About DIPG/DMG

Diffuse intrinsic pontine glioma (DIPG) and diffuse midline glioma (DMG) are brain tumors that are typically diagnosed in children and can also be found in young adults. They make up around 10% of all pediatric brain tumors.

When you learn that a loved one has been diagnosed with DIPG/DMG, you are often overwhelmed with the need to understand a very complex situation as quickly as possible. There is an urgent desire to figure out the best path forward for your family. Our nurse navigators are here to help you navigate this difficult journey through one-on-one support.

It can sometimes be difficult to understand all of the terms often used throughout a DIPG/DMG diagnosis. We are here to help.