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The Association of University Centers on Disabilities (AUCD)
AUCD is the national association representing a nationwide network of university centers participating in a variety of programs including: Developmental Disability Research Centers (DDRCs), University Centers for Developmental Disabilities Education (UCDDs), and Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental and Related Disorders (LEND).
The AUCD web site contains a wealth of information about UCEDDs, DDRCs, and LEND programs. Click here for a link on the AUCD web site that provides a detailed description of the LEND concept and history.
Alan K. Percy, M.D.
Director, Alabama's UCEDD
UAB LEND Project Director
UAB MRRC Scientist
Alan K. Percy, M.D.
Professor of Pediatric Neurology
CIRC Associate Director for
Clinical Research and Service
Alan K. Percy, M.D., Professor of Pediatric Neurology, joined the UAB School of Medicine faculty from the Baylor College of Medicine in 1992 as Director of Sparks Clinics and Director of Pediatric Neurology. Prior to leaving Baylor, Dr. Percy was Director of the Rett Center, NICHD-funded interdisciplinary project, devoted to research and care of females with Rett Syndrome (RS). Dr. Percy is an internationally known researcher on RS and presently directs the UAB Sparks Clinics Rett Syndrome Research program.
Dr. Percy has more than 30 years of experience in neurodevelopmental and related disorders and is recognized nationally and internationally for his achievements in this field. Dr. Percy has occupied prominent leadership positions in academic neurological societies.
Since 1998, Dr. Percy has served as Director of the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. He is a Fellow in both the American Academy of Pediatrics and American Academy of Neurology and is actively involved in many national and international pediatric and neurology societies. Dr. Percy is also active in many areas of research including the UAB Mental Retardation Research Center (MRRC), where he serves as an MRRC Scientist.
Dr. Percy was recently named one of America's Best Doctors on the http://www.bestdoctors.com/ web site. Only 4% of America's doctors are recognized in these listings based on surveys sent to leading specialists around the world.
Contacting Dr. Percy
Phone: 205-934-5471 or 205-934-8900
Fax: 205-975-2380
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