Psound Bytes

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. 

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. 

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. 

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. 

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. 

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. 

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. 

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. 

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. 

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. 

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. 

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. 

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. 

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. 

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, 

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. 

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. 

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. 

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. 

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.