Velo-Cardio-Facial syndrome is the second most common genetic disorder. It affects thousands of Americans, many of whom donâ��t know itâ��s the cause of their learning disabilities. Quinn Bradlee and the man who first identified the syndrome – Dr. Robert Shprintzen – join Diane to talk about living with the ailment.

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  • Quinn Bradlee Author
  • Dr. Robert Shprintzen Director of The Velo-Cardio-Facial Syndrome International Center and Professor of Otolaryngology and Professor of Pediatrics at the State University of New York Upstate Medical University in Syracuse.

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