It is an interesting time in the world of lupus, with many active clinical trials studying new treatment options. This free annual symposium provides state-of-the-art information to individuals with lupus and their families. For participants who would like to join via Zoom, morning presentations will be live-streamed.

We are excited to bring back the Patient Panel this year!  The panel offers a unique opportunity to hear directly from patients as they share their experiences, perspectives, and insights. This session provides an invaluable reminder of the impact of compassionate care and the difference we can make together. We gratefully acknowledge the support from our Lupus Research & Education Endowment Fund that helps provide lupus patient education and outreach.

Call (585) 275-2891 or email christine_pawuk@urmc.rochester.edu to register.

Symposium Organizer(s): Directors of the URMC Lupus Clinic

Jennifer Anolik, MD, PhD, Professor and Division Chief, Allergy, Immunology & Rheumatology Division, Department of Medicine

Ummara Shah, MD, Associate Professor, Allergy, Immunology & Rheumatology Division

Ilana Abeles, MD, PhD, Assistant Professor, Allergy, Immunology & Rheumatology Division

Topics/Agenda:

10:00-10:30 am     Sign-in/Refreshments

10:30-10:35 am      Introduction/Logistics

10:35-11:05 am       Autoimmune Disorders – the What, the Why, and the How
                                  - Jennifer Anolik, MD, PhD, Professor and Chief of Allergy, Immunology, and Rheumatology

11:05-11:35 am      Lupus and the Effects on the Skin
                                  - Christopher Richardson, MD, PhD, Associate Professor of Dermatology and Allergy, Immunology, and Rheumatology

11:35-12:05 pm      Lupus in the Year 2025
                                  – Ilana Abeles, MD, PhD, Assistant Professor of Allergy, Immunology, and Rheumatology

12:05-12:25 pm      Refreshment Break

12:30-1:45 pm        Patient Panel