{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"That's Derm Good!","title":"Building Community and Hope for HS Patients with Jawan Elliott","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":3159,"description":"In this powerful and deeply personal episode, Janelle sits down with HS advocate Jawan Elliott to share a story that brings real-life perspective to a condition that’s often misunderstood—hidradenitis suppurativa (HS).Jawan opens up about his journey navigating life with HS, from the physical and emotional challenges to the often frustrating path through the healthcare system. He speaks candidly about the barriers many patients face when it comes to diagnosis, treatment access, and insurance hurdles—and why those experiences fueled his passion for advocacy.This conversation highlights the critical role of community in managing chronic illness. Jawan shares how connection, shared experiences, and storytelling can be powerful tools for healing, empowerment, and awareness.More than anything, this episode is a reminder that behind every diagnosis is a person—and that amplifying patient voices is essential to driving change in dermatology and beyond.DISCLAIMER: This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered medical or health advice. This podcast does not substitute medical treatment. Always consult a doctor or dermatologist regarding medical advice, diagnoses, or treatment. That’s Derm Good! is proudly part of Authorized Health—bringing you expert-driven conversations at the intersection of dermatology, access, and innovation ","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/g2qqyQ0Nwg5GnH5-iXT3AGRG-r02GKHQcETqO9dldAg/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS8xZDlh/Y2YwMjVjMDJjMzE3/YWZmZDExZjIzY2M3/MzNkNS5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}