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Ep 229 "Shining New Light on Phototherapy for Psoriasis: Results of the Light Treatment Effectiveness Study"

July 16, 2024 10:30 - 23 minutes - 32.2 MB

Hear results from the Light Treatment Effectiveness (LITE) Study comparing home vs office based phototherapy for psoriasis with renowned dermatologist Dr. Kristina Duffin, Chair, Dept. of Dermatology, University of Utah, as she discusses benefits, innovations, and barriers with Dr. Guy Eakin, NPF Chief Scientific & Medical Officer. The LITE Study is funded with support from PCORI (Patient Centered Outcomes Research Institute) and the Daavlin Company.

Ep. 228 "A Future Free From Psoriatic Disease: The New NPF Strategic Plan"

July 01, 2024 11:00 - 30 minutes - 42.3 MB

Over the past year NPF has gathered insights from the psoriatic disease community to develop a new 5 year strategic plan. Join Matt Werbach, NPF Associate Director of Media and Communications as he speaks with NPF President and CEO Leah Howard, and Board Member Rick Seiden about the plan, milestones towards a cure, and steps to help improve the health of those with psoriatic disease. This episode is provided with support from Bristol Myers Squibb.

Ep 227 "Our Tips for Managing Psoriasis and Life Together"

June 18, 2024 10:30 - 37 minutes - 51.7 MB

Being a couple has its challenges. When do you let someone know you have psoriasis? What do you do to be a great partner? Hear Licensed Professional Counselor Mary Maraventano Stried chat with Lori and Howard Chang, who has had psoriasis for 45 years, about key ingredients to navigating life together for 30 years from acceptance, open communication, frustrations, and burnout. This episode is provided with support from Bristol Myers Squibb.

Ep 226 "Take Action to Make a Difference for People with Psoriatic Disease"

June 04, 2024 10:30 - 31 minutes - 43.6 MB

Curious about Take Action for Psoriatic Disease? Listen as volunteers Kendra, Frank and Elizabeth tell their story to Kristin Brooks, Associate Director of Field Development about why they participate and support NPF's efforts to educate, advocate, and connect with the psoriatic disease community. Hear tips on how they raise funds and create awareness to enhance the lives of those with psoriatic disease. It's a long-lasting love affair.

Ep. 225 "Psoriatic Arthritis and Your Aching Back"

May 22, 2024 10:30 - 33 minutes - 46.2 MB

Is your aching back due to axial involvement with PsA? Learn about the sacroiliac joint to the cervical spine from rheumatologist Dr. Atul Deodhar, Medical Director, Rheumatology Clinics at OHSU with Alan Simmons as moderator. Hear about key symptoms, treatment options which may differ from peripheral joints, research, and management challenges. This episode is provided with support from Bristol Myers Squibb, Amgen, Johnson & Johnson, and UCB.

Ep. 224 "How Psoriatic Arthritis Domains Impact Treatment Choices"

May 07, 2024 10:30 - 27 minutes - 38.4 MB

Psoriatic arthritis can affect many areas or domains which includes enthesitis, dactylitis, and more. Learn about the PsA domains and how they influence choice of treatments from rheumatologist Dr. Arthur Kavanaugh, Director of the Center for Innovative Therapy in the Division of Rheumatology, Allergy and Immunology at UCSD. This episode is provided with support from Bristol Myers Squibb, AbbVie, Amgen, Johnson & Johnson, Novartis and UCB.

Ep 223 "Balancing Transitions and Life With Psoriasis"

April 25, 2024 19:26 - 1 hour - 91 MB

Just having psoriasis is a huge life transition let alone adapting to life after high school. Listen as moderator Kaleigh Welch asks Youth Ambassadors Emme, Zoe, and Mandy to share their psoriasis journey of being responsible for their own health care, balancing college life with school, relationships, and their physical and mental health to achieve their post high school dreams. This episode is provided with support from Bristol Meyers Squibb.

