This week we had the absolute pleasure to get to know Madhura Balasubramaniam! Madhura is a Ph.D. student in Chennai, India and she is also the Director of Patient Outreach and Advocacy for the South Asian IBD Alliance (SAIA)! She was diagnosed with Crohn’s disease in 2019 after struggling with her health for many years. She and her doctor decided to utilize a feeding tube to help her manage her disease and so we talked about her choice to do this and how it was received by her family and community. We talked a lot about IBD in India- how it’s viewed, the stigma attached to it, the treatment options, the health insurance system and so much more. We also talked about how she got involved with SAIA and her role on the POA committee and what it’s been like to be involved with South Asian patients from around the world who are living with IBD. This was a truly fascinating conversation and Robin and I both loved Madhura. She is so incredibly passionate and committed to improving the lives of everyone with IBD and smart, funny, and a joy on top of it!
Please keep in mind that the views expressed on this show are those of the speakers and should not be considered medical or legal advice. Please consult with the appropriate expert if you have questions or concerns.
Links:
- Nutritional Support and Therapy– Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation USA
- Another story by Madhura about using a PEG tube for her Crohn’s – Patients Engage
- Where to find info on IBDesis
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