Go With Us 2024
This year, AiArthritis had the exciting opportunity to attend the ACR 2024 conference held in Washington, D.C. The team was thrilled to engage with a diverse group of professionals and participate in numerous sessions focused on the latest advancements in arthritis research and treatment. Additionally, they also took part in the EULAR conference in Vienna through a virtual platform, allowing them to connect with international experts and stay informed about the developments and innovations in the field.
ACR 2024 - Washington DC
About ACR: ACR stands for The American College of Rheumatology, a professional organization dedicated to advancing the field of rheumatology through education, research, advocacy, and the promotion of high-quality care for patients with rheumatic diseases.
Meet Your Go With Us Team
Tiffany Westrich-Robertson
Tiffany Westrich-Robertson is the CEO at International Foundation for AiArthritis and uses her professional expertise in mind-mapping and problem solving to help others, like her, who live with AiArthritis diseases work in unison to identify and solve unresolved community issues.
Deb Constien
Deb Constien is a medically retired Registered Dietitian and a Representative for AiArthritis with Rheumatoid Arthritis. Deb is also on the Advisory Council for WREN- Wisconsin Research Education Network and a Patient Family Advisor- PFA on an International PCORI research study for ACP- Advanced Care Planning.
Leila P.L. Valete
Leila P.L. Valete is the Health Education Manager at the International Foundation for AiArthritis. She is a person living with Lupus & Sjögren's. She is passionate about inclusion and diversity in health education and meeting individuals where they are at in order to learn in a way that resonates with them. Leila is on social media as @Lupus.Lifestyle.Lei sharing bits and pieces about her life with lupus and connecting with others.
Cristina Montoya
Cristina Montoya is a Registered Dietitian with over 16 years of experience, specializing in autoimmune and inflammatory arthritis. Living with Sjögren’s disease and rheumatoid arthritis herself, she combines professional expertise with personal insight to empower clients through personalized nutrition strategies. Cristina’s compassionate, evidence-based approach aims to enhance quality of life for those managing chronic illness. She is active on social media, sharing valuable information and support. On social media, connect with Cristina to learn more about her mission to bridge the gap between nutrition and arthritis care.
Go With Us ACR 2024 Video Debriefs
ACR 2024 Debrief With Tiffany: New treatments in clinical trials for Sjogren's Disease. Also a new pill form treatment for Psoriatic Arthritis.
ACR 2024 Debrief With Leila: Research on obesity's impact on autoimmune diseases, chronic pain management tips, and lupus nephritis care
ACR 2024 Debrief With Deb: Research into how menopause impacts rheumatic diseases, including hot flashes, joint pain, and mood swings
Watch The Full 2024 ACR Video Debrief Library
Go With Us for ACR 2024 with Tiffany, Deb, Leila, and Cristina. Explore insights on Menopause, Seronegative Rheumatoid Arthritis and Biomarkers, the Benefits of Vitamin D, Sjögren's Disease, and much more!
Go With Us ACR 2024 Debriefs On Our Blog
Behind The Scenes ACR 2024
Go With Us EULAR 2024 - Virtual
In 2024, Tiffany - person living with non-radiographic axial spondyloarthritis, Leila - person living with Lupus and Sjogren's Disease, Deb - person living with Rheumatoid Arthritis, and Becky - person living with Sjogren's Disease, attended this event virtually due to funding constraints. We realized the importance of being in person and, since then, starting applying for grants to ensure attendance.
About EULAR: EULAR, the European Alliance of Associations for Rheumatology, is a leading organization that promotes research, education, and advocacy to improve the treatment and prevention of rheumatic and musculoskeletal diseases across Europe.
Meet Your Go With Us Team
Tiffany Westrich-Robertson
Tiffany Westrich-Robertson is the CEO at International Foundation for AiArthritis and uses her professional expertise in mind-mapping and problem solving to help others, like her, who live with AiArthritis diseases work in unison to identify and solve unresolved community issues.
Leila P.L Valete
Describe the item or answer the question so that site visitors who are interested get more information. You can emphasize this text with bullets, italics or bold, and add links.Deb Constien
Deb Constien is a medically retired Registered Dietitian and a Representative for AiArthritis with Rheumatoid Arthritis. Deb is also on the Advisory Council for WREN- Wisconsin Research Education Network and a Patient Family Advisor- PFA on an International PCORI research study for ACP- Advanced Care Planning.
Becky Hosey
Becky Hosey is an AiArthritis volunteer, a healthcare professional, and also a person living with Sjogren's disease.
Go With Us EULAR 2024 Video Debriefs
EULAR 2024 Debrief With Tiffany: Unlocking Remission: Tapering and Withdrawal
EULAR 2024 Debrief With Becky: Discover the Power of Exercise for Rheumatic Diseases
EULAR 2024 Debrief With Deb: Revolutionary Insights on Cardiovascular Comorbidities in RA Patients
Watch The Full 2024 EULAR Video Debrief Library
Tiffany, Deb, Leila, and Becky engage in a conversation about their findings at EULAR 2024. They cover topics such as Pain Management, Cardiovascular Comorbidities, Exercise, Fatigue, Lupus Treatments, CAR-T Therapy, and Cognitive Dysfunction.
Go With Us EULAR 2024 Debriefs On Our Blog
Join Us For The Next Go With Us Program!
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Coming this October 2025, AiArthritis patients will be heading back to one of the biggest rheumatology research conferences of the year - ACR2025 - The American College of Rheumatology Congress and that means it's time to start signing up to "Go With Us!"
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