Ep. 222 "You're Not An Island: Dealing With Psoriatic Disease Together"

April 09, 2024 10:30 - 33 minutes - 45.9 MB

"I've had psoriasis for most of my life. At 40 years old I experienced the worst flare with all types of psoriasis and the loss of my hair." Join NPF volunteers, Ayesha Patrick, founder of Sistas with Psoriasis, and moderator LB Herbert as they discuss Ayesha's story from how she learned to cope, to ask and give help. Hear her tips to help manage psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis. This episode is provided with support from Bristol Myers Squibb.

Ep. 221 "Which Comes First - Cardiovascular Disease or Psoriasis?"

March 26, 2024 10:30 - 30 minutes - 42.8 MB

"Patients with psoriasis have a lot of undiagnosed and untreated cardiovascular risk factors" per renowned dermatologist Dr. Joel Gelfand, Director, Psoriasis & Phototherapy Treatment Center at Penn. Hear why with moderator Dr. Guy Eakin, NPF Chief Scientific & Medical Officer, as they discuss risks, and what interventions using a centralized care coordination model (CP3) can do. This episode is provided with support from Bristol Myers Squibb.

Ep. 220 "IBD, IBS, and How They Relate to Psoriasis"

March 12, 2024 10:30 - 24 minutes - 33.8 MB

Not sure what Irritable Bowel Disease or Irritable Bowel Syndrome mean or how they relate to psoriasis? Listen as gastroenterologist Dr. Lisa Malter, Professor in the Dept. of Medicine, NYU Langone Health, Grossman School of Medicine, discusses the perfect storm of what it takes to develop IBD, how diagnosis occurs, care, and use of treatments also used with psoriatic disease. This episode is provided with support from Bristol Myers Squibb.

Ep. 219 "Should I Be Involved in a Clinical Trial?"

February 27, 2024 11:30 - 29 minutes - 40.8 MB

Interested in participating in a clinical trial? Hear the facts about how and why you should be involved, potential benefits and challenges, what occurs in phase 1, 2, 3 and 4, clinical trial updates for psoriasis and an intriguing one for high blood pressure from dermatologist Dr. Benjamin Ehst, owner and Lead Clinical Investigator at Oregon Medical Research Center in Portland, OR. This episode is provided with support from Bristol Myers Squibb.

Ep. 218 "Are You Newly Diagnosed With Psoriasis?"

February 13, 2024 11:30 - 33 minutes - 45.6 MB

Hear answers to questions when someone is newly diagnosed with psoriasis like what to expect at the first appointment, types of psoriasis, triggers of disease, treatments including over-the-counter options, how to deal with negative comments, and more from Tirsa Quartullo, a doctoral prepared, board-certified Dermatology and Family Nurse practitioner at Arizona Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery in Phoenix. Her advice: "learn as much as you can."

Ep. 217 "Simplifying Psoriasis Management with Steroid-Free Therapy" An Arcutis sponsored episode.

January 30, 2024 11:30 - 28 minutes - 38.9 MB

Jillian who is living with plaque psoriasis, and board-certified nurse practitioner, Melodie Young, discuss disease management with topicals. This episode is sponsored by Arcutis Biotherapeutics, Inc. Please see Important Safety Information and full Prescribing Information including Patient Information for Zoryve (roflumilast) indicated for use on the skin (topical), including in areas with skin folds, to treat plaque psoriasis in people six years of age and older.

Ep. 216 "Managing Psoriasis and Psoriatic Arthritis: Know What to Ask and When"

January 23, 2024 11:30 - 24 minutes - 34 MB

Knowing what to ask and when will help you make key decisions about psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis. Listen as key terminology, questions to ask about the disease, and use of medications like "what prescriptions and over the counter medications may conflict with psoriatic disease" are discussed with NPF volunteer Dr. Kim Benner, a pharmacist at Children's of Alabama Hospital and Pharmacy Professor at Samford University in Birmingham, Alabama.

