Dr. Calvin Brown, Jr., from Northwestern Memorial Hospital, discusses recent advances in treatment for rheumatoid arthritis (RA), shares ongoing research efforts and explores whether or not a cure is within our reach. Dr. Brown also stresses the importance of getting an accurate diagnosis, as is RA is just one of more than 100 subtypes of arthritis and many patients are incorrectly diagnosed
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Calvin R. Brown Jr., MD
Rheumatologist, Northwestern Memorial Hospital
Calvin R. Brown Jr., M.D. is professor of medicine in the division of rheumatology and director of the rheumatology training program at Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine. Dr. Brown is a member of several professional organizations, including the American College of Rheumatology, the American College of Physicians, and is past president of the Chicago Rheumatism Society. His research has been published...
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Beth Anne Demeter,
Rheumatoid Arthritis Patient
Beth Anne Demeter, from Palatine, Illinois, was diagnosed with juvenile rheumatoid arthritis when she was 13 years old. Beth’s initial symptoms were fatigue and problems with mobility. She also had difficulty straightening her legs and could not make a fist. Beth was put on several treatment regimens, including gold therapy and methotrexate. Now 34 years old, Beth is treated with...
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