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Psound Bytes

235 episodes - English - Latest episode: 2 days ago - ★★★★★ - 36 ratings

National Psoriasis Foundation presents Psound Bytes, a podcast series featuring leading experts talking about understanding, managing and thriving with psoriasis and/or psoriatic arthritis. Listen to world renowned dermatologists and rheumatologists discuss the latest news in psoriatic disease management.

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Ep. 34 SOS: Rapid Relief for Psoriasis Flares

September 10, 2019 08:00 - 25 minutes - 12 MB

In the middle of a psoriasis flare and have an urgent need to be clear? Listen to treatment options for rapid relief from one of the country's leading dermatologists, Dr. Mark Lebwohl, the Waldman Professor and Chairman of the Kimberly and Eric J. Waldman Department of Dermatology at Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai Health System in New York. This activity is supported by Lilly and AbbVie. 

Ep. 33 CME .25 Psoriasis and the Impact of Concurrent Health Conditions

August 27, 2019 08:00 - 25 minutes - 11.9 MB

Hear a discussion about the systemic nature of psoriasis and how the risk of concurrent health conditions should influence the management and treatment of psoriasis from Dr. So Yeon Paek, dermatologist with Texas Dermatology Associates and Assistant Clinical Professor of Dermatology at Texas A&M Medical School in Dallas. To view disclosure information and claim credit, go to https://www.eeds.com/em/1120 . This program is supported by unrestricted educational grants from Celgene and Ortho Der...

Ep. 32 Look Beyond Psoriasis Skin: The Impact of Inflammation

August 20, 2019 08:00 - 23 minutes - 10.8 MB

Psoriasis may be visible on the skin, but it is more than just a skin disease. Hear Dr. So Yeon Paek from Texas Dermatology Associate in Dallas, discuss the true impact of inflammation, what factors influence development of concurrent health conditions, and what you need to know and do to counter such impact. This activity is supported by an educational grant from Bausch Health Foundation. 

Ep. 31 Get Sound Advice to Help Your Psoriatic Disease

August 06, 2019 08:00 - 25 minutes - 12.1 MB

Newly diagnosed? Curious about treatment options? Want help finding patient assistance programs or transitioning to Medicare and now your treatment is no longer covered? Listen as members of NPF's Patient Navigation Center offer sound advice as to how they answer such questions and more. You'll be surprised by what they do for you!

Ep. 30 Insights on the Prevention of Psoriatic Arthritis

July 23, 2019 08:00 - 11 minutes - 5.67 MB

Is it possible to prevent psoriatic arthritis? That's the question asked of one of the country's preeminent rheumatologists, Dr. Christopher Ritchlin, Professor of Medicine and Co-Director of the Psoriasis Center at the University of Rochester Medical Center in New York. Hear his response and what he feels can be done to minimize joint damage and prevent psoriatic arthritis. 

Ep. 29 CME .25 Altered Glycan Theory of Autoimmunity

July 09, 2019 16:30 - 20 minutes - 16.7 MB

Hear a fascinating insight into the field of glycomics - from glycan function to the relationship to immune mediated diseases such as psoriasis from Dr. Emanual Maverakis, a dermatologist and physician investigator with the Departments of Dermatology, Medical Microbiology and Immunology at University of California, Davis. To view disclosure information and claim credit, go to https://www.eeds.com/em/1119 . This program is supported by unrestricted educational grants from Bristol-Myers Squibb...

Ep. 28 Cracking the Sugar Code: Why It's Relevant to Psoriatic Disease

July 09, 2019 08:00 - 20 minutes - 9.73 MB

If you haven't heard about the glycome and glycan biomarkers, here's your chance to hear Dr. Emanual Maverakis, a dermatologist and physician investigator with the Departments of Dermatology, Medical Microbiology and Immunology at University of California, Davis discuss the altered glycan theory of autoimmunity and how glycan biomarkers may someday be used for the diagnosis and treatment of immune mediated diseases such as psoriasis.

Ep. 27 Let's Hear About Ear Psoriasis

June 18, 2019 08:00 - 15 minutes - 7.39 MB

Psoriasis in the ear can happen. Listen why it's challenging to treat, what the potential impact could be and what to do if you develop psoriasis in your ear from Chair of NPF's Medical Board and dermatologist Dr. Abby Van Voorhees, Chair of Dermatology at Eastern Virginia Medical School in Norfolk, VA. 