Ep. 215 "Shared Decision-Making: Psoriatic Care Designed for You" A UCB-sponsored episode

January 09, 2024 11:30 - 12 minutes - 16.9 MB

On this episode we'll talk about shared decision-making - when a patient and their healthcare practitioner work together to discuss and create a personalized approach to care with guests Karen Camp, a patient advocate who is living with psoriasis, and Dr. Jason Hawkes, a medical dermatologist in the greater Sacramento area who serves on the Medical Board and Scientific Advisory Committee of NPF. This podcast episode is sponsored by UCB.

Ep. 214 "The Future Looks Bright: Managing PsO and PsA in Youth"

January 07, 2024 11:30 - 39 minutes - 54.2 MB

Hear the latest treatments, challenges, research towards understanding psoriatic disease, and how treatment planning and collaboration is key from dermatologist Dr. Lara Wine Lee, Director Pediatric Dermatology at Medical University of SC, and rheumatologist Dr. Pam Weiss, Clinical Research Director, Division of Rheumatology, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia. This Psound Bytes episode is provided with support from Janssen and Novartis.

Ep. 213 "Psoriasis is More Than Body Surface Area"

December 19, 2023 11:30 - 38 minutes - 52.7 MB

Listen to this compelling discussion about when psoriasis should be considered severe and what that means for treatment choices in high impact areas like the scalp, nails, palms, soles, face, and genitalia with dermatologist Dr. Andrew Blauvelt, Investigator at Oregon Medical Research Center, Chair of the NPF Medical Board, and member, International Psoriasis Council. This Psound Bytes episode is sponsored by Amgen.

Ep. 212 "Tips for Managing Holiday Stress and Your Psoriatic Disease"

December 05, 2023 11:30 - 21 minutes - 29.8 MB

The holidays bring mixed emotions and stress. Join psychiatrist Dr. Vanessa Cutler, NYU Langone Health and Dr. Leslie Beth or LB Herbert for tips on managing holiday stress and simplifying expectations while also looking out for your physical and mental health to help avoid flares of your psoriatic disease. This Psound Bytes episode is provided with support from Bristol Myers Squibb, Janssen, Novartis, and UCB.

Ep. 211 "Not Your Mom's Psoriasis: Living with Generalized Pustular Psoriasis" A Boehringer Ingelheim sponsored episode.

November 30, 2023 11:30 - 19 minutes - 26.3 MB

Generalized Pustular Psoriasis (GPP) is a rare, inflammatory skin disease that is different from plaque psoriasis. Join UC Davis and UCSF Asociate Professors of Dermatology, Dr. Jason Hawkes and Dr. Tina Bhutani, with Dale Reisner, a patient living with GPP, for a closer look at GPP, some of the difficulties living with the disease and the difficulties dermatologists face managing it. This Psound Bytes episode is provided with support from Boehringer Ingelheim.

Ep 210 "The Time is Now for Biosimilars"

November 28, 2023 11:30 - 28 minutes - 38.7 MB

With increasing release of biosimilars, listen to this discussion about use, fear of change, dual pricing strategies and who will see cost savings with Jason Harris, NPF VP of Government Relations and Advocacy, dermatologist and past chair of the NPF Board Dr. Colby Evans, and Anna Hyde, VP of the Advocacy and Access Department at the Arthritis Foundation. This Psound Bytes episode is sponsored by Sandoz and Boehringer Ingelheim.

Ep. 209 "A Team Approach to Psoriasis and Psoriatic Arthritis"

November 14, 2023 11:30 - 31 minutes - 43 MB

Hear how dermatologist Dr. Ahmad Shatil Amin, Director of the Psoriasis Program and rheumatologist Dr. Eric Ruderman, Associate Chief, Division of Rheumatology, Co-Directors of the Multidisciplinary Psoriasis and Psoriatic Arthritis Clinic, Northwestern Medicine, Chicago, use the ultimate team approach to manage triggers and flares of psoriatic disease. This Psound Bytes episode is provided with support from Bristol Myers Squibb, Janssen, Novartis, and UCB.

