Join us for an in-depth exploration of the most impactful developments presented at the EULAR 2025 Congress, focusing specifically on Systemic Lupus Erythematosus and Lupus Nephritis. We break down the key takeaways, including: - New insights into hydroxychloroquine monitoring and glucocorticoid tapering guidance - "LAMDA," a novel scoring system for lupus arthritis - Breakthroughs in LN treatment, including the REGENCY trial for obinutuzumab and combinations with existing therapies. - Updated p...
Jul 25, 2025•47 min•Season 4Ep. 38
Dr Raquel Faria and Professor David Isenberg review selected highlights from the 16th International Congress on SLE. Join us for a groundbreaking discussion on the latest inlupus research, clinical trials, guidelines and patient reported outcomes. Disclaimer: During Lupus Academy podcast episodes, participants may refer to off-label use of medicines for patients with lupus. Lupus Academy does not make anyrecommendations about using a medicine outside the terms of its approved license for use....
Jun 27, 2025•46 min•Season 3Ep. 36
Dr Raquel Faria and Professor David Isenberg discuss the impact of neurological events in SLE including their associated mortality risk, effect on patients’ QoL, fatigue and persistent neurological impairment throughout life. Disclaimer: During Lupus Academy podcast episodes, participants may refer to off-label use of medicines for patients with lupus. Lupus Academy does not make anyrecommendations about using a medicine outside the terms of its approved license for use.
May 30, 2025•42 min•Season 4Ep. 35
In this episode, Dr. Raquel Faria hosts a discussion with Professors David Isenberg and Murray Urowitz from the Lupus Academy Steering Committee. They delve into two historic cases: one involving Lupus and Myocardial Infarction, and the other focusing on Lupus Nephritis. Disclaimer: During Lupus Academy podcast episodes, participants may refer to off-label use of medicines for patients with lupus. Lupus Academy does not make anyrecommendations about using a medicine outside the terms of its appr...
Apr 25, 2025•53 min•Season 4Ep. 34
In this episode, Dr Raquel Faria discusses a complex case with Professors Andrea Doria and Maria Dall’Era of the Lupus Academy Steering Committee. Disclaimer: During Lupus Academy podcast episodes, participants may refer to off label use of medicines forpatients with lupus. Lupus Academy does not make any recommendations about using a medicine outside the terms of its approved licence for use.
Mar 28, 2025•54 min•Season 4Ep. 33
Join Dr Raquel Faria and Professors Richard Furie and Maria Dall’Era as they discuss the results of the phase 3 REGENCY trial of obinutuzumab for the treatment of lupus nephritis.This episode explores what obinutuzumab could mean for the future management of lupus nephritis. Disclaimer: During Lupus Academy podcast episodes, participants may refer to off label use of medicines forpatients with lupus. Lupus Academy does not make any recommendations about using a medicine outside the terms of its ...
Feb 28, 2025•54 min•Season 4Ep. 32
Join Dr Raquel Faria and Professors David Isenberg and Ronald van Vollenhoven as they discuss the groundbreaking advancements in lupus treatment from 2024. This episode dives into how researchers are redefining care for lupus patients. Join us as we discuss, more effective therapies that promise fewer side effects and even the potential for a cure. This is a must-listen for anyone interested in cutting-edge medical innovation in lupus. Disclaimer: During Lupus Academy podcast episodes, participa...
Jan 31, 2025•55 min•Season 4Ep. 31
In this episode our host Dr Raquel Faria discusses the challenges in the management of lupus in low to middle income countries with Professor Sandra Navarra of the Lupus Academy Steering Committee. Link to Highlights Reports of the Annual Meeting . For Prof Sandra Navarra's presentation, please refer to the free access Lupus Academy Online Library . Disclaimer: During Lupus Academy podcast episodes, participants may refer to off label use of medicines for patients with lupus. Lupus Academy does ...
Dec 27, 2024•41 min•Season 3Ep. 30
In this episode our host Dr Raquel Faria covers key highlights from the ACR Convergence 2024, including groundbreaking research on SLE and lupus nephritis management, new clinical trial strategies, mechanisms of disease and patient reported outcomes. Tune in for insights from Prof David Isenberg on pivotal studies and expert discussions that shape the future of lupus care. Disclaimer: During Lupus Academy podcast episodes, participants may refer to off label use of medicines for patients with lu...
Nov 29, 2024•38 min
In this episode our host Dr Raquel Faria discusses two intriguing cases from the clinic with Professors Ronald van Vollenhoven and Zahir Amoura of the Lupus Academy Steering Committee. Case 1: 32-year-old female with severe neutropenia Case 2: 26-year-old female with Diffuse Alveolar Haemorrhage Disclaimer: During Lupus Academy podcast episodes, participants may refer to off label use of medicines for patients with lupus. Lupus Academy does not make any recommendations about using a medicine out...
