=1415&iar=0&w=2119) ## ALS research While ALS affects nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord, advances in neuroscience are paving the way for improved therapies and symptom relief. [View Research](https://www.sutterhealth.org/research-search-results?facets=%5B%7B%22i%22%3A%22c_researchTopics.name%22%2C%22v%22%3A%5B%22ALS%22%5D%7D%5D&limit=10&query=%22ALS%22&verticalKey=clinical_trial) ## Patient stories [View all stories](https://www.sutterhealth.org/patient-stories) - [Patient story ### Research Connection Leads Patient to Enroll in ALS Trial ](https://www.sutterhealth.org/patient-stories/research-connection-leads-patient-to-enroll-in-als-trial-2023563950) - [Patient story ### New study of targeted ALS drug brings hope to Sutter patient ](https://www.sutterhealth.org/patient-stories/new-study-of-targeted-als-drug-brings-hope-to-sutter-patient-1042868306) [View all stories](https://www.sutterhealth.org/patient-stories) ## ALS care for symptoms, comfort and quality of life Find a neuromuscular specialist at Sutter who helps manage symptoms, maintain comfort and support quality of life with ALS. 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