How it Feels When Remission Ends
Even though it took a CT to confirm it, I knew in my gut (literally and figuratively) that my time of better health had come to an end...
Patients Belong in Leadership Roles
Years ago, I never thought I'd be open about my disease. With anyone. Over time, I opened up to a few friends, but never at work. I had...
What is #WorldIBDDay All About?
For anyone new to this hashtag, welcome! It's May 19th, which is the annual #WorldIBDDay! Like most days marked to honor those living...
Why Nurses are Vital for Chronic Illness Care
One consistent theme in my care over the past 13 years has been the fact that Nurses make all the difference -- and we don't celebrate...
Relaunching Life After Crisis
For over a year we've collectively moved through physical and emotional responses, large and small, to COVID-19; with unique fears and...
COVID-19 Vaccine Resources for Patients with IBD
Update: we all need to be advocates for the COVID-19 vaccine if we want to see the full impact of this amazing advancement in science and...
Coronavirus Resources and Planning for IBD Patients
Freaking out a little bit about the Coronavirus? Not giving it too much thought but want to be smart juuuussstt in case? I'm finding...
IBD Summit for Fellows 2019: Reflections
Living with IBD is a complex journey of ups and downs. Each of us patients seem to have our own set of unique challenges and personal...
Why I'm Quitting Humira
***I did NOT make this decision without first talking openly and honestly with my doctor AND reviewing a plan for my next choice of...
I'm Celebrating #WorldIBDday for You
It's #worldIBDday2019! Over the past decade with IBD, i've come to view this annual recognition of IBD across the globe as a...