Ep. 26 CME .25 Psoriasis in the Ear: Symptoms and Treatment

June 18, 2019 07:00 - 16 minutes - 7.66 MB

Hear dermatologist Dr. Abby Van Voorhees, Chair of NPF's Medical Board and Chair of Dermatology at Eastern Virginia Medical School in Norfolk, VA, discuss the symptoms of psoriasis in the ear, potential impact and treatment options. To view disclosure information and claim credit, go to https://www.eeds.com/em/1118 . This program is supported by unrestricted educational grants from Bristol-Myers Squibb, Lilly and Ortho Dermatologics. 

Ep. 25 Need to Switch Psoriatic Disease Treatments?

June 04, 2019 08:00 - 18 minutes - 8.53 MB

Are you in need of switching psoriatic disease treatments? Learn what factors may indicate a change or discussion about treatment with your health care provider from dermatologist Dr. Junko Takeshita with Penn Dermatology and Assistant Professor of Dermatology and Epidemiology at the University of Pennsylvania, Perelman School of Medicine in Philadelphia. 

Ep. 24 Bone Remodeling in Psoriatic Arthritis

May 21, 2019 08:00 - 12 minutes - 5.85 MB

Did you know bone loss and new bone formation occurs in psoriatic arthritis? Hear what cells are responsible for bone remodeling and the status of emerging osteoimmunology research from Dr. Iannis Immunology at University of California at Davis. 

Ep. 23 Psoriatic Arthritis and Uveitis: What's It All About?

May 14, 2019 08:00 - 18 minutes - 8.83 MB

If you have psoriatic arthritis the chance of having a uveitis attack is 1 in 14. Hear rheumatologist Dr. James Rosenbaum, Chief of Arthritis and Rheumatic Diseases at OHSU and Chief of Ophthalmology at Legacy Devers Eye Institute describe what is uveitis, symptoms and why it's associated with psoriatic arthritis. 

Ep. 22 CME .5 Comparison of PsA, RA, OA and Gout

May 09, 2019 08:00 - 35 minutes - 16.6 MB

Hear rheumatologist Dr. Arthur Mandelin from Northwestern University, Feinberg School of Medicine in Chicago, compare key features and symptoms of psoriatic arthritis to rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis and gout. Includes a discussion about PsA screening tools. To view disclosure information and claim credit, go to https://www.eeds.com/em/1117 . This program is supported by unrestricted educational grants from Bristol-Myers Squibb, Lilly and Ortho Dermatologics. 

Ep. 21 How Do I Know If It's PsA, RA, OA or Gout?

May 07, 2019 19:17 - 36 minutes - 24.3 MB

Not sure what type of arthritis you have? Hear a comparison of key features and symptoms of psoriatic arthritis to rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis and gout from Dr. Arthur Mandelin, a rheumatologist with Northwestern University, Feinberg School of Medicine in Chicago. This podcast is part of the PsA Action Month activities which is supported in part by Amgen, Bristol-Myers Squibb, Celgene, Lilly and Novartis. 

Ep. 20 Be an Advocate for Psoriatic Disease: Let Your Voice Be Heard

April 30, 2019 19:30 - 15 minutes - 7.34 MB

Learn how the National Psoriasis Foundation's regional Advocacy Action Networks work to change or ensure legislative policies benefit people with psoriatic disease. Activities include step therapy reform, tackling rising out of pocket cost, Medicaid expansion and more. Hear about the issues and how many voices work collectively to achieve better policies for all. 

Ep. 19 What to Look for in Psoriatic Disease Over-the-Counter Products

April 30, 2019 08:00 - 21 minutes - 10.1 MB

Are you overwhelmed by over-the-counter product choices for psoriatic disease? Hear what to look for and practical tips for use from Veronica Richardson, a certified nurse practitioner with Penn Dermatology, Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine in Philadelphia. 

Ep. 18 My Crowning Achievement: Helping Others with Psoriatic Disease

April 22, 2019 08:00 - 14 minutes - 6.73 MB

Tiara may not have psoriatic disease but given her family connection she is quite familiar with concerns associated with the disease. At 13 years old she decided to do something and still chooses to raise awareness about psoriatic disease to this day. Hear how Tiara has made helping others her crowning achievement. 

