Empowering Patients Living with Graves' Disease and Thyroid Eye Disease

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Empowering Patients Living with Graves' Disease and Thyroid Eye Disease

Access a wealth of expert-vetted resources and connect with a suppportive community.

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Your Journey to Living Well

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Don't Let Misinformation Overwhelm You

You are not alone! Join the community that empowers you with support and credible information to help you overcome:

Feelings of isolation and being misunderstood

Anxiety from scary online search results

Difficulty advocating for yourself

We understand the fear & confusion that comes with a Graves' or TED diagnosis

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Founded by a Graves' Patient

Founded by Dr. Nancy Hord Patterson, the GDATF has been trusted by over 20,000 people since 1990.

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Our Board of Directors brings a wealth of expertise from medicine, business, law, and pharmaceuticals and includes two Graves' patients as well as a spouse and a parent of a Graves' patient

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Patient Testimonials

GDATF has changed my life for the better!

"The Graves Disease & Thyroid Foundation Zoom forums have been helpful on my journey to educate myself about my Graves diagnosis. It is useful to connect with others who are going through similar medical problems as myself. Connecting with others has helped bring me out of my isolation & motivated me to seek the medical care I need. This can be a very challenging health issue & finding the proper care & support has not been a straightforward path. Connection with other people on this forum has really been a positive experience. Staff at the GDATF are wonderful, supportive, & welcoming when you reach out to them. "

Mary K.

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Latest News & Events

Stay informed on the latest news, events, and research updates.

U.S. Food and Drug Administration Threatens Enforcement Action over Desiccated Thyroid Extract (DTE) Products

By Kimberly Dorris | August 12, 2025

by Kimberly Dorris, GDATF Executive Director This will likely be an evolving…

Navigating Your Lab Visit: Be Prepared and Informed

By Kimberly Dorris | August 11, 2025

Lab visits can be stressful — but with the right plan, you can make them quicker, easier, and less stressful, so you can focus on your health, not the hassle.

How to Navigate Work and Life with Chronic Autoimmune Disease

By Kimberly Dorris | July 24, 2025

By Kimberly Dorris Last week, the GDATF and Immunovant hosted a presentation…

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