Mogil's Mobcast-A Scleroderma Chat

Episode #121 Sundar Balasubramanian: PhD, CIAYT, ERYT 500, Research Associate Professor in the Department of Radiation Medicine at the Medical University of South Carolina

20 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Today’s guest is Sundar Balasubramanian  Sundar is internationally recognized for his pioneering research on how yogic breathing and chanting pract...

Episode #120 Dr. Elizabeth Volkmann: Rheumatologist, Director of the UCLA Scleroderma Program Founder and Co-Director of the UCLA Connective Tissue Disease-Related Interstitial Lung Disease (CTD-ILD) Program

30 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

I’m excited to welcome back Dr. Elizabeth Volkmann. Dr. Volkmann takes a truly holistic approach to care, focusing on the whole person rather than j...

Episode 119 Cheryl Albright: OTR/L C-IAYT Occupational Therapist Certified Yoga Therapist

09 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

I’m pleased to welcome back Yoga for Scleroderma and Cheryl Albright. Yoga for Scleroderma was one of my very first podcast episodes. At that time, ...

Episode #118 Cheryl Ferguson: Mother of a Scleroderma Warrior and Trish Markey: Scleroderma Warrior

16 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Today’s guests are Cheryl Ferguson and Trish Markey, two women connected by their experiences with scleroderma. Cheryl is the mother of a daughter w...

Episode 117 Dr. Ariane Herrick MD: Professor of Rheumatology at the University of Manchester and Consultant Rheumatologist,

26 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Today’s topic is one I’ve wanted to discuss for a very long time and one that’s particularly troubling to me: calcinosis. I was absolutely thril...

Episode #116 Ted and Erin Haugh: Ted -Scleroderma Warrior Erin-Caregiver

05 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Today, I’m joined by two incredible guests: Ted Haugh, who was finally diagnosed with systemic sclerosis in 2022 after symptoms began back in 2016 a...

Episode #115 Dr. Kathryn Torok MD: Pediatric Rheumatologist at the University of Pittsburgh and UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh, Director of the Pediatric and Craniofacial Scleroderma Clinics.

15 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today’s guest is Dr. Kathryn Torok, a pediatric rheumatologist at the University of Pittsburgh and UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh, where s...

Episode #114 Dave Sage: Scleroderma Warrior

01 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today’s guest is Dave Sage, who shares his journey from his first confusing symptoms to finally receiving a diagnosis. It all began in the fall of 2...

Dr. Sara Reardon: PT DPT WCS Board-Certified Pelvic Health Therapist

17 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today’s guest is the incredible Dr. Sara Reardon, a renowned pelvic floor physical therapist, author, and founder of V-Hive, a groundbreaking app fo...

Dr. Reza Movahed DMD, FACS: Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon

03 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today I sit down with Dr. Reza Movahed, an oral and maxillofacial surgeon who’s making a real impact in the scleroderma community. As scleroderma pa...

Dr. Laura Hummers: MD ScM Rheumatologist

20 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today’s guest is Dr. Laura Hummers, a rheumatologist and co-director of the Scleroderma Clinic at the Johns Hopkins Scleroderma Center. In our conve...

Episode #110 Dr. Joseph Washington: PharmD, MPH, Scleroderma Warrior

06 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today’s guest, Scleroderma Warrior Dr. Joseph Washington, is the definition of resilience and perseverance. His journey began with Raynaud’s sympt...

Episode #109 Natalie Puccio: Scleroderma Warrior

22 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today’s guest is another incredible scleroderma warrior, Natalie Puccio. As many of you know, no two scleroderma journeys look exactly alike. Natali...

Episode #108 Jessica Gordon MD, Rheumatologist

08 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today’s guest is rheumatologist Dr. Jessica Gordon. Together, we explore two topics that every scleroderma patient is familiar with skin and Raynaud...

Episode #107 Kristina Hamilton: Scleroderma Warrior

25 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today’s guest is another incredible scleroderma warrior. Kristina Hamilton was diagnosed in 2022 at just 32 years old, while raising three young chi...

Episode #106 Dr. Ebru Karpuzoglu PhD: Immunologist, Molecular Medicine Scientist, Certified Health and Wellness Coach, Founder of AveSeena

11 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today’s guest is Dr. Ebru, a dynamic force in the world of skincare. With a background in molecular medicine, immunology, and cosmetic chemistry, sh...

