Whether you're newly diagnosed, suspect you have PsA, or are experiencing worsening symptoms, this guide will help you prepare for more effective doctor visits to discuss treatment and improve your quality of life.

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Angela Degrassi, Research Manager for Patient-Centered Research at the Global Healthy Living Foundation:adegrassi@ghlf.org

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Whether you're newly diagnosed, suspect you have PsA, or are experiencing worsening symptoms, this guide will help you prepare for more effective doctor visits to discuss treatment and improve your quality of life.
Contact Our Host
Angela Degrassi, Research Manager for Patient-Centered Research at the Global Healthy Living Foundation: <a href="mailto:adegrassi@ghlf.org">adegrassi@ghlf.org</a> 
We want to hear what you think. Send your comments, or a video or audio clip of yourself, to <a href="mailto:podcasts@ghlf.org">podcasts@ghlf.org</a>
Catch up on all our episodes on <a href="https://creakyjoints.org/psoriatic-arthritis-club/">our website</a> or on your favorite podcast channel.

The Psoriatic Arthritis Club podcast series delves deep into the ups and downs of living with PsA. Through intimate conversations with fellow patients and insights from leading experts, the series offers valuable information on how to manage symptoms, collaborate with healthcare providers, advocate for better care, and emotionally cope with the disease. Along the way, listeners will also pick up life hacks, tips, and tricks to live better with psoriatic arthritis.

The Psoriatic Arthritis Club podcast series delves deep into the ups and downs of living with PsA. Through intimate conversations with fellow patients and insights from leading experts, the series offers valuable information on how to manage symptoms, collaborate with healthcare providers, advocate for better care, and emotionally cope with the disease. Along the way, listeners will also pick up life hacks, tips, and tricks to live better with psoriatic arthritis.

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Audio Guide: Collaborating with Your Rheumatologist

Dr. Jeff Stark, Rheumatologist and Head of Immunology Medical at UCB, shares tips on how to talk with your health care team, what treatments are out there, how lifestyle changes can help, and what you can do to feel your best every day. Let's take positive steps towards fighting inflammation together.

"Fight Back Against Inflammation,” is produced by the by the nonprofit CreakyJoints and the Global Healthy Living Foundation and made possible with support from UCB.

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Meet the Team

Host: Shelley Fritz, Patient-Centered Engagement and Insights Manager at GHLF
Guest: Dr. Jeff Stark, Head of Medical Immunology at UCB

A podcast episode produced by Ben Blanc, Manager of Programs & Special Projects at GHLF.

Learn more at https://creakyjoints.org/psoriatic-arthritis-club/#inflammation 

Dr. Jeff Stark, Rheumatologist and Head of Immunology Medical at UCB, shares tips on how to talk with your health care team, what treatments are out there, how lifestyle changes can help, and what you can do to feel your best every day. Let's take positive steps towards fighting inflammation together.
"Fight Back Against Inflammation,” is produced by the by the nonprofit CreakyJoints and the Global Healthy Living Foundation and made possible with support from UCB.
Contact Us
We want to hear what you think. Send your comments in the form of an email, video, or audio clip of yourself to <a href="mailto:podcasts@ghlf.org">podcasts@ghlf.org</a>
Meet the Team
Host: Shelley Fritz, Patient-Centered Engagement and Insights Manager at GHLF Guest: Dr. Jeff Stark, Head of Medical Immunology at UCB
A podcast episode produced by Ben Blanc, Manager of Programs &amp; Special Projects at GHLF.
Learn more at <a href="https://creakyjoints.org/psoriatic-arthritis-club/#inflammation">https://creakyjoints.org/psoriatic-arthritis-club/#inflammation </a>

Part Two: Managing and Treating Inflammation

Dr. Jeff Stark, Rheumatologist and Head of Immunology Medical at UCB, shares his expertise on inflammation. He'll help us understand why inflammation matters, what signs to look out for, how it affects our daily lives, and how doctors check for it. Let's unravel the mystery of inflammation together.

"Fight Back Against Inflammation,” is produced by the by the nonprofit CreakyJoints and the Global Healthy Living Foundation and made possible with support from UCB.

Contact Us

We want to hear what you think. Send your comments in the form of an email, video, or audio clip of yourself to podcasts@ghlf.org

Meet the Team

Host: Shelley Fritz, Patient-Centered Engagement and Insights Manager at GHLF
Guest: Dr. Jeff Stark, Head of Medical Immunology at UCB

A podcast episode produced by Ben Blanc, Manager of Programs & Special Projects at GHLF.

