Inside the Connective Tissue and Autoinflammatory Disorders Focused Study Group

About this episode

This episode features discussions on the work of PeDRA’s Connective Tissue and Autoinflammatory Disorders Focused Study Group by its leaders.

In this episode, we bring together two leaders in pediatric dermatology research to explore the work of PeDRA’s Connective Tissue and Autoinflammatory Disorders Focused Study Group. Dr. Kalyani Marathe, who serves as the group’s vice chair, and Dr. Maria Teresa Garcia-Romero, the group’s chair, discuss the importance of collaboration across medical specialties and highlight ongoing studies shaping the future of care for children with autoimmune and autoinflammatory skin conditions. Together, they reflect on the impact of mentorship, patient-centered research, and the evolving landscape of pediatric dermatology. Click here to learn more!

People in this episode

Guests: Dr. Kalyani Marathe, Dr. Maria Teresa Garcia-Romero

Topics covered

• pediatric dermatology
• autoinflammatory disorders
• connective tissue disorders
• medical collaboration
• mentorship
• patient-centered research

Keywords

• pediatric dermatology
• autoinflammatory skin conditions
• research collaboration
• mentorship
• patient-centered care

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: PeDRA, Pediatric Dermatology Research Alliance

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