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Karen Appold

Karen Appold is an award-winning journalist based in Lehigh Valley, Pa. She earned a B.A. in English (writing) from Penn State University and has more than 20 years of editorial experience. Karen has been a full-time freelance medical writer and editor since 2003. She works for a variety of medical organizations, businesses and media.

Articles by Karen Appold

Managing Multiple Rheumatic Diseases: How One Patient Copes with Her Disabilities & Advocates for Others

November 28, 2018 • By Karen Appold

By the time Kelly Conway was diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) in 2007, she had already been living with symptoms of the disease for 23 years. Her first symptom appeared when she was 14—knee pain that was incorrectly diagnosed as tendonitis. Over the years, she has experienced fevers and sore joints. She was diagnosed with… [Read More]

Registered Nurses Provide Valuable Support to Rheumatology

October 15, 2018 • By Karen Appold

In a rheumatology practice, registered nurses take on multiple roles, from administrative tasks to engaging in patient support and assessment. They can aid rheumatologists and help provide the best care to patients…... [Read More]

Nurse Practitioners Provide Advanced Care & Support

July 30, 2018 • By Karen Appold

With their ability to provide treatment and manage chronic illnesses, nurse practitioners can aid rheumatologists in the care of their patients…... [Read More]

Licensed Psychologists Help Emotionally Distressed Patients

July 2, 2018 • By Karen Appold

Patients newly diagnosed with a rheumatic disease may have difficulty coping and require help beyond the rheumatology clinic. A licensed psychologist can help these patients manage their anxiety and depression through counseling…... [Read More]

How Clinical Nurse Specialists Aid Rheumatology Patients

June 11, 2018 • By Karen Appold

With advanced training and education, a clinical nurse specialist can be a valuable member of a patient’s healthcare team and a rheumatologist’s practice, acting as an extension of the rheumatologist to ensure a patient’s needs are met…... [Read More]

The Social Workers’ Role in Rheumatology Care & Patient Advocacy

May 8, 2018 • By Karen Appold

Patients with rheumatic disease require a team of specialists working together to meet the patient’s needs. Social workers can advocate for these patients and play a variety of other roles to help them manage their disease…... [Read More]

How to Attract Medical Students & Rheumatology Candidates

March 12, 2018 • By Karen Appold

As the shortage of rheumatologists is expected to worsen, practices and fellowship programs are asking how to attract top talent. Here are tips for how individuals can raise rheumatology’s profile and reach out to med students and new rheumatologists…... [Read More]

Is Patient-Centered Care Effective for Rheumatology?

February 21, 2018 • By Karen Appold

Patient-centered care requires increased communication and a proactive patient. But how does it benefit a rheumatology practice? According to Stanford Shoor, MD, patient-centered care offers a team-based approach that can improve satisfaction in care and positively affect RA-specific outcomes…... [Read More]

Service Dogs Aid RA Patients with Mobility, Chores, Companionship & More

January 30, 2018 • By Karen Appold

Patients with severe RA can struggle with walking, getting dressed, carrying items and more, all of which can negatively affect their quality of life. But according to Bharat Kumar, MD, service dogs can help RA patients by providing both physical and emotional support, aiding patient mobility and quality of life…... [Read More]

The Diagnosis: How to Advise Newly Diagnosed RA Patients

January 8, 2018 • By Karen Appold

Receiving an RA diagnosis may be emotional and difficult for patients. By engaging the patient in learning about the disease and its treatment options, as well as cultivating a communicative relationship, rheumatologists can truly help a patient take control of their health…... [Read More]

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