Advance Praise

“Accessing a wealth of experience from clinical practice, Dr. Birnbaum provides an insightful, comprehensive overview of autoimmune rheumatological diseases and associated conditions. Integration of personal vignettes captures the patient’s perspective and adds authenticity. This excellent book addresses an unmet need, providing invaluable insight for both patients and health care providers.”

-Dr. John Hanly, Professor of Medicine and Pathology at Dalhouse University in Canada and Attending staff physician at the Queen Elizabeth II Healthy Sciences Center

“Dr. Birnbaum’s book is a beacon of hope for patients overwhelmed by their autoimmune rheumatic diseases. With his unparalleled expertise as a world-renowned rheumatologist, Dr. Birnbaum bridges the gap between medical jargon and patient understanding. This indispensable guide ultimately empowers patients, leading to a sense of hope and optimism.”

-Robert I. Fox, MD, Ph.D., Skaggs Professor of Rheumatology (Emeritus), Scripps Clinic and Research

"Dr. Birnbaum sets out to demystify inflammatory rheumatic diseases: what causes them and how to evaluate and how to manage them, in order to educate and support the community of persons affected by these disorders. These pages will meaningfully enlighten this most worthy community."

- Allan C. Gelber, MD, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine