Ep 45 - The HS Patients Perspective with Dr Mark Kirchhof - a podcast by Canadian Dermatology Association

In this fascinating conversation, Dr Mark Kirchhof joins Kirk Barber to discuss his article. "Hidradenitis Suppurativa From a Patient Perspective Including Symptoms and Self-Treatment," from the Nov-Dec issue of the Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery.

They talk about how this chronic inflammatory disorder commonly affecting body folds can significantly impair quality of life due to the physical, psychological, and social turmoil experienced by patients. The patient perspective is revealed through a detailed study carried out by Dr Kirchhof and his co-author, Dr Christina Huang.

JCMS Author Interviews is produced by David McGuffin of Explore Podcast Productions in Ottawa.

Our theme music was composed by Lee Rosevere.

Be sure to also check out the CDA's Residents Podcast, Dermalogues, hosted by Dr Kerri Purdy and available wherever you listen.

For more on the work of the CDA, please visit our website: www.dermatology.ca

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