Ep. 17 I Run My Life. My Psoriatic Disease Doesn't.

April 16, 2019 21:30 - 22 minutes - 10.4 MB

Don't miss Greg Kingsley's very compelling and inspiring story about how he overcame many challenges from being overnight, cancer, and treating his psoriatic disease to running half and full marathons. Greg truly runs his life!

Ep. 16 All in the Family: Why We Volunteer for NPF

April 09, 2019 08:00 - 13 minutes - 6.64 MB

Hear highlights from extraordinary volunteers Kathleen Browning and Thomas Dvorak as they share why volunteering is a family affair and what they do (and you can too) to help the National Psoriasis Foundation attain its mission. In honor of Volunteer Appreciation Week a sincere thank you to all our volunteers!

Ep. 15 CME: Relections on the LITE Study and Psoriasis

April 02, 2019 22:30 - 17 minutes - 8.23 MB

Hear Dr. Joel Gelfand, Director of the Psoriasis and Phototherapy Treatment Center at University of Pennsylvania, expand on his discussion of the value of phototherapy and the patient/provider requirements for becoming involved in the Light Treatment Effectiveness or LITE Study. To view disclosure information and claim credit, go to https://www.eeds.com/em/1114 . This program is supported by unrestricted educational grants from Bristol-Myers Squibb, Lilly and Ortho Dermatologics. 

Ep. 15 CME: Reflections on the LITE Study and Psoriasis

April 02, 2019 22:30 - 17 minutes - 8.23 MB

Hear Dr. Joel Gelfand, Director of the Psoriasis and Phototherapy Treatment Center at University of Pennsylvania, expand on his discussion of the value of phototherapy and the patient/provider requirements for becoming involved in the Light Treatment Effectiveness or LITE Study. To view disclosure information and claim credit, go to https://www.eeds.com/em/1114 . This program is supported by unrestricted educational grants from Bristol-Myers Squibb, Lilly and Ortho Dermatologics. 

Ep. 14 Psoriasis "LITE": Learn more about phototherapy and psoriasis

April 02, 2019 08:00 - 18 minutes - 8.76 MB

Hear why phototherapy is still considered an effective treatment option for psoriasis along with a more in-depth look at the Light Treatment Effectiveness or LITE Study. Dr. Joel Gelfand, Director of the Psoriasis and Phototherapy Treatment Center at University of Pennsylvania, expands on his conversation about the value of phototherapy and who makes a good candidate for the LITE Study. 

Ep. 13 Enlightenment about Psoriasis Phototherapy Research

March 20, 2019 04:17 - 6 minutes - 3.39 MB

Curious about the Light Treatment Effectiveness or LITE Study? Hear a preliminary conversation with Dr. Joel Gelfand, Director of the Psoriasis and Phototherapy Treatment Center at University of Pennsylvania, as he provides en"LITE"nment about what the study is, goals and how to become involved through this short podcast. (More details about phototherapy and the LITE study to arrive with the April 2nd episode.)

Ep 12 If I'm Clear, Why Do I Need To Continue My Psoriasis Treatment?

March 19, 2019 08:00 - 10 minutes - 4.98 MB

This may be a question you're tempted to ask. Hear Dr. Ronald Prussick, Medical Director at Washington Dermatology Center in Rockville, MD, provide the rationale behind why maintaining treatment and lifestyle changes are important to the systemic nature of psoriasis.

Ep. 11 Is It Psoriasis Or Something Else?

March 05, 2019 09:00 - 19 minutes - 9.24 MB

No sure which skin disease you may have? Hear Dr. Benjamin Lockshin, a nationally recognized dermatologist with Derm Associates in Rockville and Silver Springs, MD, explain the distinctions between psoriasis, eczema, seborrheic dermatitis, and other skin diseases.

Ep. 10 Why Psoriatic Disease Treatments Stop Working

February 19, 2019 09:00 - 23 minutes - 11 MB

Hear Dr. Meyer Horn, founder and Medical Director of Dermatology + Aesthetics in Chicago, discuss the heterogeneous nature of psoriasis and why some treatments stop working for some but continue for others. 