Ep. 208 "Long Term Maintenance of Plaque Psoriasis with Topicals" A Dermavant Sciences sponsored episode.

November 09, 2023 11:30 - 20 minutes - 27.7 MB

In this episode, dermatologists Dr. April Armstrong and Dr. James Song discuss the impact of psoriasis on a patient's quality of life and how steroid-free prescription topical medications can meet the treatment needs of adults with plaque psoriasis. This Psound Bytes episode is sponsored by Dermavant Sciences.

Ep 207 "Does Psoriasis Cause Hair Loss?"

October 24, 2023 10:30 - 33 minutes - 46.1 MB

Are you losing your hair? Is it connected to your psoriasis? Hear certified dermatology nurse practitioner Victoria Garcia-Albea with Lahey Dermatology Hair Loss Center for Excellence in Burlington, MA as she addresses common causes of hair loss, symptoms, connection to IL-33, current and upcoming treatment options. This Psound Bytes episode is provided with support from Bristol Myers Squibb, Janssen, Novartis and UCB.

Ep. 206 "Psoriasis and the Mad Itch"

October 03, 2023 10:30 - 28 minutes - 39 MB

Ever experience the frustrating itch scratch cycle? Join us as dermatologist Dr. Shawn Kwatra, Director of the Johns Hopkins Itch Center in Baltimore, MD discusses why itch occurs in psoriasis, what factors impact itch, treatment options, and the frontier exploring new therapies that impact the neuroimmune axis. This Psound Bytes episode is provided with support from Bristol Myers Squibb, Janssen, and UCB.

Ep. 205 "A Novel Way To Treat Adults With Moderate-To-Severe Plaque Psoriasis" A BMS sponsored episode

September 19, 2023 10:30 - 18 minutes - 25.5 MB

Despite the availability of many treatment options for moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis, there is still a need for additional therapies. Hear from Ryan Moslin, Principal Scientist, BMS, who has moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis and Tom Scharnitz, M.D., the Senior Director and US Medical Lead for Dermatology, as they provide the science and research behind an oral treatment for moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis.

Ep. 204 "Answers to Your Questions About Treating Psoriasis"

September 05, 2023 10:30 - 47 minutes - 64.8 MB

Hear the inspiring responses to questions from you-our listeners! Hear responses to questions about treating scalp psoriasis, over-the-counter options, when treatments lose effectiveness, biosimilars, and more from board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner Sandri Johnson at Midtown Dermatology in Raleigh. This special Psound Bytes episode is provided with support from Bristol-Myers Squibb, CeraVe, Janssen, Novartis, and UB.

Ep. 203 "Treating Plaque Psoriasis: Finding the Right Option"

August 22, 2023 10:30 - 25 minutes - 35.7 MB

Plaque psoriasis is the most common type of psoriasis. If you have plaque psoriasis, join us as we discuss what to know from symptoms, diagnosis, triggers and flares, to treatment options with dermatologist Dr. David Rosmarin, Chair of the Department of Dermatology at Indiana University School of Medicine in Indianapolis. This Psoriasis Action Month episode is provided with support from CeraVe and Novartis.

Ep. 202 "Are You Using a Topical Steroid for Psoriasis?"

August 15, 2023 10:30 - 30 minutes - 42.3 MB

Topical steroids are the first treatment of choice for mild psoriasis. Learn what the options are from dermatologist Dr. George Han, Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell Health in New York as he discusses low to superpotent strengths, risks, side effects, tips for using, and new nonsteroidal topicals. This Psound Bytes episode is provided with support from Bristol Myers Squibb, CeraVe, Janssen, Novartis, and UCB.

Ep. 201 "Finding a Treatment for the Long Haul: Living with and Managing Moderate-To-Severe Plaque Psoriasis" A Sun Pharma sponsored episode.