Episode #105 Shubhda Chaube: Scleroderma Warrior

28 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today’s guest is Shubhda Chaube. Shubhda is a scleroderma warrior who was diagnosed just a year ago on her 47th birthday, no less. Despite being ear...

Episode #104 William Gregory: Consultant Physiotherapist

14 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

As many of you know, I love to move and I’m always eager to share that energy. But I also understand that for some, especially those living with scl...

Episode #103 Perry Bray: Scleroderma Warrior

30 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today, we have an inspiring story of resilience, purpose, and advocacy. Our guest is Perry Bray, he was diagnosed in 2018 with diffuse systemic sclero...

Episode #102 Dr. Shannon Herndon MD: Rheumatology Fellow

16 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

When you hear the term palliative care, what comes to mind? I’ll admit I used to think it meant something very different. But today’s guest, Dr. S...

Episode #101 Carolyn Haeler: Celiac Warrior, Founder of Mightlicious Gluten Free and Flour Brand

02 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today’s guest is Carolyn Haeler, the founder of a delicious gluten-free cookie brand, called MIGHTYLICIOUS and someone with an inspiring story to te...

Episode #100 A Look Back at Scleroderma Warriors

19 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What an incredible milestone! What began as a simple idea during the pandemic, something to keep me busy in retirement and a way to give back to the s...

Episode #99 Allison Samon: Functional Nutritionist, Lifestyle Practitioner

05 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If you’ve been following along, you know gut health and digestive issues are some of my favorite topics. That’s why I was especially excited to si...

Episode #98 Dr. Elizabeth Ortiz MD: Rheumatologist

21 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today, I’m joined by Dr. Elizabeth Ortiz, a rheumatologist who takes a holistic approach to treating scleroderma—something that deeply resonates w...

Episode #97 Dr. Michael York MD: Rheumatologist

07 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

I had an engaging and insightful conversation with rheumatologist, Dr. Michael York, a highly knowledgeable expert with a great sense of humor, on my ...

Episode #96 Dr. Joy Liu, MD: Instructor of Medicine in the Division of Gastroenterology & Hepatology at Northwestern University

24 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The gut microbiome has become one of my favorite topics, especially since, like many of my fellow scleroderma warriors, I experience stomach issues. T...

Episode #95 Rashmi Bhasin: Scleroderma Warrior, Trustee Scleroderma India

10 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today’s guest is Rashmi Bhasin, a true scleroderma warrior. Like many women seeking a proper diagnosis, she was repeatedly told her symptoms were du...

Episode #94 Emily Radican: Scleroderma Warrior

24 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today’s guest is scleroderma warrior Emily Radican. Over the years, Emily has been diagnosed with a range of autoimmune diseases, and five years ago...

Episode #93 Dr. Sabra Abbott: MD, PHD

10 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Get ready for a fascinating deep dive into one of my favorite topics—sleep! In today’s episode, we’re joined by Dr. Sabra Abbott, an expert in a...

Episode #92 Dr. David Collier: MD Rheumatologist

27 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today, we have an incredible guest joining us—rheumatologist Dr. David Collier. With 28 years as a Professor of Medicine at the University of Colora...

Episode #91 Dr. Cristina Padilla: MD Rheumatologist

13 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today, I’m thrilled to introduce Dr. Cristina Padilla, a remarkable physician I had the pleasure of meeting at a recent conference. In this episode,...

Episode #90 Melissa Marquis: MS, RN, Scleroderma warrior Author-Invisible: A Nurse-Turned-Patient’s Resource to Living Well with Autoimmune Disease

30 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today’s guest is Melissa Marquis, who shares her incredible journey of perseverance and advocacy. It took 10 years for Melissa to receive a diagnosi...

Episode #89 Alison Zheng: Scleroderma Warrior Founder and President of Chinese Organization for Scleroderma

16 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What an inspiring guest we have today! Allison Zhang’s story is a testament to resilience and determination. Living 24 years with scleroderma is no ...

Episode #88 Danielle Rice: Ph.D., C. Psych, Supervised Practice Psychologist and Assistant Professor

02 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode, I’m joined by Danielle Rice, a clinical and health psychologist whose PhD research zeroed in on a unique perspective: how to s...

