Ep. 267 "Managing Chronic Pain with Psoriatic Arthritis"
Psoriasis Uncovered
Description: Chronic pain can be difficult to live with. If you have psoriatic arthritis you know all too well what that means. Listen as physiatrist Dr. Erin Maslowski and LB Herbert offer ways to manage pain before it manages your life. Join host Susan McClelland-Tobert, a retired pediatric cardiologist who also lives with psoriatic disease as she uncovers the topic of what is chronic pain and how to manage it with Dr. Erin Maslowski, a physiatrist at Emplify Health System who specializes in physical medicine, rehabilitation and pain management, along with LB Herbert who also lives...
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Ep. 266 "No Compromise: Skin, Joints, and You"
Psoriasis Uncovered
Description: In this episode, we’ll explore what it means to aim for no compromise in psoriatic arthritis care—addressing both skin and joint symptoms with dermatologist and rheumatologist Dr. Saakshi Khattri and patient advocate Dayna Pham who lives with psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis. Join moderator Jeff Brown as he asks how patients and their healthcare providers can work in partnership to create a comprehensive, personalized treatment plan that reflects the full impact of psoriatic disease with triple board-certified dermatologist, rheumatologist, and internist Dr Saakshi...
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Ep. 265 "Exploring Connections Between Psoriasis and Psoriatic Arthritis"
Psoriasis Uncovered
Description: Listen as NPF Medical Board Members, dermatologist Dr. Robert Kalb and rheumatologist Dr. Sergio Schwartzman discuss the connections between psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis, from cytokines to triggers, current and future treatments. Join moderator Alan Simmons as he gains insights on what connects psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis with leading experts in psoriatic disease and NPF Medical Board members, dermatologist Dr. Robert Kalb with Buffalo Medical Group Dermatology, and rheumatologist Dr. Sergio Schwartzman from Schwartzman Rheumatology, as they discuss the...
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Ep. 264 "Vaccines and Psoriatic Disease: What You Need to Know"
Psoriasis Uncovered
Episode Description: Not sure if you should receive a vaccine given your psoriasis or psoriatic arthritis medication? Dermatologist Dr. Jason Hawkes explores this question along with vaccination recommendations for adults receiving biologics and oral therapies for psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis. Listen as hosts Jeff Brown and LB Herbert discuss key questions about vaccine use and psoriatic disease with dermatologist and NPF Medical Board member Dr. Jason Hawkes who is co-owner, Chief Scientific Officer, and investigator with the Oregon Medical Research Center. Hear...
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Ep. 263 "Let’s Talk: Know Your Medicare Options and What Changes Mean for You"
Psoriasis Uncovered
Episode Description: Listen as Kim Beer, Senior Vice President of Policy and External Affairs with the National Health Council, and Dermatologist, Dr. Jeffrey Cohen discuss the 2025 Medicare changes in relation to psoriatic disease and what’s to come in 2026 with Jason Harris, Vice President of Government Relations and Advocacy at NPF. Join this discussion about what changes occurred with Medicare in 2025 that impact psoriatic disease care, outcomes to date, what’s to come in 2026, and what you should consider when choosing health care plans during open enrollment with...
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Ep. 262 "Finding My Path to Managing Psoriatic Disease and Excess Weight"
Psoriasis Uncovered
Dermatologist Dr. Erin Boh and patient advocate Brian Lehrschall discuss the challenge of managing weight, psoriasis, and psoriatic arthritis which share common inflammatory pathways and what can be done to improve all together. Join moderator Jennifer Bomberger as she asks what is the connection between psoriatic disease and excess weight and what can be done to counter the effects of inflammatory cytokines for both with leading dermatologist Dr. Erin Boh and Brian Lehrschall who has lost over 100 pounds using diet, exercise and a GLP-1 receptor agonist. Hear Brian’s story along with...
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Ep. 261 "Defining On Treatment Remission for Psoriasis and What it Means for You"
Psoriasis Uncovered
Leading dermatologist and NPF Medical Board Member, Dr. Tina Bhutani, and Gail Reiser who lives with plaque psoriasis discuss what “on treatment remission” means for those who have the disease and health care providers. Join moderator and resident physician Olivia Kam as she discusses the definition of on treatment remission for plaque psoriasis, and how this definition impacts the management of the disease and when to change treatments with leading dermatologist Dr. Tina Bhutani from Synergy Dermatology in San Francisco, and Gail Reiser who has been living with plaque psoriasis for...