August 08, 2023 10:30 - 19 minutes - 26.4 MB

Hear Todd's journey to finding skin clearance with the help of ILUMYA® (tildrakizumab-asmn) for his moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis. Victor Czerkasij, a nurse practitioner with over 20 years of experience treating patients with psoriatic disease, joins to offer insights on diagnosing, treating, and managing psoriasis. This episode is sponsored by Sun Pharma. Important safety information: https://bit.ly/2We7fIS .

Ep.200 "The Future is Now! Changing Health Outcomes for Psoriasis and Psoriatic Arthritis"

August 01, 2023 10:30 - 47 minutes - 66.1 MB

Listen as Matt Werbach, Associate Director of Media and Communications, discusses NPF's promising research activities and efforts to change health outcomes for all with psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis with President and CEO Leah Howard, and Chief Scientific and Medical Officer Guy Eakin. Exciting times ahead as NPF moves towards a new chapter! This Psound Bytes episode is provided with support from Bristol Myers Squibb, Janssen, and UCB.

Ep. 199 "Psoriasis: What to Know From Head to Toe"

July 18, 2023 10:30 - 31 minutes - 42.9 MB

Join board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner Jayme Heim from West Michigan Dermatology Associates, Grandeville, MI, as she offers tips, her favorite products, and what medications help manage psoriasis plaques and itch on the scalp, skin, nails and everything in-between since psoriasis is about managing what's on the outside and inside. This Psound Bytes episode is provided with support from Bristol Myers Squibb, Janssen, and UCB.

Ep. 198 "What You Eat Matters"

June 27, 2023 10:30 - 27 minutes - 38.1 MB

Trying to follow an anti-inflammatory diet? Not sure what to eat? Join us as we discuss what types or combinations of foods are best to eat and when, what to look for on food labels, how much sugar and fiber intake is appropriate, and more with registered dietitian and wellness coach, Brittany Link from Advice for Eating in Houston, TX. This Psound Bytes episode is provided with support from Bristol Myers Squibb, Janssen, and UCB.

Ep. 197 "Let's Talk Step Therapy"

June 13, 2023 10:30 - 21 minutes - 29.5 MB

Hear the latest about step therapy from what it is to current legislative reform progress. Listen as Jason Harris, Vice President of Government Relations and Advocacy, discusses all aspects of step therapy with Sarah Buchanan, Director of Federal Government Relations and Health Policy, and Sam Cox, State Government Relations Manager. This Psound Bytes episode is provided with support from Bristol Myers Squibb.

Ep 196 "Facts About Nutrition, Diets and Psoriatic Disease"

June 06, 2023 10:30 - 30 minutes - 42.8 MB

Can nutrition choices impact psoriasis and PsA? Hear the facts from dermatologist Dr. Ronald Prussick, Medical Director of the Washington Dermatology Center in Rockville, MD, as we explore anti-inflammatory diets, the glycemic index, sugar alcohols, caffeine intake, and other research around nutrition and the impact on severity of psoriatic disease. This Psound Bytes episode is provided with support from Bristol Myers Squibb, Janssen and UCB.

Ep. 195 "How Can I Exercise With Chronic Pain? It Hurts Too Much!"

May 23, 2023 19:11 - 22 minutes - 31.1 MB

There are many ways to be physically active if you experience chronic pain. Hear Dr. Connor Hurley, Co-Director of Physical Therapy, Therapeutic Associates Bethany in Portland, OR, offer tips for starting an exercise program, types of low impact activities, cautions, and how to integrate activity into everyday life. This Psoriatic Arthritis Action Month episode is provided with support from AbbVie, Bristol Myers Squibb, Janssen, and UCB.

Ep. 194 "Is Enthesitis Unique to Psoriatic Arthritis?"

