Lupus: The Expert Series

In this month’s episode, we speak with Dr. Jane Salmon about Antiphospholipid Syndrome, or APS. Dr. Salmon is a Collette Kean Research Professor and the director of the Lupus and APS Center of Excellence at the Hospital for Special Surgery. Dr. Salmon shares her insight on APS how it can affect people with lupus, treatments, and more. Tune in to learn more. For more information on APS, read here L...

This episode was recorded in Spanish. Este podcast fue grabado en español. En este episodio, nuestras especialistas en educación para la salud, Leticia Ocaña, MPH, CHES® y Guadalupe Patiño, MPH, hablan sobre los recursos financieros que pueden estar disponibles para las personas con lupus de la comunidad hispana/latina. Los recursos que comparten incluye información que se encuentra en nuestr...

In this episode of The Expert Series, we welcome Dr. Murray Urowitz, a senior staff rheumatologist at the Toronto Western Hospital and Senior Scientist at the Krembil Research Institute and Schroeder Arthritis Institute. Dr. Urowitz helps us continue the conversation on lupus and heart health. We discuss the difference between coronary artery disease and cardiovascular disease for lupus patients,...

In this episode of The Expert Series, we are focusing on medication management. LFA talks with Dr. Marcia Mueting, CEO of Nebraska Pharmacists Association, about the importance of connecting with your local pharmacists, what questions to ask, and what to do if you experience side effects from your lupus medications. Dr. Mueting also worked as staff pharmacist, pharmacy manager in a community pract...

In this episode of The Expert Series, we talk with Dr. Anca Askanase, founder and clinical director of Columbia University’s Lupus Center, about winter wellness. We discuss how to stay healthy during cold and flu season, the importance of getting a flu shot every year, and more. To learn more about flu and vaccines for people with lupus, check out our resources on our Resource Center: Get your ann...

In honor of National Caregivers Month, we speak with Grace Whiting, president and CEO of The National Alliance for Caregiving, on why we should give back to those who take care of us. In this episode we discuss the caregiver role, tips to stay healthy, resources, and more. For more information on caregiving, check out our dedicated page for caregivers.

In this episode of The Expert Series, LFA’s Senior Communication Strategist Duane Peters talks with Melanie Betz of University of Chicago. Betz, a member of the American Kidney Fund dietician advisory group, addresses the role of diet for people with Lupus Nephritis and kidney-friendly recipes. For information on Lupus Nephritis, check out our dedicated resource page . You may learn more about how...

Esta discusión se lleva a cabo en español. En este episodio de la Serie de Expertos la Gerente de Educación para la Salud y Alcance Hispano, Leticia Ocaña, habla con la Dra. Cristina Drenkard, Profesora Asociada de Medicina de la Universidad Emory en Atlanta, Georgia, sobre los mitos y realidades comunes del lupus que rodean al lupus.  Si necesita más información y apoyo, consulte nuestro paq...

In this episode of The Expert Series, Dr. Diane Kamen, Associate Professor of Medicine at the Medical University of South Carolina, Division of Rheumatology, will be sharing updates regarding research for treatments in lupus. She highlights the history of autoimmunity research, stem cell research and newly approved treatments for lupus. For more research news updates, visit: Lupus.org/News If you...

The Lupus Foundation of America Health Education Specialists have had increased calls and emails from people with lupus, with questions about safely returning to work. We know that this year, is a very unique one for getting back to work with the COVID-19 pandemic. But we also know that working with lupus is a very important topics for most people with lupus and one we want to make sure we cover....

It’s Men’s Health Month and we want to discuss how lupus affects men. In this episode of The Expert Series, Men’s Health and Special Considerations with Lupus, we answer some important questions about men’s health with Dr. Niewold , Director of the Colton Center for Autoimmunity and Judith and Stewart Colton Professor of Medicine and Pathology at New York University Grossman School of Medicine. Fo...

Getting an early and accurate lupus diagnosis is critical to preventing long-term consequences of the disease. In this episode of The Expert Series, Could It Be Lupus? we answer some important questions about labs and diagnostic assessments for lupus diagnosis with Dr. Adegbenga Bankole from Carillion Clinic in Roanoke, Virginia. For more information about diagnosing lupus click here. This episode...

