Topics and Schedule:
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Opening Session/Keynote: Systemic Lupus: The Road to a Cure is Paved With Innovative Research: Dr. Meggan Mackay, The Feinstein Institute of Medical Research
Morning Sessions
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Healthy Living Workshop: Nutrition - Kathy K. Isoldi, PhD, RD, Assistant Professor, Department of Nutrition
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Diagnosing and Treating Lupus Workshop: Understanding your Blood Tests – Dr. Peter Rumore, Rheumatology Associates of L.I.
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The Empowered Patient Workshop: Advocacy: Why Your Voice Matters – TBD
Lunch, Lupus Alliance Survey Presentation and Awards
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Results of the Lupus Alliance of America Survey, Presented by: Elissa D. Giffords, DSW, LCSW, Professor, Social Work Department and Orly Calderon, Psy.d. Associate Professor, Social Work Department, LIU Post
Afternoon Sessions
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Healthy Living Workshop: Exercise and Movement - Cesar Santos, NASM CPT, Corrective Exercise Specialist
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Diagnosing and Treating Lupus Workshop: Clinical Trials - Dr. Andrew Porges, Roslyn Rheumatology
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The Empowered Patient Workshop: Communication & Your Health Care Team – Elissa D. Giffords, DSW, LCSW, Professor, Social Work Department