May 09, 2023 10:30 - 20 minutes - 28.5 MB

Hear the answer to this question and more about the synovio-entheseal complex in PsA, and how it can be a biomarker for more severe disease from rheumatologist Dr. Lihi Eder, Associate Professor of Medicine and the Canada Research Chair, Inflammatory Rheumatic Diseases Tier 2 at the Institute of Medical Science, University of Toronto. This Psound Bytes episode is provided with support from AbbVie, Bristol Myers Squibb, Janssen, and UCB.

Ep. 193 "What Systemic Treatment Options Do I Have for My Psoriasis?"

April 25, 2023 10:30 - 23 minutes - 32.2 MB

Are topicals not enough to treat your psoriasis? Are you considering systemic treatments? Listen as Dr. Ahmad Shatil Amin, Medical Practice Director, Northwestern Medicine Dermatology Department in Chicago, discusses what oral and injectable systemic treatments are available, how they work, potential side effects, use in combination therapy, and more! This Psound Bytes episode is provided with support from Bristol Myers Squibb, Janssen and UCB.

Ep. 192 "My Psoriasis Diagnosis Changed My Life"

April 20, 2023 10:30 - 26 minutes - 37.3 MB

Join us as we discuss life with psoriatic disease and how those experiences shaped the lives of two amazing NPF volunteers, Melissa Leeolou and Max Green, who now pursue a career in medicine. Hear how they came to volunteer with the National Psoriasis Foundation and why they dedicate their lives to helping others through life's challenges. This Psound Bytes episode is provided with support from Bristol Myers Squibb, Janssen, and UCB.

Ep. 191 "Positives Instead of Negatives: Living With Psoriatic Disease"

April 18, 2023 10:30 - 30 minutes - 41.7 MB

Life is not always rainbows and butterflies. Sometimes it's tough and having psoriasis or PsA can make it harder. You are not alone. Hear words of wisdom from One to One Program mentors Alan Simmons and Renee Joyce as they share experiences and tips on how to move past fears and every day stressors to enjoy life. Don't miss this amazing episode! This Psound Bytes episode is provided with support from Bristol Myers Squibb, Janssen and UCB.

Ep. 190 "Taking Action for Psoriatic Disease"

April 11, 2023 10:30 - 21 minutes - 29.4 MB

Hear what this means from long-standing NPF volunteer Dr. Meyer Horn, Medical Director, Dermatology and Aesthetics in Chicago and Julia Hamel, NPF Midwest Regional Development Manager as they share ideas from volunteers about new ways communities can take action, connect with each other, and support NPF's mission critical programs. This Psound Bytes episode is provided with support from Bristol Myers Squibb, Janssen, and UCB.

Ep. 189 "Infections and Psoriasis: A Causal Relationship"

March 07, 2023 11:30 - 21 minutes - 29.7 MB

If you have psoriasis you could be at risk for infections. Hear Katie Chambers share her experience with infections with dermatologist Dr. Seth Forman at ForCare Dermatology, Tampa, FL, who presents types of bacterial infections and viruses that trigger or make psoriasis worse, signs of sepsis, complications and treatments that impact risk of infection. This Psound Bytes episode is provided with support from Bristol Myers Squibb, Janssen and UCB.

Ep. 188 "Discussion About Phototherapy and Psoriasis"

February 21, 2023 11:30 - 18 minutes - 25.2 MB

Just how effective is phototherapy and where can it be used? Join us to hear renowned dermatologist Dr. Joel Gelfand, Director of the Psoriasis and Phototherapy Treatment Center at University of Pennsylvania as he answers such questions about phototherapy and more like frequency, duration, side effects, risks, and cardiovascular benefits. This Psound Bytes episode is provided with support from Bristol Myers Squibb, Janssen, and UCB.

Ep. 187 "Psoriasis in Skin of Color"

February 07, 2023 11:30 - 26 minutes - 36 MB

Psoriasis is usually more extensive and severe in skin of color. Hear dermatologist Dr. Mona Shahriari from Central Connecticut Dermatology address why and how psoriasis presents in skin of color, potential for misdiagnosis, hyper/hypopigmentation, cultural beliefs, and cautions to consider when treating psoriasis in skin of color. This program is supported by educational grants from Amgen, Bristol Myers Squibb, CeraVe, Janssen, and UCB.