Oct 25, 2024•43 min•Season 3Ep. 28
Get ready for an exciting deep dive into the 13th Annual Meeting of the Lupus Academy! In this episode, Dr. Raquel Faria joins meeting Chairs, Professors Ronald van Vollenhoven and David Isenberg, to uncover the top educational highlights and breakthroughs from the event. Don’t miss out—check out the full meeting report here and sign up to catch the presentations you may have missed here !” Disclaimer: During Lupus Academy podcast episodes, participants may refer to off label use of medicines fo...
Sep 30, 2024•44 min•Season 3Ep. 27
In this episode our host, Dr Raquel Faria, discusses a very interesting case of refractory Class IV lupus nephritis with Professors Andrea Doria and Maria Dall’Era of the Lupus Academy Steering Committee. Disclaimer: During Lupus Academy podcast episodes, participants may refer to off label use of medicines for patients with lupus. Lupus Academy does not make any recommendations about using a medicine outside the terms of its approved licence for use.
Aug 30, 2024•51 min•Season 3Ep. 26
Breaking Down EULAR 24 - Dr. Raquel Faria dives deep into the latest SLE research with Professors Ricard Cervera and David Isenberg. Discover groundbreaking insights on biomarkers, novel therapies, and the potential of CAR-T cell therapy for SLE. Disclaimer: During Lupus Academy podcast episodes, participants may refer to off label use of medicines for patients with lupus. Lupus Academy does not make any recommendations about using a medicine outside the terms of its approved licence for use....
Jul 26, 2024•58 min•Season 3Ep. 25
In this episode our host Dr Raquel Faria discusses two challenging cases with Professors Ricard Cervera and Murray Urowitz of the Lupus Academy Steering Committee. Case 1: SLE: Skin Lesions and Joint Pain Case 2: Refractory SLE Disclaimer: During Lupus Academy podcast episodes, participants may refer to off label use of medicines for patients with lupus. Lupus Academy does not make any recommendations about using a medicine outside the terms of its approved licence for use....
Jun 28, 2024•36 min•Season 3Ep. 24
In this episode our host Dr Raquel Faria discusses the relevance, usefulness and pitfalls of social media for physicians, educators and patients with Professor Laurent Arnaud, current president of SLEuro, and Dr Cara Macfarlane, the Lupus Academy social media specialist.
May 31, 2024•42 min•Season 3Ep. 23
In this bonus episode our host Dr Raquel Faria discusses the SLE burden, scoring systems, patient education and novel treatment practice with Professors David Isenberg and Ricard Cervera of the Lupus Academy Steering Committee. Disclaimer: During Lupus Academy podcast episodes, participants may refer to off label use of medicines for patients with lupus. Lupus Academy does not make any recommendations about using a medicine outside the terms of its approved licence for use.
May 10, 2024•55 min•Season 3Ep. 22
In this episode our host Dr Raquel Faria discusses two challenging cases with Professors David Isenberg and Ricard Cervera of the Lupus Academy Steering Committee. Case 1: Bone health and vitamin D in a 60-year-old Caucasian female Case 2: A long and complicated case history of idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP) and recurrent fever. Disclaimer: ‘During Lupus Academy podcast episodes, participants may refer to off label use of medicines for patients with lupus. Lupus Academy does not make ...
Apr 26, 2024•35 min•Season 3Ep. 21
In this episode our host Dr Raquel Faria discusses a challenging APS case with Professors David Isenberg and Ricard Cervera of the Lupus Academy Steering Committee. Case 1: A 20-year-old female with SLE and myocarditis Case 2: A 28-year-old woman with SLE, 38 weeks pregnant presents with a headache Disclaimer: ‘During Lupus Academy podcast episodes, participants may refer to off label use of medicines for patients with lupus. Lupus Academy does not make any recommendations about using a medicine...
Mar 27, 2024•37 min•Season 3Ep. 20
In this episode our host Dr Raquel Faria discusses challenging cases with Professors Ronald van Vollenhoven and Murray Urowitz of the Lupus Academy Steering Committee. Case 1: Refractory serositis Case 2: Acute shrinking lung syndrome Case 3: Uncommon vasculitides in SLE Case 4: An uncommon cause of cardiomyopathy in SLE Disclaimer: ‘During Lupus Academy podcast episodes, participants may refer to off label use of medicines for patients with lupus. Lupus Academy does not make any recommendations...
Feb 23, 2024•41 min•Season 3Ep. 19
In this episode Dr Raquel Faria is joined by Professors Richard Furie and Zahir Amoura who will be providing expert insights from the key lupus research in 2023. The full report "2023 Year in Review - SLE" can be found in the Lupus Academy library Disclaimer: ‘During Lupus Academy podcast episodes, participants may refer to off label use of medicines for patients with lupus. Lupus Academy does not make any recommendations about using a medicine outside the terms of its approved licence fo...
