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Symposium Presentations

In the Loop - Healthy Living with Lupus

Our annual In the Loop symposium provides a wealth of information for people with lupus, their caregivers and loved ones, and anyone who wants to learn. The more you know, the better your chances for living well with lupus.

Thanks to our 'In the Loop - Healthy Living with Lupus' symposium speakers for supporting our Chapter and the constituents we serve. 

2020 Virtual Breakout Sessions
Lupus and COVID-19 (Dr. David Batt, Rheumatologist)

This presentation by Dr. David Batt focuses on the concerns that lupus patients may have  regarding their disease during the COVID pandemic such as risks of hospitalizations, continuation of their medications and vaccinations.
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Lupus and Medication Management (Dr. Steven Neucks, Rheumatologist)

Medications used to treat lupus range in strength from mild to extremely strong. Often times, several drugs are used in combination to control the disease. However, all medications have side effects that require monitoring. Dr. Steven Neucks talks about the various medications used to treat lupus, their side effects, how to manage those side effects, and the importance of compliance.
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Research: Past, Present and Future (Dr. Gary Gilkeson, Rheumatologist)

This session by Dr. Gary Gilkeson covers recent updates in understanding lupus, in precision medicine by determining what therapy would work best in what patient, and in soon-to-be approved therapies and therapies on the horizon.
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Managing Your Lupus and the Importance of Honest, Open Communication with Yourself, Your Doctor and Healthcare Team (Cindy Fiske, BSN)

Learn more about how to better manage your lupus with tips from Cindy Fiske on communicating with your healthcare team and resources that can help you monitor your symptoms.  
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2019
Alternatives to Opiates

Dr. Steven Neucks, rheumatologist, Rehabilitation Associates of Indiana

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Social Security Disability

Tom Adamson, The Advocator Group

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Navigating Health and Life Insurance

Trina Gibson, licensed life and health insurance agent

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Brain Fog

Judy Schaff, psychotherapist who has lupus

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2018
CBD Oil and Pain Management

Dr. Gary Gettelfinger, IU Health Advanced Pain Center

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Understanding the Natural Process of Lupus

Dr. Robert Prather, The Prather Practice

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Depression, Stress and Anxiety Management

Dr. Martha Rodriguez, rheumatologist, Riley Hospital for Children at IU Health

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What You Might Not Know About Lupus

Dr. David Batt, rheumatologist, IU Health Physicians Rheumatology

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Fear Not and Stress Busters Handouts

Relationships and Lupus (Spousal, Family, Friends, Employers and Co-Workers), NaKaisha Tolbert-Banks, LCSW, D.U.O. EmpowerMEnt Services

Fear Not Handout

Stress Busters Handout

Lupus and the Central Nervous System

Dr. Steven Neucks, rheumatologist, Rehabilitation Associates of Indiana

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Lupus Research and Clinical Trials 

Maria Silk, clinical research scientist, Eli Lilly and Company

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2017
Importance of Awareness and Research for Lupus

Dr. Susan Manzi, Keynote speaker, Chair, Department of Medicine, Director Lupus Center of Excellence, Allegheny Health Network

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Lupus and Mental Health

Judy Schaff, psychotherapist who has lupus

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Despite Lupus - Give Yourself Permission Despite Lupus

Sara Gorman, author and health blogger who has lupus

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Lupus and Healthy Sleep

Dr. Stephanie Jackson, IU Sleep Disorders Center

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Documented Therapeutic Effects of Tai Chi

Bonnie Sweeney, licensed occupational therapist and certified tai chi instructor

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Stress Management

Sydney Johnson, CHW, Anthem Indiana Medicaid (check back for handout)

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Relationships, Emotions and Intimacy

Iris Zink, immediate past president, Rheumatology Nurses Society

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Energize Me: Diet, Meal Planning and Exercise

Shantay Glover, YMCA certified fitness trainer

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How to Advocate

Gary Gibson, president/CEO, Martin Center Sickle Cell Initiative

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Lupus and Overlapping Connective Tissue Disease

Dr. Kathleen O'Neil, chief, pediatric rheumatology, Riley Hospital for Children at IU Health

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Lupus and Pain Management

Dr. Steven Neucks, rheumatologist, board certified in pain medicine, Rehabilitation Associates of Indiana

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