Cheryl (rheumatoid arthritis patient and occupational therapist) and rheumatologist Dr. Percy Balderia* discuss the mental health effects of rheumatology diseases, hot topics in the field and conclude this three part interview series.
- (Minute 0:06) – Mental health & Rheumatology
- (Minute 1:03): Personalized medicine and Rheumatology (including potential for targeted medication)
- (Minute 1:53): Patient and provider collaboration in Rheumatology
- (Minute 3:50): Concluding Thoughts
- (Minute 4:54) Outtakes!
This is part 3 of a 3 part interview – you can see part 1 here and part 2 here.
*Dr. Percy Balderia is a rheumatologist who sees patients at The Polyclinic Madison Center and The Polyclinic Downtown in Seattle, Washington. He has a special interest in rheumatoid arthritis. He trained at the University of Washington and was awarded The Arthritis Foundation fellowship.
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