The Psoriatic Arthritis Club
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Knowing When Fine is Not Fine: One AxSpA Patient's Experience
November 13, 2025 · 27 minIn this episode of The Psoriatic Arthritis Club, host Shelley Fritz talks with Mini, who shares her journey living with Axial Spondyloarthritis (axSpA) — from decades of unexplained pain and delayed diagnosis to finally finding the right…
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Busting Psoriatic Arthritis and Psoriasis Myths with Jody Quinn
February 28, 2025 · 18 minPsoriatic arthritis (PsA) and psoriasis (PsO) are often misunderstood, leading to widespread myths that can make managing these conditions even more challenging. In this episode, patient advocate Jody Quinn joins host Shelley Fritz to set…
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Balancing Treatment Goals in PsA and axSpA with Dr. Khattri
September 27, 2024 · 27 minIn this episode, Dr. Khattri, a triple board-certified dermatologist, rheumatologist, and internist, discusses the complexities and goals of achieving remission in Psoriatic Arthritis (PsA) and Axial Spondyloarthritis (axSpA). Dr. Khattri…
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Audio Guide: Collaborating with Your Rheumatologist
September 5, 2023 · 22 minWhether 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…
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Dr. Ruderman’s Insights: Collaborative Care and Individualized Management Strategies for PsA
September 5, 2023 · 30 minThis 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…
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Jonathan's Journey: Confronting Fears and Finding a Treatment Path
September 5, 2023 · 27 minJonathan Arora talks openly about his journey from diagnosis to treatment. He addresses his initial hesitation due to concerns about drug safety and side effects, offering insights into overcoming these fears and finding community. Among…
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Ashley's Journey: From Reluctance to Resilience in Managing Psoriatic Arthritis
September 5, 2023 · 27 minAshley Krivohlavek discusses her challenging journey to find the right PsA treatment. She talks candidly about her initial fears of starting treatment and her concerns through seven treatment changes, weighing the potential side effects…
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Eddie’s Story: 20 Years of Life Lessons for Coping with PsA
June 27, 2021 · 24 minEddie’s PsA story involves a relatively quick journey to getting diagnosed and on treatment. But he’s had his share of challenges along the way, and that means plenty of wisdom to impart about the many curveballs that PsA can throw your…
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Diane’s Story: It’s Never Too Late to Start Getting Good Care
June 27, 2021 · 20 minDiane should have been diagnosed with PsA well before she actually was. As a woman of color who grew up poor, she endured decades of inadequate treatment, misdiagnosis, and stigma. But she also learned a lot about how to turn things around…
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Lauren’s Story: A Personal Trainer Who Doesn’t Want to Push Through the Pain
June 27, 2021 · 22 minImagine exercising for a living, then being diagnosed with a condition that makes picking up weights almost too painful to bear. When Lauren was diagnosed with PsA, she had a lot of concerns about what it would mean for her professionally…
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Audio Guide: Psoriatic Arthritis Treatments
June 27, 2021 · 17 minLearn more about the medication treatment options available for psoriatic arthritis, the importance of treating inflammation to reduce the risk of joint damage and other complications, and why your doctor needs to know about all your PsA…
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Audio Guide - Psoriatic Arthritis Symptoms
June 27, 2021 · 13 minLearn more about the range of symptoms you can experience with psoriatic arthritis, the importance of talking to your doctor about all of your symptoms in order to help improve your care, and how doctors and patients can use a measure like…