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February 2026 REDEFINING LUPUS CARE: MULTIDISCIPLINARY STRATEGIES AND EMERGING THERAPIESIrene Blanco, MD, discusses the Northwestern Medicine Lupus Program, which provides comprehensive, multidisciplinary care for patients with lupus. The program brings together specialists in joint clinics to streamline treatment and deliver advanced care earlier, helping reduce long-term damage.
Dr. Blanco explains how the team combines leading-edge science with a holistic approach, addressing both medical and psychosocial needs. Northwestern Medicine is also at the forefront of clinical research, including exploring CAR T-cell therapy and bispecific T-cell engagers for severe refractory lupus, as well as small-molecule therapies for more convenient treatment options. |
Irene Blanco, MD, Director of Lupus Clinical Services and Professor of Rheumatology at Northwestern Medicine
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