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Episode 13 - Challenges of Measuring the Outcomes of SLE
During this segment, the panelists discuss treatment options for systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) and recognize unmet treatment needs from the perspectives of the patient, provider, and payer. To improve patient outcomes, the panelists explore different ways in which treatment for SLE can be improved.
Hugh Fatodu, RPh, MBA, explains that agents currently used to treat SLE are accompanied with adverse events that affect patient adherence, and results of therapy have proven inconsistent amongst certain subgroups of patients. Therefore, clinicians currently question the ability of these agents to provide benefits to their patients.
Michelle Petri, MD, MPH, explains the ways in which long-term exposure of prednisone affects patient outcomes. Dr Petri also believes that a personalized treatment approach is necessary when treating patients.
And because long-term data is still lacking, Maria Lopes, MD, MS, believes that an early diagnosis of SLE is essential, as outcomes of severe SLE are more dangerous.
AI in Health Care: Balancing Governance, Innovation, and Trust
September 2nd 2025In this conversation with Reuben Daniel, associate vice president of artificial intelligence at UPMC Health Plan, we dive into how UPMC Health Plan builds trust with providers and members, discuss challenges of scaling AI effectively, and hear about concrete examples of AI's positive impact.
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Infertility Coverage Boosts ART Use and Pregnancy Success: Richard A. Brook, MS, MBA
August 26th 2025In this episode, Richard A. Brook, MS, MBA, discusses his study showing that infertility treatment coverage increases assisted reproductive technology (ART) use and improves pregnancy outcomes.
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