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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
Today's Healthcare Challenges: Daniel's Story of Morphea and Using Telemedicine as a Solution
In this special episode of Thriving with Arthritis, Dr. Diana Granita, a seasoned rheumatologist, sits down with Daniel, a 32-year-old man who shares his personal journey of being diagnosed with Morphea, a localized autoimmune disease.
Despite having no prior medical issues, Daniel experiences the challenges of navigating the healthcare system.
From noticing initial symptoms to receiving a diagnosis and finding the right specialist, Daniel opens up about the anxieties and hurdles he faced.
The discussion also highlights the importance of telemedicine, transparent pricing in healthcare, and the pros and cons of seeking medical information online.
This episode offers valuable insights and advice for anyone dealing with autoimmune diseases, emphasizing that quick access to specialist care can make a significant difference.
More info about Dr. Diana Girnita, MD PhD
- Website: https://rheumatologistoncall.com/
- Email: Contact@rheumatologistoncall.com
- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@rheumatologistoncall
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/diana-girnita-md-phd-07b57810/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rheumatologistoncall/
- Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/RheumatologistOncall/
- Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/3685130571554200