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Improving the quality of medical care 
for little people by supporting research

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Growing Stronger

We raise donations that are granted out to researchers focused on dwarfism, and connect Little People with experts who can help answer their questions.

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LP Doc Talk

A series of conversations with world-leading doctors and experts focused on dwarfism. Join us live online for each session, or visit recorded archives. 

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Dwarfism

Dwarfism refers to short stature with an adult height of 4' 10" or shorter and can  be a component of more than 200 distinct medical conditions. 

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Videos & Presentations

View videos and presentations from leading experts and doctors on skeletal dysplasia and other concerns of the 
Little People community. 
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We've partnered with Doctella to bring you all the LP Doc Talk Q&A's
in an easy, searchable format, to help you make your medical care a success.
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Testimonials

“Medical care-related research will make a significant impact on the quality of life for little people.”
Dr. Michael AiJohns 
Hopkins Hospital

"Growing Stronger's mission to 
raise funds and support researchers will help improve the quality of medical care available to little people.”
Dr. William Mackenzie
Nemours 
Alfred I. duPont Hospital for Children

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​Apply for a Grant

Growing Stronger, in collaboration with Little People of America and the LPA's Medical Advisory Board, award grants to help promote and foster research that aims to improve the quality of medical care and social support for individuals with skeletal dysplasia.

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  • Home
  • About Us
    • About Growing Stronger
    • Founding Donors
    • Scientific Advisory Committee
    • UK Chapter
    • Privacy Statement
    • News >
      • In the News
  • Learn
    • Frequently Asked Questions
    • Parent Resources
    • Blogs >
      • Dr. Morry's Blog
      • Dr. Jyoti's Blog
      • Greg Lunstrum's Blog
      • Dr. Wilcox's Blog
      • Dr. Mohammadi's Blog
      • Amer's Blog
    • Videos and Presentations
    • How to raise funds
    • How to Join Team Growing Stronger
    • Description of Target Molecule
  • Donate
    • Donate
    • Become an Ambassador
    • Raise funds for dwarfism
    • Join Team Growing Stronger
  • LP Doc Talk
  • Grant Info
    • Grant for the Study of Skeletal Dysplasia
    • Grant Recipients
    • Emeritus Grant Recipients >
      • Dr. Horton's Lab >
        • Dr. Jyoti Blog
      • Dr. Wilcox's Lab
  • Contact Us