Spondycast

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  Psoriatic Arthritis Explained: Understanding Conditions Linked to PsA 21.09.2026 36min

  In this episode of Spondycast's Psoriatic Arthritis Explained Series, Alexis Ogdie, MD, discusses the broader health impact of PsA, including cardiovascular disease, metabolic syndrome, uveitis, gastrointestinal disease, mental health, fatigue, sleep, and inflammation across body systems.
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  Living with Ankylosing Spondylitis: Kurt Hower’s Journey from Diagnosis to Hip Replacement 16.09.2026 27min

  Kurt Hower, co-host of Enable: The Disability Podcast, shares his journey with ankylosing spondylitis—from its impact on his daily life, mobility, work, and relationships to his recent experience with hip replacement surgery.
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  Psoriatic Arthritis Explained: Understanding Gender Differences in Symptoms, Care, and Outcomes 14.09.2026 29min

  In this episode of Spondycast's Psoriatic Arthritis Explained Series, Ana-Maria Orbai, MD, MHS explores how sex and gender may influence the experience of living with PsA, including differences in symptoms, diagnosis, pain, treatment response, caregiving responsibilities, reproductive health, and overall quality of life.
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  Infusion therapy, biologic medications, TNF inhibitors, biosimilars, infusion reaction 02.09.2026 47min

  Licensed Practical Nurse Kayla Walker discusses how infusion therapy works, when it may be considered for spondyloarthritis, and what patients can expect before, during, and after treatment.
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  Psoriatic Arthritis Explained: The Emotional Impact of PsA 31.08.2026 56min

  In this episode of Spondycast's Psoriatic Arthritis Explained Series, we explore the emotional impact of living with psoriatic arthritis, including anxiety, depression, grief, stress, identity changes, and the challenges of adapting to life with a chronic illness.
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  The First Rheumatology Visit: What Patients Should Expect and How to Prepare 26.08.2026 28min

  Rheumatologist Soha Dolatabadi, MD walks listeners through what typically happens during a first rheumatology appointment and how patients can prepare ahead of time.
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  Psoriatic Arthritis Explained: Exercise and Psoriatic Arthritis 24.08.2026 40min

  In this episode of Spondycast's Psoriatic Arthritis Explained series, Karen Tsui, MScPT, ACPAC discusses the benefits of movement and exercise for people living with PsA, including strength training, flexibility, pacing, managing flares, and practical strategies for staying active over the long term.
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  Patient Voices: Real Stories of Living with Psoriatic Arthritis 17.08.2026 31min

  In this episode of Spondycast's Psoriatic Arthritis Explained series, individuals living with PsA share their personal experiences navigating symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, work, family life, fatigue, and the emotional realities of living with a chronic condition. Through their stories, listeners will hear the challenges, lessons learned, and sources of hope that have shaped their journeys.
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  More Than the Joints: Men's Sexual Health, Intimacy, and Spondyloarthritis 12.08.2026 26min

  Dr. Justin Houman, a fellowship-trained urologist specializing in men's sexual and reproductive health, to explore how spondyloarthritis, chronic inflammation, and its treatments can affect men's sexual health and intimacy.
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  Psoriatic Arthritis Explained: Advances in Psoriatic Arthritis Treatment 10.08.2026 37min

  In this episode of Spondycast's Psoriatic Arthritis Explained series, we discuss how treatment for PsA has evolved, the major treatment options available today, how providers and patients make treatment decisions, what to consider when switching therapies, and what emerging advances may shape the future of PsA care.
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  Why Spondyloarthritis Is Still Missed: Lessons from a Rheumatologist Living with Spondyloarthritis 05.08.2026 49min

  Retired rheumatologist Dr. W. Patrick Knibbe shares his unique perspective as both a physician and a patient living with spondyloarthritis.
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  Psoriatic Arthritis Explained: Symptoms Diagnosis, and Treatment Basics 03.08.2026 35min

  In this episode of Spondycast's Psoriatic Arthritis Explained series, we provide a foundational overview of psoriatic arthritis, including its relationship to psoriasis, common symptoms, risk factors, diagnostic challenges, treatment goals, and where it fits within the broader family of spondyloarthritis conditions.
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  Mental and Physical Health in Juvenile Spondyloarthritis: How Integrated Care Supports Children, Teens, and Families 29.07.2026 50min

  Alana Goldstein Leever, PsyD, a clinical psychologist who works directly with children and teens in pediatric rheumatology clinics, shares how mental health support can work alongside medical care to help young people and their families cope, build resilience, and feel supported.
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  From Storyteller to Host: Vince Gagliardi on Living with axSpA and the Strength of Community 15.07.2026 48min

  Vince Gagliardi shares his journey living with axial spondyloarthritis (axSpA), from navigating diagnosis and daily challenges to becoming an advocate through storytelling.
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  Could It Be Axial Spondyloarthritis? Inside the A-Tool Screening Survey 17.06.2026 42min

  Rheumatologist Abhijeet Danve, MD, MHS, an Associate Professor of Medicine at Yale University, and developer of the Axial Spondyloarthritis Screening Tool (A-Tool) discusses why diagnostic delays happen, how the A-Tool screening survey was designed to help identify patterns of inflammatory back pain, and how it may support earlier referral to a rheumatologist.
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  Family Planning with Spondyloarthritis: What Partners and Fathers Need to Know 10.06.2026 28min

  Alfred N. Romeo, BA, BSN, RN, MS, PhD, a MotherToBaby expert, joins Spondycast to discuss family planning when spondyloarthritis is part of the picture.
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  The Truth About Drug Prices: Who Really Determines the Cost of Your Medications? 03.06.2026 33min

  Chuck Melendi, founder of Disruptive Dialogue, joins Spondycast to unpack the complex system behind prescription drug pricing and explain why medications can be so expensive for patients.
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  Redefining Self-Care: How Personal Wellness Influences Family Dynamics 20.05.2026 31min

  Adrine Avetyan, MA, LMFT, and founder of Scalp Sanctuary, a wellness space designed to promote relaxation and restoration, joins us to explore what self-care really means.
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  Living Well with SpA: Adapting Daily Activities Without Giving Them Up 13.05.2026 36min

  Janet Poole, PhD, OTR/L, an occupational therapist, shares practical strategies to help people with SpA adapt how they approach everyday tasks at home, work, and in leisure activities to reduce pain, stiffness, and fatigue while maintaining independence and quality of life.
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  Late-Onset AS: Insights from the PSOAS Study 06.05.2026 27min

  Dr. Mark Hwang, MD joins us to discuss findings from his recent study on late-onset radiographic axial spondyloarthritis (AS), and how late-onset AS differs from early-onset disease in its presentation, radiographic findings, genetic markers, and treatment considerations.