Inside the Honey Agar Fellowship for High-Risk Pregnancies in Rheumatic Diseases
Join us for an engaging webinar featuring a rheumatology Fellow as she reflects on her year as the inaugural recipient of the Honey Agar Fellowship for High-Risk Pregnancy in Rheumatic Diseases. She will share key learnings, clinical experiences, and insights gained from working at the intersection of rheumatology and high-risk pregnancy care, highlighting how this fellowship is advancing knowledge and patient outcomes.
Dr. Leigha Rowbottom is honoured to be the 2025 recipient of the Lupus Ontario–Honey Agar Fellowship for High-Risk Pregnancy in Rheumatic Diseases. She completed her subspecialty training in rheumatology at the University of Toronto. Dr. Rowbottom has a strong clinical and academic interest in the care of individuals with lupus and other autoimmune rheumatic diseases during pregnancy. Dr. Rowbottom brings with her a background in internal medicine from the University of Calgary, where she served as Chief Medical Resident, as well as a strong foundation in research, leadership, and medical education. Through this fellowship, she is advancing clinical care, building collaborative networks, and supporting future research to improve outcomes for women with lupus and their families.
What drives a patient organization like Lupus Ontario? The Heart of Lupus Ontario takes you behind the scenes to explore who we are, what we do, and why it matters. Discover how patient voices, advocacy, research, and community support come together to make a lasting impact on the lives of those living with lupus. Whether you’re newly diagnosed, a long-time supporter, or simply curious — this podcast reveals the powerful role patient organizations play in shaping better futures.
Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) with Jodie Nimigon-Young
In this episode, Jodie Nimigon-Young shares her personal journey with lupus, reflects on the 10th anniversary of her book Fabulupus, and discusses how Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) can support others living with lupus.
Life With Lupus: Jan Gillis
In this episode, we sit down with Jan Gillis as she shares her journey living with lupus. Jan opens up about the challenges she has faced, how she navigates daily life, and the activities that keep her motivated. She also offers valuable advice and practical tips for managing lupus and staying positive. Tune in for an inspiring conversation!
Elizabeth's Story, Strategies For Work-Life Balance, and Navigating Workplace Accommodations - PART 1
In the first episode of this two-part series, we sit down with Elizabeth Lo Serro, an Integrative Nutrition Health Coach, who shares her journey with Lupus and how it has shaped her career. She specializes in supporting overwhelmed women with Lupus to reclaim their vitality and confidence. Tune in as she discusses strategies for managing work-life balance, workplace and school accommodations, disclosing health conditions to managers, and managing work and commitments while going to in person appointments.
Shared Stories - Joe Gallagher and Alex Gnydjenko
In this episode of the Shared Stories Podcast, we feature two inspiring lupus warriors, Alex Gnydjenko and Joseph Gallagher, who openly share their journeys with lupus. They discuss the challenges they’ve faced, their strategies to navigate life with the condition, and how they’ve found resilience and strength along the way.
The conversation is filled with valuable insights and practical tips for others living with lupus, offering hope and guidance for those on a similar path. Tune in to hear their stories and gain inspiration from their experiences.
Life with Lupus – Heidi & Sunita’s Stories
For Lupus Awareness Month this May we are featuring two stories from lupus warriors: Heidi Nielsen and Sunita Mandi.
Heidi shared her story during our Lupus Ontario Gala speaking about how important it is to be your own advocate, while outlining her various symptoms and treatments. “We must find what works best for our bodies.”
To view the video referencing Heidi’s story: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uIj8rFBgEZA
Sunita spoke about her journey, focusing on the challenges of the past two years. Advocating for herself, trusting her rheumatologist, exploring new treatments, and leaning on her support team has brought her to a healthier place in her lupus journey.
Join us for these fascinating stories.
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