Ankylosing Spondylitis Xplained
Through storytelling
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Medicine X Story
Working as a medical doctor, I realized that far too many patients are confused about their diagnoses, their conditions, and their treatments. There’s a disconnect between the language that doctors use and what everyday people understand. This can make you feel incredibly hopeless and anxious at an often very difficult time in your life.
We believe there is a better way. We believe all patients – regardless of age, gender, culture or condition – should have access to medical information they can understand! Everyone should feel informed and empowered in order to engage with their doctors and be involved in making medical decisions.
This is why Medicine X was created.
Dr. Kim Chilman-Blair
Founder, Medicine X
About Ankylosing Spondylitis Xplained
Real People
The Ankylosing Spondylitis Xplained story is based on a real person – Shayne! It reflects his story, his experiences with AS, and his advice to others. There have also been lots of people who contributed along the way with their stories and advice. Thanks to everyone who helped create Ankylosing Spondylitis Xplained!
Our Team
The Medicine X team are doctors, artists, and creative writers who all work to make sure of one thing — the information is easy to understand. No more medical jargon! Everything is correct and up-to-date!
Experts
Some of Australia’s top rheumatologists have reviewed the story to ensure it is spot on in terms of medical information.
Ankylosing Spondylitis Xperts
Check out our experts that have been involved with Ankylosing Spondylitis Xplained!
A/Prof Paul Bird
Dr Lionel Schachna
Produced in partnership with
CreakyJoints Australia
Founded in 2015, CreakyJoints Australia is the go-to source for Australian arthritis patients and their families who are seeking education, support, advocacy and participation in patient-centred research. Our mission is to empower Australians living with arthritis to put themselves at the centre of their own care by vocalising their treatment preferences and working in partnership with their healthcare providers.
creakyjoints.org.auAnkylosing Spondylitis Victoria Inc
Ankylosing Spondylitis Victoria Inc is an organisation of people who wish to improve knowledge of AS and the ability to manage the condition.
asvictoria.orgKindly Supported By
Kindly Supported By
Novartis provides innovative healthcare solutions that address the evolving needs of patients and societies. Headquartered in Basel, Switzerland, Novartis offers a diversified portfolio to best meet these needs: innovative medicines, eye care and cost-saving generic pharmaceuticals. Novartis has more than 60 years’ history in Australia and employs around 800 associates across three divisions. Novartis believe continued R&D is essential to innovation and in Australia around 20M annually is invested in local clinical trials. With a mission to discover new ways to improve and extend people’s lives, you can find out more about Novartis in Australia by visiting www.novartis.com.au