In this episode of The Expert Series, we discuss Managing Your Journey with Lupus Nephritis with Wendy Rodgers. Wendy is the Senior Manager for Community Outreach and Engagement for the Lupus Foundation of America and lupus warrior. With a background in science and education, and has lived with lupus for 21 years (and counting), she provides helpful insights into managing your lupus nephritis and...

In this episode of The Expert Series, we discuss Top Questions about Skin and Hair with Fotios Kompouras, MD. Dr. Kompouras is an Assistant Professor of Medicine and Director of the Yale Lupus Program in Connecticut. He attended St. George's University School of Medicine and worked closely with Lupus Foundation of America’s Acting Medical Director, Dr. Susan Manzi, investing novel therapeutics for...

In this episode of The Expert Series, we discuss Lupus & Physical Activity with Hazel L. Breland PhD, FAOTA, OTR/L. Dr. Breland is an Associate Professor of Occupational Therapy at the Medical University of South Carolina, doctoral capstone coordinator, and past president of the Association of Rheumatology Professionals, the interprofessional division of the American College of Rheumatology. H...

2020 was an unprecedented year. The lupus community is strong and we helped each other through this year by sharing our wisdom and compassion. In this episode, we asked both experts in the field as well as people with lupus for advice as we approach 2021. SUBSCRIBE HERE to receive an e-mail update when new episodes of The Expert Series are released.

En este episodio de The Expert Series o la Serie de Expertos, Leticia Ocaña, MPH, CHES, Educadora de la salud de La Fundación de Lupus de América comparte más información sobre cómo nuestras educadoras de la salud pueden ayudarle a entender y manejar el lupus y los recursos que puede utilizar, incluyendo: Take Charge , LupusConnect ™, y Lupus Foundation of America Caregiver Toolkit . 

In this episode of The Expert Series, we discuss The Importance of Support with Lupus Foundation of America staff: Wendy, our Community Outreach and Engagement Manager, and Lauren, our Health Education Nurse Manager. Wendy and Lauren share more information about types of support, support groups, and helpful resources for those looking to build their support system. SUBSCRIBE HERE to receive an e-m...

In this episode of The Expert Series, we discuss Kidney Health and Lupus with Dr. Brad Rovin, Nephrologist at Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. Dr. Rovin explains what to expect from a lupus diagnosis, lifestyle considerations for healthy living, and what exciting new treatments are on the horizon for people with lupus nephritis. This episode is sponsored by Aurinia Pharmaceuticals. Aur...

 In this episode of The Expert Series, Reproductive Health and Lupus , Dr. Jane Salmon shares information about reproductive health, antiphospholipid syndrome (APS), challenges with pregnancy with lupus and tips on how to prepare for a having safe pregnancy. SUBSCRIBE HERE to receive an e-mail updates when new episodes of The Expert Series are released.

In this episode of The Expert Series, Telehealth and Lupus , Dr. Donald Thomas shares information about telehealth and tips on how to prepare for a virtual visit with your doctor. SUBSCRIBE HERE to receive an e-mail updates when new episodes of The Expert Series are released. About the Presenter Dr. Donald Thomas teaches at the Walter Reed National Military Medical Center as an Associate Professor...

Depression and anxiety has increased among Americans as the coronavirus pandemic continues to evolve. In this episode of The Expert Series, Mental Health and Wellness During a Time of Uncertainty , Dr. Neda Gould shares information about stress and anxiety, coping strategies and will lead a brief guided meditation practice.

In this episode of The Expert Series, Kathryn Wierenga, one of the 2019 recipients of the Lupus Foundation of America’s Gina M. Finzi Memorial Student Summer Fellowship Award, shares more information about the Importance of Fatty Acids and People with Lupus. SUBSCRIBE HERE to receive an e-mail updates when new episodes of The Expert Series are released. About the Presenter Kathryn Wierenga graduat...

In this episode of The Expert Series, Lauren Metelski, RN, Health Education Nurse Manager for the Lupus Foundation of America shares more information about how our health educators can help you navigate your lupus journey and resources that you can use to better manage the disease, including: - Take Charge E-mail Series : a weekly education email series for people with lupus, including those recen...

The Expert Series by the Lupus Foundation of America is an educational podcast series featuring empowering conversations with leading lupus experts with a focus on helping you live well with lupus. Each month, lupus experts will offer invaluable insight on a variety of important topics, providing you with the knowledge you need to better manage the disease. New segments of The Expert Series a...