Learn more at https://creakyjoints.org/psoriatic-arthritis-club/#inflammation 

Dr. Jeff Stark, Rheumatologist and Head of Immunology Medical at UCB, shares his expertise on inflammation. He'll help us understand why inflammation matters, what signs to look out for, how it affects our daily lives, and how doctors check for it. Let's unravel the mystery of inflammation together.
"Fight Back Against Inflammation,” is produced by the by the nonprofit CreakyJoints and the Global Healthy Living Foundation and made possible with support from UCB.
Contact Us
We want to hear what you think. Send your comments in the form of an email, video, or audio clip of yourself to <a href="mailto:podcasts@ghlf.org">podcasts@ghlf.org</a>
Meet the Team
Host: Shelley Fritz, Patient-Centered Engagement and Insights Manager at GHLF Guest: Dr. Jeff Stark, Head of Medical Immunology at UCB
A podcast episode produced by Ben Blanc, Manager of Programs &amp; Special Projects at GHLF.
Learn more at <a href="https://creakyjoints.org/psoriatic-arthritis-club/#inflammation">https://creakyjoints.org/psoriatic-arthritis-club/#inflammation </a>

Part One: Understanding and Identifying Inflammation

This episode features rheumatologist Dr. Eric Ruderman discussing PsA management. He emphasizes patient-doctor collaboration and individualized treatment. The episode also delves into lifestyle factors and the latest PsA research and treatments.

"It's a coordinated effort between myself, the dermatologist and the patient to try to figure out what's the best management strategy for that particular person taking into account all the aspects of disease that bother them the most," says Dr. Ruderman.

Among the highlights in this episode:

3:06: Dr Ruderman shares that treating psoriatic arthritis is challenging because there are many different aspects of the disease and not every patient experiences the condition in the same way

4:41: Changes in skin and joint pain can be indicators that it’s time to make a change in medication. Dr. Ruderman shares how he talks to patients about making the decision to change

6:33: It’s normal for people to be hesitant to try a new medication. Hear what Dr. Ruderman says to patients that are concerned about medication side effects and how he guides the discussion to make sure patients are informed

8:18: Dr. Ruderman shares what information is helpful for PsA patients to share with their doctor during an appointment

10:46: Tracking symptoms over time can be helpful information that can be used by doctors and patients to make decisions about treatment

12:03: Angela, the host, and Dr. Ruderman talk about lifestyle changes, such as diet and exercise, that may be complementary to PsA treatment

17:03: Dr Ruderman shares that it’s really challenging not knowing what treatment will work for each individual. He talks about how to tell if a treatment is working and when it’s time to explore other options

19:07: If your disease is under control, Dr. Ruderman recommends physical therapy for some patients

20:32: Hear what Dr. Ruderman wants all PsA patents to know about living with this condition

23:29: Ashley, a patient living with PsA, asks Dr. Ruderman about the latest research

25:26: Jon, A patient living with PsA, asks Dr. Ruderman about his strategy for knowing when it’s time to change medications

Contact Our Host

Angela Degrassi, Research Manager for Patient-Centered Research at the Global Healthy Living Foundation:adegrassi@ghlf.org

We want to hear what you think. Send your comments, or a video or audio clip of yourself, to podcasts@ghlf.org

Catch up on all our episodes on our website or on your favorite podcast channel.

This episode features rheumatologist Dr. Eric Ruderman discussing PsA management. He emphasizes patient-doctor collaboration and individualized treatment. The episode also delves into lifestyle factors and the latest PsA research and treatments.
"It's a coordinated effort between myself, the dermatologist and the patient to try to figure out what's the best management strategy for that particular person taking into account all the aspects of disease that bother them the most," says Dr. Ruderman.
Among the highlights in this episode:
3:06: Dr Ruderman shares that treating psoriatic arthritis is challenging because there are many different aspects of the disease and not every patient experiences the condition in the same way
4:41: Changes in skin and joint pain can be indicators that it’s time to make a change in medication. Dr. Ruderman shares how he talks to patients about making the decision to change
6:33: It’s normal for people to be hesitant to try a new medication. Hear what Dr. Ruderman says to patients that are concerned about medication side effects and how he guides the discussion to make sure patients are informed
8:18: Dr. Ruderman shares what information is helpful for PsA patients to share with their doctor during an appointment
10:46: Tracking symptoms over time can be helpful information that can be used by doctors and patients to make decisions about treatment
12:03: Angela, the host, and Dr. Ruderman talk about lifestyle changes, such as diet and exercise, that may be complementary to PsA treatment
17:03: Dr Ruderman shares that it’s really challenging not knowing what treatment will work for each individual. He talks about how to tell if a treatment is working and when it’s time to explore other options
19:07: If your disease is under control, Dr. Ruderman recommends physical therapy for some patients
20:32: Hear what Dr. Ruderman wants all PsA patents to know about living with this condition
23:29: Ashley, a patient living with PsA, asks Dr. Ruderman about the latest research
25:26: Jon, A patient living with PsA, asks Dr. Ruderman about his strategy for knowing when it’s time to change medications
Contact Our Host
Angela Degrassi, Research Manager for Patient-Centered Research at the Global Healthy Living Foundation: <a href="mailto:adegrassi@ghlf.org">adegrassi@ghlf.org</a>
We want to hear what you think. Send your comments, or a video or audio clip of yourself, to <a href="mailto:podcasts@ghlf.org">podcasts@ghlf.org</a>
Catch up on all our episodes on <a href="https://creakyjoints.org/psoriatic-arthritis-club/">our website</a> or on your favorite podcast channel.

Audio Guide: Collaborating with Your Rheumatologist

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