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Keep Up!Be in the know! Follow our Calendar of Events. There are many exciting activities planned throughout 2010 to help you stay connected and get involved.About UsFrom Abetalipoproteinemia to Zellweger Syndrome, Metabolic Plaza focuses on ensuring quality patient care. From advocacy and education to reimbursement of specialty foods and medication, Metabolic Plaza provides unique services with personal attention to detail. Metabolic Plaza is your link to foods and formulas, up-to-date educational resources, and healthcare providers trained to serve patients with metabolic disorders and their families.Our MissionWe aspire that every patient leads a healthy, happy, and productive life.How can we attain this goal? Compliance We desire that every patient remains compliant with his or her prescribed diet and/or medication regimen. Compliance is the only way to ensure the highest quality of life possible. This truth must be instilled into all involved in patient care. Simplicity Our staff works closely with patients and their families, physicians, food suppliers, pharmaceutical manufacturers, and insurers. We make acquiring medications, foods, and formulas as simple as possible by billing insurances, obtaining prior authorizations, and acting as the patients’ advocate. We work for the patient. Care We develop personal relationships and understand the main component of healthcare is care. We see each patient as an individual whose needs we are compelled to meet. About MetabolismMetabolism is the process your body uses to convert the proteins, fats, and carbohydrates in your food into usable energy. Chemicals in your body break down these important components as they pass through your digestive tract, to be used immediately or to be stored for later use. A metabolic disorder occurs when the chemicals involved in this process are absent or do not work normally. These disorders may be inherited from your parents or they may occur later in life due to disease. Many metabolic disorders are treated primarily with medications, but in some cases, diet is the only way to avoid or control the symptoms brought about by the metabolic disorder.Our ServicesInformationMetabolic Plaza is an easy link to educational resources concerning metabolic disorders. Metabolic Plaza is a means of communication with other patients and families with similar concerns and questions. Our Calender of Events informs of upcoming meetings, conferences, or other events so patients and families can plan ahead. Calendar of Events University of Washington PKU Clinic National PKU News Organic Acidemia Association Williams Syndrome Association National Urea Cycle Disorders Maple Syrup Urine Disease Foundation Support Advocacy As a patient of Metabolic Plaza you have an advocate willing to help voice your concerns. We work diligently on behalf of our patients to stay informed of new developments in formulas, foods, and medications, and keep these industries informed of our services as well. Our ability to work closely with industry ensures our patients are treated with care and dedication. Online Catalog Search for the products you need and order them online. You may also call us and tell us what you need. Contact Us Billing We bill third party payors so you don't have to. Shipping Foods, formulas, and medications are shipped directly to your home for your convenience, making compliance that much easier. |