Episode #87 Dr. DeAnna Baker Frost: MD PhD Rheumatologist

18 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today, I’m thrilled to chat with Dr. Deanna Baker Frost—whom I had the privilege of meeting at the National Scleroderma Conference. When I asked h...

Episode #86 Sean Fortier, MD: Assistant Professor of Internal Medicine University of Michigan Specialty: Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine

04 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today, I talk with Dr. Sean Fortier, a specialist in pulmonary medicine. Since more than 40% of scleroderma patients show evidence of interstitial lun...

Episode #85 Kim Rodning: Scleroderma Warrior, First non-trial recipient of an autologous stem cell transplantation at Duke University

21 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

 In the last episode, you heard Dr. Shah discuss autologous stem cell transplants. In today’s episode, you’ll meet Kim Rodning, the first non-tri...

Episode #84 Dr. Ankoor Shah MD: Rheumatologist, Director of the Duke Scleroderma Clinic

07 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today's guest is Dr. Ankoor Shah. He is the Director of the Duke Scleroderma Clinic. In our episode today, we discuss his clinic and what it has ...

Episode #83 Terri Pilawa: Double Lung Recipient, CEO of One Breath Foundation

23 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today's guest is Terri Pilawa. Terri started feeling ill in 2008 and was finally diagnosed correctly after 4 years of not knowing what was wrong ...

Episode #82 Ezra Halsted: Scleroderma Warrior

09 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today's podcast is with Ezra Halsted who was diagnosed with scleroderma at the age of 16. It was very interesting to hear the perspective of some...

Episode #81 Jeremy Quinby: Integrative health practitioner and educator. Certified Craniosacral Therapist. Nationally Certified Massage Therapist. Certified Movement and Post-rehab Specialist

26 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today's guest is Jeremy Quinby. Jeremy is an integrative health practitioner and educator, Certified Craniosacral Therapist, Nationally Certified...

Episode 80 Yen Chen: Postdoctoral Research Fellow Rheumatology Division Department of Internal Medicine Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation University of Michigan

12 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today's guest is Yen Chen. Yen is a health behavioral researcher in the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and Rheumatology Divis...

Episode 79 Ilaria Galetti: Vice President: Federation of European Scleroderma Associations FESCA, Scleroderma Warrior

29 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today's guest is Ilaria Galetti, a scleroderma warrior for over 27 years and currently awaiting a lung transplant. Like many scleroderma warriors...

Episode #78 Dr. Thomas Medsger: MD Rheumatologist Professor Emeritus, Department of Medicine, University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine

15 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today’s topic is on the evolution of scleroderma. Dr. Medgser joins us in this discussion as he is a rheumatologist who practiced for 46 years and i...

Episode #77 James Stempel: Scleroderma Warrior, Lung Transplant Recipient and Group Support Leader

01 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today’s guest is Jim Stempel. Jim has been a scleroderma warrior for almost 2 decades. For him scleroderma attacked his lungs, resulting in a lung t...

Episode #76 Tami Yap: Oral Medicine Specialist

17 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

 Today's guest is Tami Yap. She is an oral medicine specialist. Tami deals with everything in the mouth except the teeth and gums. She is the co...

Episode #75 Dr. Afton Hassett: Associate Professor and the Director of Pain and Opioid Research in the Department of Anesthesiology at the University of Michigan.

03 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today's guest is Dr. Afton Hassett. She is an Associate Professor and the Director of Pain and Opioid Research in the Department of Anesthesiolog...

Episode #74 Dr. Beth Vukin MD: Scleroderma Warrior, Pediatrician, Podcast Host

20 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today’s guest is Dr. Beth Vukin. Beth is a Scleroderma warrior and a pediatric doctor. Beth was diagnosed recently but has had signs for 3 years. We...

Episode #73 Dr. Julia Spierings: Rheumatologist University Medical Centre Utrecht, The Netherlands.

06 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today’s guest is Dr. Julia Speirings. Dr. Speirings is a rheumatologist from the Netherlands. She is doing a research project on the hands called Ha...

