Scleroderma Education Podcast
Learn about the various facets of Scleroderma from the perspectives of both patients and healthcare providers. Hosted by Valerie Doyon, UBC medical student. Disclaimer: The opinions expressed on the Scleroderma Education Podcast are for educational purposes only and do not constitute nor replace professional medical advice. Please consult with your own healthcare provider if you have any concerns about your health.
Episodes
Wednesday Jun 15, 2022
Gastrointestinal Manifestations of Scleroderma with Dr. Sarvee Moosavi and Dianne
Wednesday Jun 15, 2022
Wednesday Jun 15, 2022
In this episode, we discuss the wide range of gastrointestinal issues in systemic sclerosis. We work from the mouth down to the anus, covering esophageal dysmotility, GERD, gastroparesis, small intestine bacterial overgrowth, colonic dysmotility, diarrhea, and fecal incontinence.
Guests: Dr Sarvee Moosavi and Dianne McPhee
Host: Valerie Doyon
Monday Apr 18, 2022
Interstitial Lung Disease with Dr. Chris Ryerson and Jen
Monday Apr 18, 2022
Monday Apr 18, 2022
In this fourth episode, we dive into SSc-associated interstitial lung disease. We go through screening, clinical presentation, investigations, and treatments. We also discuss how to differentiate it from pulmonary arterial hypertension.
Guests: Jen Beckett and Dr. Chris Ryerson
Host: Valerie Doyon
Thursday Feb 24, 2022
The Role of Surgery in Scleroderma with Dr. Erin Brown and Kelly
Thursday Feb 24, 2022
Thursday Feb 24, 2022
In this third episode, we cover a broad range of topics including morphea, calcinosis, digital ulcers, and flexion contractures. We also discuss the surgical options for these.
Hosted by Valerie Doyon
Guests: Dr. Erin Brown and Kelly Grant
Thursday Dec 30, 2021
Raynaud’s Phenomenon with Dr. Hyein Kim and Angie
Thursday Dec 30, 2021
Thursday Dec 30, 2021
In this second episode, we discuss the most common presenting feature of Scleroderma: Raynaud's Phenomenon. Dr. Kim details the pathophysiology, history, physical, differential, and treatment, while Angie provides a first-hand account of Raynaud's attacks and shares a multitude of tips for patients to stay warm.
Hosted by Valerie Doyon. Guests: Dr. Hyein Kim and Angie Reglin.
Monday Dec 27, 2021
Sclerodactyly with Dr. Jan Dutz and Rosanne
Monday Dec 27, 2021
Monday Dec 27, 2021
On our first episode, we dive into a classic feature of Scleroderma: Sclerodactyly.
Host: Valerie Doyon
Guests: Dr. Jan Dutz and Rosanne Queen
Disclaimer: The opinions expressed on the Scleroderma Education Podcast are for educational purposes only and do not constitute nor replace professional medical advice. Please consult with your own healthcare provider if you have any concerns about your health.
Hosted by Valerie Doyon
As a UBC medical student, Valerie is on a mission to educate her peers on Scleroderma. She is on the Board of Directors of the Scleroderma Association of BC and is passionate about raising awareness for this rare disease. Through a series of three-way interviews with medical experts and patients, she aims to showcase a holistic picture of this multi-system disorder for both medical learners and curious patients.