Understanding the Clinical Trial Process

Elizabeth Ames, MD, PhD

Dr. Elizabeth Ames completed her undergraduate degree at the University of Minnesota in Genetics, Cell Biology and Development. She then completed an MD/PhD at the University of Virginia. Her interest in genetics began during her PhD while studying RNA processing in fetal heart development. She then moved to the University of Michigan to complete a combined residency in both Pediatrics and Medical Genetics. After residency, she completed a fellowship in Medical Biochemical Genetics. She has remained at the University of Michigan as a clinical assistant professor in the departments of Pediatrics and Internal Medicine where she sees patients of all ages. Her clinical interests include novel therapies for inborn errors of metabolism, RASopathies, and neuromuscular conditions.