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It is difficult to say what is impossible for the dreams of yesterday are the hopes of today and the reality of tomorrow. – Robert H. Goddard

Our Mission

The Acid Maltase Deficiency Association’s driving force lies in its efforts to advance research, improve care, and ensure early diagnosis for individuals and families affected by Pompe disease. Founded by the House family and guided by individuals living with Pompe disease, AMDA works through deep collaboration with global experts, industry, and policymakers to translate science into informed, compassionate support for the Pompe disease community.
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What is Pompe disease?

Pompe disease is one of a family of 49 rare genetic disorders known as Lysosomal Storage Diseases or LSDs. Pompe disease is also known as Acid Maltase Deficiency or Glycogen Storage Disease type II.

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If you are a newly diagnosed patient, please email info@amda-pompe.org and someone will return your message within 24-48 hours.

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Webinar

Immune Responses to AAV Gene Therapy

Immune Responses to AAV Gene Therapy

Title: Immune Responses to AAV Gene Therapy: Challenges and Emerging Solutions
Date: Thursday, April 23, 2026
Time: 12 p.m. CST / 1 p.m. EST
Speaker:
Abigail Benkert, MD

Summary:
Immune responses to AAV gene therapy remain a major barrier to its access and effectiveness. This talk will highlight key immune challenges and emerging strategies to overcome them, including antibody-cleaving enzymes and novel capsids designed to evade pre-existing immunity.

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Upcoming Talking With Your Pompe Peeps Session

Let’s Talk Diet — The Real Talk

Let’s Talk Diet — The Real Talk

Title: Let’s Talk Diet — The Real Talk
Date: Thursday, May 28, 2026
Time: 12 p.m. CST / 1 p.m. EST
Moderators:
AMDA Staff
Summary:
We all know eating well matters, but let’s be honest, actually sticking to a diet is hard. Life gets busy, cravings are real, and sometimes the foods we’re “supposed” to eat just don’t excite us. Living with Pompe adds another layer to that challenge, and nobody gets that better than your Pompe Peeps.

This session is all about having an open, honest conversation about why diet matters for our community, the everyday struggles of staying on track, and — the fun part — swapping recipes that actually taste good. We’ll kick things off with a few recipes to get the ideas flowing, but we really want to hear from you. What’s on your plate? What works? What doesn’t?

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Tiffany Laurel House

January 22, 1983  –  May 25, 2025

President, Acid Maltase Deficiency Association – Chair, International Pompe Association

“She was a beacon of grace, poise, and determination until the very end.”

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