Research at HSS
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In order to better understand lupus and antiphospholipid syndrome (APS), we at HSS conduct the following studies:
Lupus Fast Track Program For new patients only 877.SLE.CURE
• Clinical Trials – to identify new and better treatments • Observational Studies – to identify mechanisms of disease and new treatment targets • Registries – to identify risk factors for disease • Smartphone App Studies – to enable patients to manage their illnesses
Center Manager Nadine Spring, MPH, MS springn@hss.edu 646.714.6036
The willingness of patients to participate is essential to advance treatments for lupus and APS patients. We welcome and appreciate your participation.
Antiphospholipid Syndrome Research Jo-Ann Vega vegaj@hss.edu 212.774.2795
Thanks to the partnership created by patients, scientists and clinicians in the Division of Rheumatology and the HSS Research Institute, we have made great progress.
Lupus Nephritis (Kidney) Research Kerri Merritt merrittk@hss.edu 212.774.2967
If you would like to learn more or participate in these studies, please contact our friendly research coordinators.
Lupus Registries & Research Julie Davis-Porada davisporadaj@hss.edu 212.774.2223
Lupus & APS Center of Excellence
Patient Resource Brochure
HOSPITAL FOR SPECIAL SURGERY Division of Rheumatology 535 East 70th Street New York, NY 10021 Hospital for Special Surgery is an affiliate of Weill Cornell Medical College
www.hss.edu/lupuscenter