Meet the New Way RA^™ Experts

Doctors, authors, an Emmy^®* award winner, a famous culinary expert and registered dietitian—these leaders in their professions share a deep interest and understanding of rheumatoid arthritis (RA), as well as a commitment to helping those living with RA.

Your Host: Deborah Norville

News Anchor, Author

Deborah Norville, Emmy^®* award-winning journalist, is host of Inside Edition.
She has been credited with bringing new strength and respect to the news magazine program. In addition to having significant professional credentials, she discusses her personal connection with RA through her mother's challenges with the disease.

Rheumatology: W. Hayes Wilson, M.D.

Chief of the Division of Rheumatology, Piedmont Hospital

W. Hayes Wilson, M.D., is Chief of the Division of Rheumatology at Piedmont Hospital in Atlanta and is a national medical advisor to the Arthritis Foundation. He is also the former Vice President of the Arthritis Foundation, Georgia chapter, as well as a former Chairman of the board of trustees, Georgia chapter. Additionally, Dr. Wilson served as the President of the Atlanta Clinical Society and was the President of the Georgia Society of Rheumatology. He is a member of the American College of Rheumatology and serves on the medical advisory board for the Lupus Foundation of America, Georgia chapter.

Nutrition: Ellie Krieger, M.S., R.D.

Food Network Host, Registered Dietitian, and Author

Ellie Krieger, M.S., R.D., is a culinary expert, registered dietitian, and host of the hit show Healthy Appetite on Food Network. She's also the author of the New York Times bestseller The Food You Crave: Luscious Recipes for a Healthy Life and the popular Small Changes, Big Results. Her extensive work in the media has earned her a loyal following and national recognition as a trusted health professional. Ellie demonstrates easy, healthful recipes and provides tips on healthy eating for people with RA.

Relationships: Laurie Ferguson, Ph.D.

Vice President of Research and Education at CreakyJoints

Laurie Ferguson, Ph.D., is the Vice President of Research and Education at the advocacy organization CreakyJoints. Her work serves the organization's mission of helping patients take responsibility for managing their arthritis. She works individually and with groups of patients and physicians on topics that include changing one's mindset, improving communication between patient and physician, and creating healthy mental habits.

Workplace: Rosalind Joffe

Chronic Illness Career Coach

Building on her experiences living with chronic illnesses, including multiple sclerosis and ulcerative colitis, Rosalind Joffe founded the chronic illness career-coaching practice, cicoach.com. Dedicated to helping others with chronic illness develop the skills they need to succeed in their careers, Rosalind firmly believes that living with chronic illness does not preclude one from living a full and successful life. She is a recognized national expert on chronic illness in the workplace and recently coauthored the book Women, Work, and Autoimmune Disease: Keep Working, Girlfriend! She discusses her personal experiences of living with chronic disease and provides informative pointers to help others come to terms with their condition.

Fitness: Ellen Shmueli

Certified Fitness Trainer

Ellen Shmueli was diagnosed with RA at the age of 28, when she noticed that pain was making everyday activities difficult. She had just given birth to her first son and suffered the emotional toll of not being able to physically care for him. Working with her physician, Ellen found the right treatment option for herself and now works as a fitness trainer, specially certified in training others with arthritis. She speaks about the difficulties she faced in her own experiences with RA and provides tips to help others work through the disease.

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