Sponsored by:

This educational activity is jointly sponsored by The American Academy of CME, Inc. and The Lupus Foundation of America.

Supported by:

This program is supported through an unrestricted educational grant from Aspreva Pharmaceuticals.

Lupus Now: State-of-the-Art Approaches From the Experts

Scientific thought leaders discuss the management and treatment of lupus with a focus on systemic complications.

Specific topics include the latest research and clinical trials, categorization of cutaneous lupus, photo and laser therapy of lupus scarring, lupus nephritis, pregnancy and lupus.

Faculty

• Gerald B.Appel, MD
• Jill P. Buyon, MD
• Andrew G. Franks, Jr., MD, FACP
• Joan T. Merrill, MD
• Ignacio Sanz, MD

Healthcare Professional Program

4 Hours

Introduction to the Lupus Foundation of AmericaPatricia Davidson

Lupus in the Rochester AreaIgnacio Sanz, MD

New HorizonsJoan Merrill, MD

Skin Disease and LupusAndrew G. Franks, Jr, MD

Renal Disease and LupusGerald B. Appel, MD

Pregnancy and LupusJill Buyon, MD

Questions and AnswersPanel Discussion

Target AudienceNephrologists, Dermatologists, Rheumatologists, Immunologists, Obstetricians and Gynecologists, Internists, and Primary Care Providers.

Public Education Program

4 Hours

What's New in Lupus TreatmentJoan Merrill, MD

Skin Disease and LupusAndrew G. Franks, Jr, MD

Lupus and Your KidneysGerald B. Appel, MD

Pregnancy and LupusJill Buyon, MD

What You Need to Know About Clinical TrialsJill Buyon, MD

Where to Go for Information and Help: Local ResourcesIllene Ana

Ask the ExpertsPatricia Davidson

Introduction to The Lupus Foundation of AmericaPatricia Davidson

Target AudiencePatients, Caregivers, Family and Friends, and any members of the public interested in learning more about Lupus.