Episode #72 Tara Haneveld: Scleroderma Warrior, Deputy Chair-Scleroderma Australia, Nurse Advocate and President Queensland Chapter

22 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today's guest, Tara Haneveld, received the same present as I did for my 40th birthday, a diagnosis of systemic scleroderma. And just like how my ...

Episode #71 Shelly Mathis: Executive Director of Educational Programming-PF Warriors and Theresa Barnes: Chief Executive-PF Warriors

08 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today's guests are Shelly Mathis and Teresa Barnes. They are both are integral parts of an organization called PF (Pulmonary Fibrosis) Warriors. ...

Episode #70 Liz Penwill: Scleroderma Warrior, Support Group Leader-Wales

25 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today's guest is scleroderma warrior Liz Penwill. In the 2 years since Liz has been diagnosed, her life has been turned upside down. With all the...

Episode #69 Emma Blamont: Head of Research at Scleroderma and Raynaud's UK, PHD In Immunology

11 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

 In today's  episode you'll meet Emma Blamont, she is the head researcher at Scleroderma and Raynaud’s UK. Emma gives us the history of ...

Episode #68 Dr. Duncan F. Moore:Rheumatologist at Northwestern Memorial Hospital and an Assistant Professor of Medicine at the Northwestern Feinberg School of Medicine.

26 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today's guest is Dr. Duncan Moore from the Northwestern Scleroderma Center. Our topic today is classification and diagnosis of scleroderma.  The...

Episode #67 Janet Poole: Janet Poole, PhD, OTR/L, is an occupational therapist and Director of the Occupational Therapy Graduate Program at the University of New Mexico. 

12 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today’s episode we discuss the importance of stretching the hands, mouth and face. Janet also gives some stretching activities for you to do. We als...

Episode #66 Glen and Elizabeth Copeland: Glen is a scleroderma warrior and Elizabeth wife and caregiver

29 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode I chat with Glen and Elizabeth Copeland. Glen was diagnosed with Systemic Scleroderma in 2017. This is my first episode interview...

Episode #65 Dr. Carrie Richardson: Rheumatologist, Co-director of The Northwestern Scleroderma Program

15 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today’s guest is Dr. Carrie Richardson. Dr. Richardson is a rheumatologist and the co-director of the Northwestern Scleroderma Program. It was wonde...

Episode #64 Three Young Women's Research to Help with Scleroderma

01 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today on my podcast I talk with 3 young women,  Giovanna who has a Doctorate in Occupational Therapy, Kate  a 2nd year Medical Student at Albany Med...

Episode #63 Dr. Parina Aggarwal: Practicing Sleep Sleep medicine Physician

18 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

 Today's guest is Dr. Parina Aggarwal. Dr. Aggarwal is a practicing sleep medicine physician. We talk about what sleep is, and why we need it. T...

Episode #62 Dr. Todd Brennan: Doctorate of Podiatric Medicine

04 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today's guest is Dr. Todd Brennan. Dr. Brennan is a podiatry specialist from Florida. Today we discuss issues with feet due to scleroderma, some ...

Episode #61 Cosette Wu: Founder of Scleroderma United

20 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today's guest is Cosette Wu. Cosette is the founder of Scleroderma United. Their mission is connecting and empowering scleroderma warriors around...

Episode #60 Erion Moore: Scleroderma Warrior

06 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today's guest is scleroderma warrior Erion Moore. I was lucky enough to meet Erion at a leadership conference in New Orleans this October. He and...

Episode #59 Christy McCaffrey: Founder of Project Scleroderma, Film Producer

23 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today's guest is film producer Christy McCaffrey. Christy's mom passed away from scleroderma. After the loss, she created a non-profit calle...

Episode #58 Elaine Furst: Retired Nurse and Nurse Educator

09 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today’s guest is Elaine Furst. Elaine is a retired nurse and a nurse-educator. Our topic today is scleroderma and sexuality. We spend some time talk...

Episode #57 Dr. Jerry Molitor: Rheumatologist, Acting Chief of Rheumatology at the VA Hospital-Minneapolis

25 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today’s guest is my rheumatologist Dr. Jerry Molitor. Dr. Molitor, acting chief of Rheumatology at the VA Hospital-Minneapolis  and is an Associate...

