A New Horizon for Treating Lupus

In our first episode, host Naomi Creek discusses all things lupus with Professor Eric Morand, a Sir John Monash Distinguished Professor, a physician-scientist and Dean of the Sub-Faculty of Clinical and Molecular Medicine at Monash University. He is a clinical rheumatologist specialising in systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) and is Head of the Monash Health Rheumatology Unit.

Professor Morand provides an insightful overview of lupus and its symptoms and shares the challenges of diagnosing and treating lupus due to its complex nature. He highlights the importance of achieving early diagnosis to minimise damage to body organs. Professor Morand also talks about the role of genetic factors and the need for patient self-efficacy and empowerment.

Their conversation covers treatment options for lupus including new targeted therapies, clinical trials and the potential of CAR T-cell therapy for achieving drug-free remission.

Meet the Team

Host: Naomi Creek, National Coordinator at CreakyJoints Australia.

A podcast episode produced by Ben Blanc, Director, Digital Production and Engagement at GHLF.

This fourth season of Patient PrepRheum is produced by the non-profit Global Healthy Living Foundation, its arthritis patient community CreakyJoints Australia, and made possible with support from AstraZeneca.

For more information, visit the CreakyJoints Australia website at creakyjoints.org.au