Tori Rodriguez, MA, LPC, AHC

Contributing Writer https://www.rheumatologyadvisor.com

Tori Rodriguez, MA, LPC, AHC, is an Atlanta-based journalist, licensed psychotherapist, and Ayurvedic health coach, creator of the body-positive wellness company Bettie Page Fitness, and author of 2 books – The Little Book of Bettie: Taking a Page from the Queen of Pinups and Bettie Page: The Lost Years. She holds a BS in psychology from Georgia State University and an MA in counseling psychology from the Georgia School of Professional Psychology. Tori has also managed a medical practice and was instrumental in developing Georgia’s multispecialty telemedicine program. Photograph courtesy of Brooklyn Brat Images.

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Rheumatoid Arthritis Advisor

The Challenges of Managing Comorbidities in Rheumatoid Arthritis

Tori Rodriguez, MA, LPC, AHC

June 7, 2021

Drs Kronzer and Tatangelo discuss the major comorbidities of patients before and after the diagnosis of rheumatoid arthritis and how to manage these disorders.

Pediatric Rheumatology

Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Adolescent Mental Health

Tori Rodriguez, MA, LPC, AHC

May 12, 2021

Even before the COVID-19 pandemic began, concerning mental health trends and major treatment gaps were noted among adolescents. We spoke with Cécile Rousseau, MD, researcher, psychiatrist, and professor in the division of social and transcultural psychiatry at McGill University in Montreal, Canada about the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on adolescent mental health.

General Rheumatology

COVID-19 Vaccine Mandates: Public and Expert Viewpoints

Tori Rodriguez, MA, LPC, AHC

May 10, 2021

With many Americans awaiting to be vaccinated, while others indicating they are unlikely to get the jab, we spoke with 2 experts for their perspectives regarding this controversial topic.

Rheumatoid Arthritis Advisor

What is the Risk for Methotrexate-Related Interstitial Lung Disease in RA?

Tori Rodriguez, MA, LPC, AHC

May 6, 2021

Drs Jeffrey A. Sparks and Vivian P. Bykerk join the ongoing debate about methotrexate as a potential risk factor for lung disease in rheumatoid arthritis and the current clinical implications.

Pediatric Rheumatology

Strategies for Minimizing Vaccination Pain in Children

Tori Rodriguez, MA, LPC, AHC

April 29, 2021

Insufficient pain management during childhood immunizations may lead to increased fear of needles and later health care avoidance.

Rheumatoid Arthritis Advisor

Role of Nutrition in Protecting Against Disease Risk and Progression in Rheumatoid Arthritis

Tori Rodriguez, MA, LPC, AHC

April 19, 2021

For patients with rheumatoid arthritis, studies show the benefits of certain dietary patterns and nutrients, including their possible protective effects on disease risk and progression.