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Thriving with Arthritis -with Dr. Diana Girnita
Thriving with Arthritis is an evidence-based podcast dedicated to helping people understand, manage, and live well with arthritis and autoimmune diseases. Hosted by Dr. Diana M. Girnita, MD, PhD, a double board-certified physician in Internal Medicine and Rheumatology with a PhD in Immunology, the podcast bridges modern rheumatology with lifestyle and integrative medicine.
The show covers a wide range of conditions, including rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, lupus, Sjögren’s disease, gout, and other inflammatory and immune-mediated disorders. Each episode provides clear explanations of diagnosis, lab testing, imaging, medications, biologics, and emerging therapies—alongside practical strategies for nutrition, exercise, sleep, stress regulation, and chronic pain management.
Listeners hear conversations with experts in rheumatology, immunology, nutrition, physical therapy, and mind-body medicine, as well as real patient stories that highlight the challenges of diagnosis, flares, remission, and long-term disease management.
Dr. Girnita brings over 20 years of clinical and academic experience, including advanced postdoctoral training at Harvard University and the University of Pittsburgh. She is widely recognized for combining rigorous scientific medicine with a whole-person approach that treats not just disease activity, but the person living with the disease.
An educator with a global reach, Dr. Girnita has accumulated over 30 million views across YouTube and social media, where she delivers clear, science-based education on autoimmune and inflammatory diseases. Her work has been featured in The New York Times, Medscape, and other major medical publications.
Thriving with Arthritis empowers patients to make informed decisions, navigate the healthcare system with confidence, reduce inflammation, prevent complications, and reclaim quality of life.
Thriving with Arthritis -with Dr. Diana Girnita
Living with Sjogren's Disease: Expert and Patient Insights with Dr. Kara Wada
Join Dr. Diana Girnita and special guest Dr. Kara Wada as they explore the intricate world of Sjogren's disease. Dr. Wada offers a unique dual perspective as both a physician and a patient recently diagnosed with Sjogren's. This episode delves into the complexities of autoimmune conditions, highlighting the challenges of diagnosis, the critical importance of self-care, and the evolving landscape of treatments.
Key Discussion Points:
- Complexities of Sjogren's Disease and Autoimmune Conditions: Understanding the intricate nature of Sjogren's and related autoimmune disorders.
- Challenges in Diagnosis and Treatment: Overcoming obstacles in identifying and managing autoimmune diseases.
- Importance of Self-Care and Health Advocacy: Emphasizing the need for self-care and advocating for one's health.
- Personal Journey of Diagnosis and Lifestyle Adjustments: Dr. Wada shares her personal experience with diagnosis and adapting her lifestyle.
- Evolving Understanding of Autoimmune Diseases and Remission: Discussing new insights and approaches to achieving remission.
- New Treatments on the Horizon (CAR-T Cell Therapy): Exploring cutting-edge treatments like CAR-T cell therapy.
- Progress Over Perfection and Setting Boundaries: Focusing on the importance of progress, self-compassion, and setting personal boundaries.
- Holistic Health Approaches and Self-Advocacy: Integrating holistic health practices and the importance of self-advocacy in the medical journey.
Tune in for an enlightening conversation that bridges professional expertise and personal experience, offering valuable insights for anyone affected by Sjogren's disease and autoimmune conditions.
More info about Dr. Kara Wada, MD : Quadruple board-certified pediatric and adult allergy immunology & lifestyle medicine physician, Sjogren’s patient and life coach shares her recipe for success combining anti-inflammatory lifestyle, trusting therapeutic relationships, modern medicine & our minds to harness our body’s ability to heal.
Website: https://www.drkarawada.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/immuneconfident/
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/KaraWadaMD
Email :crunchyallergist@gmail.com
More info about Dr. Diana Girnita, MD PhD
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