AiArthritis Voices 360 Talk Show

In this follow-up episode, AiArthritis Health Education Manager Leila reflects on her personal pregnancy journey with lupus and Sjögren’s, while sharing key fertility and pregnancy insights from EULAR 2024.

She highlights emerging research and clinical recommendations on preconception planning, navigating medication decisions, and coordinating care between rheumatologists and high-risk OB-GYNs. Leila also offers practical tips base...

AiArthritis is bringing you along for the journey as part of our Go With Us! Program, this time straight from the EULAR 2025 in Barcelona. In this episode, we’re spotlighting key research updates that matter most to patients living with AiArthritis diseases.

Our 'co hosts, Leila, Tiffany, Deb, and Eileen, are on the ground at EULAR, reporting back with fresh insights into patient-prioritized topics. You’ll hear how nutrition and mi...

Managing AiArthritis diseases are challenging but what if the entire model of care could change for the better? In this episode, Leila is joined by Dr. Jin Lee, co-founder and CEO of IMIDeology, a virtual and in-person clinic dedicated to diagnosing and treating immune-mediated inflammatory diseases (IMIDs) like spondyloarthritis, lupus, Crohn’s, and more.

Dr. Lee shares her journey from caregiver to changemaker and how IMIDeology ...

AiArthritis diseases can be difficult enough to manage—but what happens when the symptoms don’t fit neatly into a diagnosis? In this episode, AiArthritis Health Education Manager Leila shares her perspective on the “mystery patient” experience, those living with serious, ongoing symptoms but still searching for answers.

Leila revisits key conversations from past episodes and introduces new resources, including our updated Mystery P...

Autoimmune diseases like lupus and Sjogren’s disease are often associated with joint pain, fatigue, and organ involvement, but their impact on the nervous system is less commonly discussed. In this episode, Dr. Julius Birnbaum, a leading expert in neuro-rheumatology, joins us to explore the neurological manifestations of these conditions and what patients need to know.

From brain fog and memory issues to more severe complications l...

Parenting is challenging, but adding a chronic illness like rheumatoid arthritis brings unique obstacles. In this episode, co-host Eileen shares her journey of raising a child while managing RA, from coping with fatigue and pain to adjusting expectations.

She’s joined by her 12-year-old son, Jacob, who offers his perspective on growing up with a parent who has a chronic illness. Together, they discuss the struggles, unexpected less...

What does it mean to be diagnosed with undifferentiated disease (UD)? In this episode, Tiffany Westrich-Robertson, AiArthritis CEO and founder, unpacks this complex diagnosis, sharing her personal journey from being a mystery patient to receiving a UCTD diagnosis. Tiffany explains how undifferentiated disease fits into the autoimmune.autoinflammatory spectrum, its implications for treatment, and why early intervention is critical.

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Join us for a special episode where we reflect on the top three most-listened episodes of 2024! Leila revisits these engaging conversations that resonated deeply with the AiArthritis community, covering mental health, navigating the patient journey, and reproductive health. These episodes highlight the challenges and triumphs of living with autoimmune diseases, offering practical strategies and heartfelt support. Whether you're a p...

In this episode, our co-hosts share key takeaways and important updates from the American College of Rheumatology (ACR) Convergence 2024. Leila, Tiffany, Cristina, and Deb discuss cutting-edge therapies, chronic pain management strategies, and groundbreaking research on conditions like lupus, Sjögren’s, and psoriatic arthritis. Join us for an insightful and empowering conversation that highlights the strides being made in the AiArt...

In this episode, co-hosts Leila and Brittany dive into the power of patient voices in transforming the healthcare experience for the AiArthritis community. They bring empathy and validation to stories submitted by listeners, highlighting real struggles with insurance, pharmacy issues, and the emotional toll of chronic illness. Brittany also shares key takeaways from the recent Autoimmune Community Summit, covering practical tips fo...

In this episode of AiArthritis Voices 360, co-hosts Leila and Eileen discuss a project focused on organizing essential resources for patients navigating the AiArthritis journey, from undiagnosed symptoms to remission. They share their personal experiences living with lupus and rheumatoid arthritis, exploring the complexities of managing chronic illness and the challenges of early diagnosis. Tune in to learn about AiArthritis’s new ...

In this episode, our co-hosts bring you an exclusive look into the AiArthritis “Go With Us!” to Conferences program. We dive deep into EULAR 2024, the European Rheumatology Research Conference, where patients and co-hosts reveal groundbreaking advancements in AiArthritis research. Discover the latest on CAR-T therapy, innovative pain management tailored for patients, the role of opioids in addressing pain and fatigue, and practical...

Welcome to a milestone episode of AiArthritis Voices 360 Talk Show! Join us as we celebrate our 100th episode by revisiting three of our most impactful discussions that have resonated deeply with our listeners.

Episode 73: "Arthritis" Awareness - It’s Complicated! Dive into the complexities of arthritis awareness with our co-hosts as they share personal stories of delayed diagnosis and the profound impact it had on their lives. Dis...

In this episode, co-hosts Charis Hill and Jae Walker delve into life after COVID-19, focusing on the unique challenges faced by individuals with AiArthritis diseases. They discuss the importance of continued precautions in healthcare settings, share their own personal experiences, and offer practical advice for staying safe. Tune in for an insightful conversation on navigating the ongoing reality of COVID-19 while managing chronic ...

In this episode, our co-hosts Estela and Juana delve deep into the often overlooked but critically important topic of mental health for those living with AiArthritis diseases. They discuss the significant impact these health challenges have on both the body and the mind, supported by eye-opening statistics that 52% of patients with autoimmune diseases are diagnosed with a mental health condition within a year. Tune in to hear Estel...

In this episode, Leila shares the exciting plans for the upcoming World AiArthritis Day on May 20th with AiArthritis. Delve into why raising awareness for AiArthritis diseases is crucial and discover ways you can actively participate on the global initiative. Through flashback segments, our co-hosts dissect the layers surrounding the term "arthritis," unraveling misunderstandings, family judgments, and the complexities of distingui...

In this episode, co-hosts Leila, Estela, and Kerry delve into the crucial topic of social wellness amidst living with AiArthritis disease. They explore the essence of social wellness, its significance and sharing personal insights on navigating social lives while managing health challenges. Join our co-hosts as they discuss both the supportive and challenging dynamics of maintaining an active social life with an AiArthritis disease...

Curious about how volunteering with AiArthritis could transform your life and the lives of others?

In the latest episode of AiArthritis Voices 360 Talk Show as co-hosts Leila, Michael, Jenni, Deeanne, Patrice, and Deb share heartfelt stories of their journey into volunteering with AiArthritis. From personal experiences to the profound impact AiArthritis has had on their lives as patients, they delve into the transformative power ...

This is an AiArthritis Voices 360 REWIND, where we are bringing back the first RheumyRound episode from 2020 where we opened the conversation on improving doctor office visits! Also note - you will hear the acronym IFAA, which we used prior to using AiArthritis.

Join us as our co-hosts, Tiffany and Kelly, and guests, Dr. Kim and Jerik Leung, explore the important dynamic between patients and doctors in healthcare communication. T...