Ep. 9 .25 CME Cardiovascular and Psoriatic Disease

February 05, 2019 23:00 - 15 minutes - 7.37 MB

Dr. Nehal Mehta, a nuclear cardiologist who is Chief of the Section of Inflammation and Cardiometabolic Diseases at the National Institutes of Health in Bethesda, MD, talks about his research in understanding the role of innate immunity and inflammation in psoriatic disease, and how it relates to cardiovascular and metabolic diseases. To view disclosure information and claim credit, go to https://www.eeds.com/em/1113 . This program is supported by unrestricted educational grants from Bristol...

Ep. 8 Psoriasis Saved My Life!

February 05, 2019 17:00 - 13 minutes - 6.24 MB

Cyclist Josh Stelter shares his inspiring story about when he was diagnosed with psoriasis and how that discovery saved and changed his life. Hear how Josh turned frustration into opportunities to educate and help others with psoriatic disease. His positive spin on life may inspire you to look at life differently.

Ep. 7 Heart and Psoriatic Disease Connection

February 05, 2019 09:00 - 14 minutes - 6.83 MB

Learn what drives the heart and psoriatic disease connection and why even one plaque may be too much from Dr. Nehal Mehta, a cardiologist who is Chief of the Section of Inflammation and Cardiometabolic Diseases at the National Institutes of Health in Bethesda, MD. Dr. Mehta provides an update on his research around the impact of systemic inflammation using PET imaging. 

Ep. 6 .25 CME: New Psoriatic Arthritis Treatment Guidelines

January 22, 2019 12:00 - 26 minutes - 12.2 MB

Hear what the new treatment guidelines for psoriatic arthritis from the American College of Rheumatology and the National Psoriasis Foundation may mean for management of the disease. Dr. Philip Mease, a rheumatologist and Director of the Rheumatology Clinical Research Division at Swedish Medical Center/Providence St. Joseph Health in Seattle, WA, discusses the high points of the guidelines. To view disclosure information and claim credit, go to https://www.eeds.com/em/1112 . This program is ...

Ep. 5 New Psoriatic Arthritis Treatment Guidelines

January 22, 2019 10:00 - 24 minutes - 11.5 MB

Hear what the new treatment guidelines for psoriatic arthritis from the American College of Rheumatology and the National Psoriasis Foundation may mean for you. Dr. Philip Mease, a rheumatologist and Director of the Rheumatology Clinical Research Division at Swedish Medical Center/Providence St. Joseph Health in Seattle, WA discusses key points about the guidelines. This "New Psoriatic Arthritis Treatment Guidelines" episode is supported by Amgen and AbbVie.    

Ep. 4 Understanding the Rulemaking Process: What is Regulatory Policy and How Can Individuals with Psoriatic Disease Influence It?

January 08, 2019 10:00 - 19 minutes - 9.21 MB

This episode features Bonnie Duffy from the MAPRx coalition explaining the various mechanisms of the rulemaking process and providing examples of how programs like Medicare Part D are changed through regulation. Hear why it's important for you to know how regulatory policy is decided and learn more about how individuals living with psoriasis and/or psoriatic arthritis can impact such policy. 

Ep. 3 .25 CME: Psoriatic Disease Treatment and Research Update for Pediatric Care

January 07, 2019 13:00 - 22 minutes - 10.4 MB

Hear Dr. Amy Paller, M.D., world renowned pediatric dermatologist at Northwestern University, Feinberg School of Medicine and Director of the Northwestern University Skin Disease Research Center address the use of biologics in youth along with her research in Liproproteins and targeted topical delivery system using gene suppression and nanotherapy. To view disclosure information and claim credit, go to https://www.eeds.com/em/1110 . This program is supported by unrestricted educational grant...

Ep. 1 Psoriasis Treatment and Research Update for Pediatric Care

January 07, 2019 13:00 - 21 minutes - 10 MB

Curious about biologic treatments for your child with psoriatic disease and what's coming in the future? Hear Dr. Amy Paller, world renowned pediatric dermatologist at Northwestern University, Feinberg School of Medicine address the use of biologics in youth along with her research in risk factors for cardiovascular disease and a novel approach to topicals via targeted gene suppression. 

Ep. 2 Treatment Side Effects Impacting Psoriatic Disease

January 07, 2019 13:00 - 10 minutes - 5.02 MB

Wondering about treatment side effects? Hear the facts about psoriatic disease treatments from topicals to biologics from Dr. Ronald Prussick, Medical Director at Washington Dermatology Center in Rockville, MD.