Monday, September 13th (4:30pm PST / 7:30pm EST)

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Name: Webinar: Biologics
Start: 2021-09-13T16:30:00-07:00
End: 2021-09-13T18:00:00-07:00
Location: Zoom

Webinar: Biologics

Things you want to know about biologics but were afraid to ask!

In this session, we will describe what biologic treatments are, how they are different from other medications we use, and when we might recommend that a child take a biologic treatment. We will explain what a ‘biosimilar’ treatment is, and how they are used for children with arthritis and rheumatic diseases.

You’ll also hear first-hand from a youth speaker who will share their experience starting and self-administering biologics and strategies they’ve developed along the way.

Key takeaways include:

an understanding of how pediatric rheumatologists determine when to prescribe biologics
what comes next if biologics isn’t the right treatment for your family
the latest on biologics research
and so much more!

Bring your questions for our live Q+A where in addition to Dr. Lori Tucker and our youth speaker, Julie Beausoleil, we’ll be joined by Dr. Nadia Luca (Alberta Children’s Hospital) and Dr. Roberta Berard (London Health Sciences Centre).

We’re pleased to offer this session in both English and French!

Expert Speaker

Dr. Lori Tucker, Pediatric Rheumatologist, BC Children’s Hospital

Dr. Lori Tucker is a Clinical Professor in Pediatrics, Pediatric Rheumatology, BC Children’s Hospital, University of British Columbia. Her research focuses on physical activity in children and youth with JIA, development of shared decision-making in pediatric rheumatology care, and autoinflammatory diseases in children. She is one of the founding members of the Canadian Alliance of Pediatric Rheumatology Investigators. In addition, she is a passionate advocate for kids with rheumatic diseases and their families, provincially and nationally and as a member of the Cassie + Friends Board.

Julie Beausoleil, Patient Speaker

Julie Beausoleil is a 20 year old, third year student at the University of Ottawa pursuing her Bachelors of Commerce with a specialization in Management. She was diagnosed with Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis when she was only 18 months old, giving her plenty of experience managing her condition. She enjoys writing blogs about her experiences to support the JIA community, hanging out with her dog, and trying activities that give her an adrenaline rush, such as rock climbing, bungee jumping, roller coasters, and much more. To learn more about Julie’s JIA Journey, click here.