Nancy L Kuntz

Dr. Nancy L Kuntz is a Professor of Pediatrics (Neurology and Epilepsy) at Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine and a specialist in the Ken and Ruth Davee Department of Neurology. She joined Northwestern in December 2009 and serves as Medical Director of the Mazza Foundation Neuromuscular Disorders Program, the PPMD Duchenne Care Center, and the MDA Care Center at Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago.

Dr. Kuntz is a board-certified child neurologist with additional certifications in Pediatrics, Electrodiagnostic Medicine, and Autonomic Medicine. Her educational background includes:

• MD from Boston University (1975)
• Pediatrics Residency at Johns Hopkins Hospital (1977)
• Child Neurology Fellowship at Mayo Graduate School of Medicine (1980)
• Clinical Electromyography Fellowship at Mayo Graduate School of Medicine (1982)

Dr. Kuntz's research focuses on developing less invasive methods for diagnosing neuromuscular disorders in children and serves as site Principal Investigator for multiple clinical trials targeting these conditions. Her work spans disorders of peripheral nerves, neuromuscular junctions, and muscles, with particular emphasis on characterizing the autonomic nervous system in pediatric patients.

Her recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on spinal muscular atrophy and neuromuscular disorders, with multiple publications in high-impact journals like The Lancet Neurology. Her research shows consistent interest in clinical trial methodology, treatment efficacy, and outcomes in pediatric neuromuscular conditions.

Dr. Kuntz has received recognition through various professional appointments:

• Fellow of the American Academy of Neurology (2019-present)
• Member of the Executive Committee of the Cooperative International Neuromuscular Research Group (2018-present)
• Member of the CureSMA Medical and Scientific Advisory Board (2015-present)
• Member of the Myasthenia Gravis Foundation of America Medical and Scientific Advisory Board (2010-present)
• Longstanding membership in the American Autonomic Society (1995-present) and Child Neurology Society (1977-present)

As a clinician, Dr. Kuntz emphasizes comprehensive, multidisciplinary, family-centered care for children with neuromuscular and autonomic disorders. She has been instrumental in developing the neuroimmunology component of these clinical disorders at Lurie Children's Hospital.

Dr. Kuntz leads the Mazza Foundation Neuromuscular Disorders Program and directs specialized care centers for Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy and other neuromuscular conditions at Lurie Children's Hospital, providing comprehensive care for patients across the Chicago region.