Episode #56: Melanie Gornick: Scleroderma Warrior and Chair-Scleroderma Warriors

11 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today's guest is a scleroderma warrior, her name is Melanie Gornick. We begin our conversation with her journey with scleroderma. One part of our...

Episode #55 Jameela Goudarzi: Family Nurse Practitioner DNP,NP-C

28 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today’s guest is Jameela Goudarzi.  She is a family nurse practitioner specializing in primary care and family medicine at the Medical University o...

Episode #54 Dr. Michael Hughes: MSc MBBS MRCP(UK) Rheumatology

14 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today is a returning guest, Dr. Michael Hughes. In our discussion we talk about 2 topics. One is on the kidneys and how it affects scleroderma patient...

Episode #52 Jeffrey Brewer: Director of Professional Affairs and Associate Professor of Pharmacy Practice at the Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences

17 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Jeffrey is currently the Director of Professional Affairs and an Associate Professor of Pharmacy Practice at the Albany College of Pharmacy and Health...

Episode 51 Donna Dinkin: Scleroderma Warrior Author-Thursdays with Eugene: A Memoir Of Living While You Think You're Dying

03 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today's episode is with scleroderma warrior Donna Dinkin. I love chatting with my fellow warriors. I learn so much, especially what we share in c...

Episode #50 Daniel Kayajian: MS, CCC-SLP, Speech Language Pathologist, expertise in voice, swallowing and airway disorders

19 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today’s guest is Daniel Kayajian. He is a speech pathologist specializing in voice and swallowing disorders as well as air issues. Dan talks about t...

Episode #49 Michelle Morgan: MS, RDN, CDN Registered Dietician Nutritionist

05 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today I continue my talk with Michelle Morgan. In this episode, we focus on commonly seen gastrointestinal conditions that affect those with scleroder...

Episode #48 Michelle Morgan: MS, RDN, CDN Registered Dietician Nutritionist

22 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today I talk with Michelle Morgan, she is a registered dietician nutritionist. Michelle had so much to share about nutrition that this will be a 2 par...

Episode #47 Dr. Tracy Frech MD. MSCI

08 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to episode 47 of Mogil’s Mobcast. Today’s guest is Dr. Tracy Frech. Dr. Frech is a rheumatologist. Her primary research and clinical care ...

Episode #46 Dr. Aly Cohen: Rheumatologist, Integrative Medical Specialist and Environmental Health Expert

24 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode I talk with Dr. Aly Cohen, Rheumatologist, Integrative Medical Specialist and Environmental Health Expert about the brain gut ...

Episode #45 Tameka Nelson: Scleroderma Warrior

10 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today’s guest is another fabulous Scleroderma warrior, Tameka Nelson. As I interview more and more Scleroderma warriors, I find it intriguing how di...

Episode #44 Virginia D. Steen: MD

27 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

 Dr. Virginia D. Steen is a Professor of Medicine and Chief of the Division of  Rheumatology at Medstar Georgetown University Hospital. Today, our t...

Episode #43 Patricia Fennell: MSW, LCSW-R

13 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today I talk with Patricia Fennell. Patricia is the CEO of Albany Health Management Associates Inc:.  She is an advanced clinical social worker. She ...

Episode #42 Kimberly Gonzalez: Scleroderma Warrior, Podcast Host

27 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today we hear the journey of another scleroderma warrior, Kimberly Gonzalez. Kim had her first symptom at the age of 8 and was finally diagnosed at th...

Episode #41 The Happiness Practice ™(THP) with Nancy O'Brien and Deanna Hokanson

13 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode I talk with Nancy O'Brien and Deanna Hokanson about the The Happiness Practice ™(THP).  Nancy is the co-creator of the...

Episode 40 Susan Murphy and Mary Alore: University of Michigan Scleroderma Program

30 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I talk with Susan Murphy, professor and Mary Alore,  Peer Mentor and RENEW Health Coach. Both are part of the amazing University of M...

Episode #39 Dr. Michael Hughes MSc MBBS MRCP(UK) Rheumatology

16 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today I talk with Dr. Michael Hughes, he is a consultant rheumatologist at Salford Royal Hospital, which is a national UK referral center for SSc, and...

Episode #38 Dr. Lesley Ann Saketkoo MD, MPH

02 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I talk with Dr. Saketkoo, she is director and founder of New Orleans Scleroderma and Sarcoidosis Patient Care and Research Center. She...

