Allow me make the same offer I make to all patients who let this community or me (directly) know when they're coming to NIH or the DC area:
If by chance you would like to meet in person, to share experiences and "put a face to a name," I would be pleased to come and greet you and your husband while you are at NIH. There's no obligation; many SCLS patients value their privacy, and I understand that.
If interested, let me know at _aporzeca@american.edu_