#171 Lupus in Primary Care with Beth Jonas MD

Diagnose and treat lupus in primary care with tips from rheumatologist, Beth Jonas MD, FACR (UNC). We discuss the history and exam findings in lupus, initial lab workup, the dreaded ANA, who needs expanded lab testing, lifestyle factors in lupus, vaccinations, the basics of treatment...and Jethro Tull?! 

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Credits

• Written and Produced: Kate Grant MBChB DipGUMed; Matthew Watto MD, FACP
• Infographic: Matthew Watto MD, FACP
• Cover Art: Kate Grant MBChB DipGUMed
• Hosts: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP
• Editor: Matthew Watto MD, FACP
• Guest:  Beth Jonas MD, FACR