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Home / Laura Cappelli, MD, MHS, MS

Laura Cappelli, MD, MHS, MS

Rheumatoid Arthritis Treatment

Rheumatoid Arthritis Treatment

While there’s no cure for Rheumatoid Arthritis yet, there are many preventative medications. They range from oral pills to injections that can be done at home or by a doctor, which are working for many people who have been diagnosed. All these different treatment options can help patients achieve their goals and stay healthy and functional. In this video, Dr. Laura Cappelli, a physician at the Johns Hopkins Arthritis Center, discusses the different treatment options for Rheumatoid arthritis.

Cancer Immunotherapy and Arthritis

Cancer

A new type of therapy called Immunotherapy, is used to treat cancers. It’s been observed that Immunotherapy could lead to an over-activation of the immune system. In Rheumatology we’re seeing an increase in arthritis driven by this activation of the immune system. Dr. Cappelli discusses the questions she and her oncologist colleagues have about why this happens and how do we best evaluate and treat these patients.

Biologic Medications and Cancer Risk

Biologic Medications and Cancer Risk

There has been some speculation on whether or not biologic medications can increase a patient’s risk of getting cancer in the long run. Dr. Laura Cappelli from the Arthritis Center discusses these risks as well as the research studies behind them.

Why Sun Protection is so Important for Patients with Autoimmune Diseases

Why Sun Protection is so Important for Patients with Autoimmune Diseases

It’s important to protect yourself from the sun when you have an autoimmune disease. Dr. Laura Cappelli reviews the best practices for enjoying the sun safely.

What Happens to Your Blood After You Donate for Research?

What Happens to Your Blood After You Donate for Research?

“What happens to my sample once I agree to use it towards research?” you may ask… Take a look as numerous doctors and researchers explain the process step by step, from gathering your information in a clinic, to performing specific tests in the laboratory for data collection, to publishing research results and sharing them with medical professionals. Check out this exciting process!

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