Psoriasis Uncovered

Psoriasis is a lifelong disease with no cure, but that doesn't mean you can't thrive in your everyday life. Listen as board-certified dermatologist Dr. Mona Shahriari, shares tips to overcome plaque psoriasis and maintain a high quality of life. This Psound Bytes™ episode is sponsored by Dermavant Sciences. For Important Safety and Prescribing Information visit VTAMA.com.

Listen as renowned rheumatologist Dr. Atul Deodhar from OHSU in Portland, OR, meets with patients John Latella and Roz Tolliver to discuss the latest treatments for PsA and spondyloarthritis or SpA, management tips, and how treatment choices are identified. This is the third episode in CAPES (Clinician and Patient Education Series) presented by NPF, GRAPPA, SPARTAN and SAA. This program is supported by an educational grant from Pfizer Inc.

Chronic pain and fatigue in PsA and spondyloarthritis can be challenging. Rheumatologists Dr. Philip Mease (Seattle Rheumatology Associates) and Dr. Ernest Choy (Cardiff University School of Medicine), with patients Melissa and Mini discuss causes, symptoms, risks and tips for managing both successfully. This is the second episode in CAPES (Clinician and Patient Education Series) presented by NPF, GRAPPA, SPARTAN and SAA.

Did you know PsA and fibromyalgia can coexist? Knowing whether it's fibromyalgia, PsA or both can impact your treatment options. Listen as rheumatologist Dr. Evan Siegel from Arthritis and Rheumatism Associates in Rockville, MD, discusses symptoms, similarities, differences and treatment options. This Psound Bytes episode is provided with support from AbbVie, Amgen, Bristol Myers Squibb, Janssen, Lilly and Pfizer.

Lakshi Aldredge, a board-certified Dermatology Nurse Practitioner, shares expert insights on skincare for psoriasis, including recommendations for soap, moisturizers, and hair care products. The podcast covers topics like managing dry skin in cold weather, psoriasis treatment insights, scalp psoriasis care, and the importance of seeking reliable sources for psoriasis treatment.

Joining the conversation are Adam Ford, Chief Resident in Dermatology at UC Davis Health, known for his work on dietary recommendations for psoriasis, and Danielle Baham, a registered dietitian specializing in supportive oncology. They delve into the Mediterranean diet's potential anti-inflammatory benefits for managing psoriatic disease. Topics include practical meal ideas, the differences between Mediterranean and Western diets, and the significance of diet in enhancing treatment responses. They also emphasize the need for healthcare guidance in dietary changes.

Hear cardiologist Dr. Nehal Mehta, Chief, Section of Inflammation and Cardiometabolic Diseases at the NIH in Bethesda, MD provide an update on the role "adipokines" play in the development of inflammatory diseases such as psoriasis, along with tips on reducing your inflammatory risk. This Psound Bytes episode is provided with support from AbbVie, Amgen, CeraVe, Bristol Myers Squibb, Janssen and Lilly.

Join rheumatologist Dr. Hema Srinivasalu from Children's National Hospital in WA D.C., Wendy Olsder, Asad Khan and Aamena Hameed as they answer what is Juvenile Spondyloarthritis, how it relates to psoriatic arthritis, typical symptoms, diagnosis, treatments and what it means to live with JSpA. This is the first in four CAPES (Clinician and Patient Education Series) episodes presented by NPF, GRAPPA, SPARTAN and SAA.

Listen as dermatologist Dr. Laura Ferris, Professor of Dermatology at the University of Pittsburgh, joins us to talk about the primary types of skin cancer, how it compares to psoriasis, risk factors (including those associated with medications), diagnosis, treatments, and tips to protect your skin while in the sun. Psound Bytes is supported by unrestricted educational grants from AbbVie, Amgen, Bristol Myers Squibb and Janssen.

We've heard biosimilars have been coming for a while. Now hear the latest news from Julie Reed, Executive Director with the Biosimilars Forum who answers questions about what biosimilars can be used for psoriasis, the meaning of terms such as reference product and interchangeable, and how biosimilars are proven to be safe, effective and lower cost.