Jan 29, 2024•55 min•Season 3Ep. 18
In this episode our host Dr Raquel Faria discusses research insights and best practices as presented at ACR 2023 with Professors David Isenberg and Richard Furie of the Lupus Academy Steering Committee. The full congress report on SLE highlights presented at ACR 2023 can be found in the Lupus Academy library Disclaimer: ‘During Lupus Academy podcast episodes, participants may refer to off label use of medicines for patients with lupus. Lupus Academy does not make any recommendations about u...
Dec 29, 2023•45 min•Season 2Ep. 17
In this episode, our host Raquel Faria, will be discussing two challenging lupus cases with Professors Ricard Cervera and David Isenberg from the Lupus Academy Steering Committee. Case 1. A patient admitted with fever, acute pain in the second finger of her right hand and a heart murmur. Case 2. A patient admitted following 6 days of muscle pain in both arms and legs as well as increase in her fatigue and mild fever. Disclaimer: ‘During Lupus Academy podcast episodes, participants may refer to o...
Nov 28, 2023•36 min•Season 2Ep. 16
In this episode our host Dr Raquel Faria discusses the educational highlights of the 12th Annual Meeting of the Lupus Academy with Professors Ricard Cervera and Sandra Navarra, who were Chairs of this meeting. You can link though here to the full report on the meeting. Disclaimer: ‘During Lupus Academy podcast episodes, participants may refer to off label use of medicines for patients with lupus. Lupus Academy does not make any recommendations about using a medicine outside the terms of its appr...
Oct 27, 2023•38 min•Season 2Ep. 15
In this episode our host, Dr Raquel Faria, will be discussing a challenging lupus case with Professor Ricard Cervera from the Lupus Academy Steering Committee. Disclaimer: ‘During Lupus Academy podcast episodes, participants may refer to off label use of medicines for patients with lupus. Lupus Academy does not make any recommendations about using a medicine outside the terms of its approved licence for use.’
Sep 29, 2023•33 min•Season 2Ep. 14
In this episode our host Dr Raquel Faria discusses research insights and the new lupus guidelines as presented at EULAR 2023 with Professors David Isenberg and Richard Furie from the Lupus Academy Steering Committee. The full congress report on SLE highlights presented at EULAR 2023 can be found in the Lupus Academy library Disclaimer: ‘During Lupus Academy podcast episodes, participants may refer to off label use of medicines for patients with lupus. Lupus Academy does not make any recommend...
Aug 26, 2023•48 min•Season 2Ep. 13
In this episode, our host Dr Raquel Faria, will be discussing two challenging lupus cases with Professors Sandra Navarra and Bernardo Pons- Estel from the Lupus Academy Steering Committee. Case 1: CLE and differential diagnosis Case 2: lupus nephritis and cardiomyopathy with PAH Disclaimer: ‘During Lupus Academy podcast episodes, participants may refer to off label use of medicines for patients with lupus. Lupus Academy does not make any recommendations about using a medicine outside the terms o...
Jul 28, 2023•57 min•Season 2Ep. 12
In this episode our host Dr Raquel Faria discusses research insights and best practices as presented at the Lupus and KCR 2023 Meeting with Prof Sandra Navarra and Prof Ronald van Vollenhoven of the Lupus Academy Steering Committee. You can link through here to the full report on the 15th International Congress on Systemic Lupus Erythematosus in our library. Disclaimer: ‘During Lupus Academy podcast episodes, participants may refer to off label use of medicines for patients with lupus. Lupus Aca...
Jun 30, 2023•40 min•Season 2Ep. 11
In this episode, our host Dr Raquel Faria, will be speaking with Jeanette Andersen (Chair of Lupus Europe) and Professors Ricard Cervera and Maria Dall'Era from the Lupus Academy Steering Committee about patient perspectives in lupus management. You can visit the Lupus Europe website here: https://www.lupus-europe.org/ Disclaimer: ‘During Lupus Academy podcast episodes, participants may refer to off label use of medicines for patients with lupus. Lupus Academy does not make any recommendations a...
May 26, 2023•58 min•Season 2Ep. 10
In this episode, our host Dr Raquel Faria, will be discussing a few challenging lupus cases with Professors Eloisa Bonfa and Murray Urowitz from the Lupus Academy Steering Committee. Case 1: Focal cerebral involvement in SLE Case 2: SLE and recurrent myelitis Case 3: SLE and acute psychosis Case 4: A diagnostic challenge in NPSLE Disclaimer: ‘During Lupus Academy podcast episodes, participants may refer to off label use of medicines for patients with lupus. Lupus Academy does not make any recomm...
Apr 28, 2023•47 min•Season 2Ep. 9
In this episode, our host Dr Raquel Faria, will be discussing two challenging lupus cases with Professors Murray Urowitz and David Isenberg from the Lupus Academy Steering Committee. Case 1: Venous thromboembolism and thrombocytopaenia Case 2: A premature atherosclerotic event Disclaimer: ‘During Lupus Academy podcast episodes, participants may refer to off label use of medicines for patients with lupus. Lupus Academy does not make any recommendations about using a medicine outside the terms of ...
Mar 31, 2023•44 min•Season 2Ep. 8