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Ep. 260 "Learning How to Navigate Psoriatic Disease Together as a Family"
Psoriasis Uncovered
Pediatric rheumatologist Dr. Pamela Weiss speaks with Michael and his 12 year old daughter Ava about navigating the challenge of living with psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis together as a family. Join moderator Kaleigh Welch as she discusses the challenges of living with psoriasis and juvenile psoriatic arthritis (JPsA) from diagnosis, misconceptions about psoriatic disease, to management and treatment with pediatric rheumatologist, Dr. Pamela Weiss from Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, Division of Rheumatology, along with Michael and Ava, whose psoriatic disease is truly a...
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Ep. 259 "Uncovering Scalp Psoriasis"
Psoriasis Uncovered
Is it scalp psoriasis or something else? If it is scalp psoriasis what do I do about it? These questions and more are answered by leading dermatologist Dr. Ronald Prussick as we uncover what is scalp psoriasis. Join host Corinne Rutkowski as she talks with dermatologist and Vice Chair of the NPF Medical Board, Dr. Ronald Prussick from Washington Dermatology Center in Rockville and Frederick, MD about scalp psoriasis compared to dandruff, seborrheic dermatitis or eczema, and how characteristics may differ, along with what treatments and actions are effective to address scalp...
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Ep. 258 "Treating Plaque Psoriasis From the Inside Out"
Psoriasis Uncovered
Hear Christopher McKim’s journey with moderate to severe plaque psoriasis and the latest clinical trial results from dermatologist, Dr. Christine Cornejo. Join this discussion with moderator Archie Franklin as Christopher McKim, a BMS employee living with moderate to severe plaque psoriasis, and Dr. Christine Cornejo, Director and US Medical Engagement Lead for Dermatology and Rheumatology at BMS, offer a patient and physician’s perspective on treating plaque psoriasis from the inside. Listen as Chris presents his journey along with Dr. Cornejo addressing effectiveness and safety...
info_outlineHaving Generalized Pustular Psoriasis (GPP) can steam roll your life. Hear how dermatologist Dr. Oanh Lauring and patient advocate Jordan Hicks overcame the challenge of recognition to treating this rare form of psoriasis.
GPP is far more than just psoriasis. Recognition of this form of psoriasis with a unique cytokine presents challenges when symptoms are not so apparent and confusing. Join host Alan Simmons as he dives into the diagnosis journey, and treatment from acute to chronic flares with dermatologist Dr. Oanh Lauring, and what it means to live and stand up for yourself with GPP with Jordan Hicks.
This episode offers a heartfelt look at life with generalized pustular psoriasis (GPP) and the value of standing up for your health. Join GPP Awareness Day in August.
Timestamps:
· (0:00) Intro to Psound Bytes & guest welcome dermatologist Dr. Oanh Lauring and patient advocate Jordan Hicks.
· (1:08) Jordan’s diagnosis journey with generalized pustular psoriasis (GPP).
· (2:37) What is generalized pustular psoriasis and Dr. Lauring’s first encounter with GPP.
· (8:00) How GPP is different from plaque psoriasis but they can coexist together.
· (9:53) Treatment of acute GPP flares vs ongoing flare management.
· (12:29) The impact of GPP on Jordan’s life.
· (13:22) How to support those who live with GPP in the clinic setting and their mental health.
· (15:24) Tips for working with other specialists in management of GPP.
· (17:30) Feelings associated with being diagnosed with GPP.
· (20:43) Being a self-advocate is important to your healthcare journey.
· (22:18) If you have GPP, you are not alone. Initiation of GPP Awareness Day.
4 Key Takeaways:
· Diagnosis of generalized pustular psoriasis can take time given its confusing presentation in the early stages but can shift rapidly to urgent care when in the acute phase of the disease.
· Generalized pustular psoriasis and plaque psoriasis are distinct forms but can coexist together. 50% of patients with GPP also have plaque psoriasis.
· The impact of living with GPP is significant and finding support from those who understand, including health care providers, is critical to treating and coping with the disease.
· If you have GPP be a strong advocate for your health and your self-worth. Your symptoms are valid and you deserve to be heard.
Guest Bios:
Dr. Oanh Lauring is a board-certified dermatologist in private practice at Lauring Dermatology where she provides the utmost care and expertise for patients with serious skin diseases such as psoriasis that impact the skin, scalp, hair, and nails. She offers a variety of the latest medical treatments including generalized pustular psoriasis to help her patients achieve a natural and refreshed appearance.
Jordan Hicks took her health into her own hands. She moved from a small Texas town to Las Vegas in order to obtain care for her generalized pustular psoriasis or GPP. Once there she found her community and learned to speak up for herself and others. Jordan and her dog have been active advocates for GPP and Psoriasis ever since.
Resources:
Ø Find Support through GPP Circles and others who understand what it means to live with GPP https://www.psoriasis.org/gpp-circles/
Ø Join us to create awareness for the first GPP Awareness Day August 13, 2025. Request your tool kit. https://www.psoriasis.org/gpp-toolkit/