Wait, How Do You Spell That? A Rare Disease Podcast
Patient Worthy
77 episodes
1 week ago
Wait How Do You Spell That? is a rare disease podcast produced by Patient Worthy. We talk about issues affecting people rare and underdiagnosed conditions and interview advocates from across the community. We‘re definitely not doctors, and we can‘t give you medical advice. We‘re just here to chat and learn about the diseases that even doctors can‘t seem to spell. Check out the latest in rare disease news at PatientWorthy.com.
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Wait How Do You Spell That? is a rare disease podcast produced by Patient Worthy. We talk about issues affecting people rare and underdiagnosed conditions and interview advocates from across the community. We‘re definitely not doctors, and we can‘t give you medical advice. We‘re just here to chat and learn about the diseases that even doctors can‘t seem to spell. Check out the latest in rare disease news at PatientWorthy.com.
The Unmet Need in Rare Disease, feat. Dr. Emil Kakkis of Ultragenyx
Wait, How Do You Spell That? A Rare Disease Podcast
25 minutes
1 year ago
The Unmet Need in Rare Disease, feat. Dr. Emil Kakkis of Ultragenyx
In this episode, we speak with Dr. Emil Kakkis, a physician and scientist who has spent more than 30 years helping to advance research, treatment and policy for rare disease patients. He is also the founder of both the EveryLife Foundation for Rare Diseases and Ultragenyx, a life sciences company dedicated to developing innovative treatments for rare and ultra-rare diseases. Topics discussed: advanced tech and the promise it holds, the key factors in advancing rare therapies, issues standing in the way of treatment access and more.
If you'd like to pick up a copy of Dr. Kakkis' book, you can find it at Impositivity Media or at Amazon.You can learn more about Rare Disease Week here.
Editor’s Note: Chronic conditions and rare diseases don’t discriminate. Patient Worthy and its partners are interested in amplifying the voices of those from all identities and backgrounds. If you have an aHUS journey to share or want to connect with others about chronic illness, reach out here to learn more about how your voice can help spread awareness and inspire individuals from all walks of life.
Wait, How Do You Spell That? A Rare Disease Podcast
Wait How Do You Spell That? is a rare disease podcast produced by Patient Worthy. We talk about issues affecting people rare and underdiagnosed conditions and interview advocates from across the community. We‘re definitely not doctors, and we can‘t give you medical advice. We‘re just here to chat and learn about the diseases that even doctors can‘t seem to spell. Check out the latest in rare disease news at PatientWorthy.com.