Ep. 186 "Tips to Help Prepare for Your Psoriasis Appointments"

February 02, 2023 11:30 - 23 minutes - 32.2 MB

Do you want to make your dermatology health care appointments more effective? Not sure if you're preparing enough for your appointments? Hear Kirk Gautier, a certified physician assistant with US Dermatology Partners in Tyler and Athens, TX offer tips from what to bring and do to help prepare and make the most of your health care appointments. This Psound Bytes episode is provided with support from Bristol Myers Squibb, Janssen and UCB,

Ep. 185 "Transitions and Changes That Impact Psoriatic Disease"

January 17, 2023 11:30 - 19 minutes - 26.4 MB

Transitions in life impact us all. When it impacts your psoriatic disease care you need options. Listen as we discuss transitions that might mean a change in your treatment such as pregnancy, surgery, insufficient efficacy, and more with NPF Medical Board member Dr. Clive Liu, Director of the Psoriasis Treatment Center at Bellevue Dermatology. This Psound Bytes episode is provided with support from Bristol Myers Squibb, Janssen, and UCB.

Ep. 184 "Meeting the Challenge of Maintaining Psoriasis Treatment"

January 10, 2023 11:30 - 22 minutes - 30.5 MB

Adhering to treatment can be challenging. So many factors impact adherence and ultimately treatment outcomes. Listen as we explore the issues of why treatment adherence matters and what you can do about it with the leading expert on this topic, dermatologist and skin pathologist Dr. Steven Feldman from Wake Forest School of Medicine in Winston-Salem, NC.

Ep. 183 "What is Erythrodermic Psoriasis?"

December 13, 2022 11:30 - 13 minutes - 18.4 MB

You may have heard about erythrodermic psoriasis but just what is it? Dr. Mio Nakamura from the University of Michigan, Dept. of Dermatology answers questions about this serious and potentially life-threatening form of psoriasis from types, symptoms, need for acute care, to potential triggers, treatment options and risk of skin infections. This Psound Bytes episode is provided with support from AbbVie, Amgen, Bristol Myers Squibb and Janssen.

Ep. 182 "The Ins and Outs of JAK Inhibitors for Psoriatic Disease"

December 06, 2022 11:30 - 20 minutes - 28.3 MB

Have questions about JAK inhibitors? Not sure how they work, what they treat, risks and how effective they are compared to other treatments? Listen as rheumatologist and NPF Medical Board member, Dr. Sergio Schwartzman from Weill Cornell Medical Center in NY, addresses such questions and more about the JAK STAT pathway. This Psound Bytes episode is provided with support from AbbVie, Amgen, Bristol Myers Squibb and Janssen.

Ep. 181 "The Latest News in Topicals for Psoriasis"

November 29, 2022 11:30 - 24 minutes - 33.3 MB

Topical therapies are a mainstay of psoriasis care but can be challenging to use. Hear what challenges they present and how the latest topicals - Tapinarof and Roflumilast could revolutionize topical treatments from dermatologist and NPF Medical Board member, Dr. Larry Green, Aesthetics and Dermatology Center in Rockville, MD. This Psound Bytes episode is provided with support from AbbVie, Amgen, Bristol Myers Squibb and Janssen.

Ep. 180 "Breaking Down the Immune Pathway Driving Psoriatic Disease"

November 15, 2022 11:30 - 41 minutes - 57 MB

Join dermatologist Dr. Jason Hawkes, Associate Professor of Dermatology at the University of California, Davis, as he breaks down the immune pathways and feed forward mechanism driving the development of psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis, and why the IL-17/IL-23 axis is key to the development of targeted treatments for this disease. This Psound Bytes episode is provided with support from AbbVie, Amgen, Bristol Myers Squibb and Janssen.

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