Episode #37 Greg Cohen: Scleroderma Warrior, Nationally Board Certified Health and Wellness Coach, DrPh(c), MPH

19 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I talk with Greg Cohen. Greg is a scleroderma warrior. He is a nationally board certified health and wellness coach and a marathon ru...

Episode #36 Erin Raber: Board Certified Music Therapist, Clinical Mental Health Counselor, and Certified Sound Healing Practitioner

05 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today, I talk with Erin Raber.  Erin is a board certified Music Therapist, clinical mental health counselor, and certified sound healing practitioner...

Episode #35 Dr. Lee Shapiro:Professor of Medicine in the Division of Rheumatology at Albany Medical College in Albany, NY, Founder and chief medical officer of the Steffens Scleroderma Foundation

21 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode I talk with Dr. Lee Shapiro. Dr. Shapiro is a Professor of Medicine in the Division of Rheumatology at Albany Medical College ...

Episode #34 Amy Gietzen: Scleroderma Warrior, Patient Advocate, Steffens Board Member

07 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

 Today's episode is with another fabulous scleroderma warrior, her name is Amy Gietzen. Amy was diagnosed with scleroderma at the early age of 1...

Episode #33 Celeste Freeman: Occupational Therapist and Certified Hand Therapist

24 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

 Today's episode is with Celeste Freeman. Celeste is an occupational therapist, certified hand therapist, and has been working with scleroderma ...

Episode #32 Rachel Lando: Scleroderma Warrior and Founder of Patient Movement Care

10 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today's guest is Rachel Lando. She is a Scleroderma Warrior with a great sense of humor and has started an organization that offers free fitness ...

Episode #31 Dr. John Pauling: Rheumatologist at North Bristol NHS Trust and an Honorary Senior Lecturer at the University of Bristol Medical School

26 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today’s episode is with  Dr. John Pauling. Dr. Pauling is a consultant rheumatologist at North Bristol NHS Trust and an Honorary Senior Lecturer at...

Episode #30 Eileen Laird: Autoimmune Warrior, Author and Podcast Host

12 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, I talk with Eileen Laird. Eileen is both inspiring and motivating. She shares her journey with rheumatoid arthritis, which st...

Episode #29 Dr. Antonia Valenzuela: Rheumatologist, and an Assistant Professor at the Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile in Santiago, Chile

29 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today’s episode is with Dr. Antonia Valenzuela, she is a rheumatologist and an assistant professor at the Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile ...

Episode #28 Helene Golston: Scleroderma Warrior

15 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today's episode is with Helene Golston, she is a scleroderma warrior. She shares with me what she has endured over the past 26 years. Helene has ...

Episode #27 Amy DeMaria: Senior Vice President of Marketing of Inspire.

01 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode, I talk with Amy DeMaria. She is the Senior Vice President of Marketing of Inspire. Inspire is the world’s largest social netwo...

Episode #26 Sandy Vojik: Physical Therapist

18 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I talk with Physical Therapist Sandy Vojik. One of her philosophies is if you give the body the right stimulation it can improve or he...

Episode #25: Sharon Dobie MD: Board Member on the Scleroderma Research Foundation

04 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I talk with Sharon Dobie. She is on the board of the Scleroderma Research Foundation, a Family Medicine physician, and Professor Emeri...

Episode #24 Ann Mogilevsky: Podcast Host

20 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today's episode is a solo episode. I talk about Scleroderma Awareness Month and World Scleroderma Day. Then, I share 2 stories that a lot of peop...

Episode #23 Ashley Barron: Celebrity Ambassador for The National Scleroderma Foundation, recording country artist and scleroderma warrior.

06 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, I talk with Ashley Barron. She is the new Celebrity Ambassador for The National Scleroderma Foundation and a newly recording ...

Episode #22 Jessica Farrell PharmD: Clinical Pharmacist Part II

23 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I finish my conversation with Jessica Farrell. We finish by discussing medications that are used for Raynaud's, the GI tract, Int...

Episode #21 Jessica Farrell PharmD: Clinical Pharmacist

09 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I talk with Jessica Farrell. She is a clinical pharmacist and a professor at the Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences. We di...