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Susan A. Baker MD

By skillfully guiding patients through the diagnosis and evaluation process, rheumatologist Dr. Susan Baker provides individualized treatment for patients.

Through years of experience and success in the field of rheumatology, Dr. Baker understands the complex and long-term needs that each patient requires in order to live healthy and productive lives unburdened by physically-limiting conditions. As such, Dr. Baker provides individualized rheumatology and internal medicine treatment plans in Beverly Hills for common and rare diseases relating to connective tissues, including:

- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- Osteoarthritis
- Vasculitis
- Osteoporosis
- Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
- Psoriatic Arthritis
- Sjogren’s Syndrome
- Scleroderma

As the management of these rheumatological conditions is often complex and long-term, Dr. Baker becomes a partner in helping to improve quality of life with each patient through detailed and skillful diagnosis, evaluation, and treatment. Through services including densitometry bone scans, infusion services, X-rays, EKG, PRP injections, and more, each patient can find effective support tailored to his or her unique rheumatology needs. Visit susanbakermd.com today or call (310) 274-7770 for an appointment.

05/15/2020

Green tea has been shown to have many health benefits. One, in particular, is that it may help ease the symptoms of some autoimmune diseases.

Tea is high in polyphenols, which are natural compounds that can reduce inflammation.

Studies have shown that green tea shows improvements in brain function, fat, loss, protection against cancer, lowering the risk of heart disease, and many other benefits.

Green tea has lots of powerful antioxidants to help boost your immune function.

05/13/2020

Lupus, also known as systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), is a chronic, inflammatory, connective tissue disease that can affect the joints as well as organs. Lupus occurs when the body’s immune system stops making antibodies to protect the body against viruses, bacteria, and antigens.

Lupus obstructs the body’s ability to tell the difference between foreign substances and its own cells and tissues. This means the body’s immune system attacks healthy tissue instead of attacking only things like bacteria and viruses, resulting in inflammation.

Approximately 25,000 children and adolescents have lupus or a related autoimmune disorder. Lupus in children most commonly shows up in those who are 15 or older, and they are known to have periods of flare-ups and remissions. Many children with lupus also have kidney problems.

Although there is no cure for lupus, there are a variety of treatment options available. Seeing a doctor early and often prevents damage to the organs that can become severe if not treated.

Photo via http://lupus.org

05/11/2020

Happy from Dr. Susan Baker MD and Staff! Get up and do something today that makes you HAPPY and ALIVE! ⁣
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05/08/2020

Autoimmune diseases affect more than 23.5 million Americans and occur when the body’s immune system, which normally attacks intruders like viruses and bacteria, attacks itself. There are over 100 different autoimmune diseases, some of which involve a single organ, like Hashimoto's thyroiditis, and others that attack almost any organ or tissue, like lupus. Diagnosis can sometimes be difficult due to early symptoms, like fatigue and joint pain, mimicking those of other medical conditions.

If you have or believe you have an autoimmune disease, contact your rheumatologist today to come up with a treatment plan that works for your condition.

Graphic via http://verywellhealth.org

05/06/2020

Many patients have been asking questions about whether or not they are more likely to contract COVID-19 because of their autoimmune disorder. While information shows that people with autoimmune disorders are NOT more or less likely to contract the virus, it is possible that people with autoimmune disorders may have severe complications if their immune systems are suppressed, either by their disease or by medications that treat their autoimmune disorder.

Experts believe that the more underlying health conditions a person has, the higher their chance of having serious complications from COVID-19. It is unclear what impact COVID-19 has on the overactivity of the immune system in many autoimmune diseases.

Most people who take medications to suppress their immune systems are considered at least somewhat immunocompromised. This means your immune system is impaired and is less able to fight infections. It is especially important that you take precautions to avoid a COVID-19 infection.

Keep at least a 30 day supply of your medications and contact your physician if you need refills. Continue taking your medications as prescribed by your physician. Do not stop any of your medications without discussing this with your physician first.

News about COVID-19 is evolving rapidly. For up-to-date information, please visit the Center for Disease Control (CDC) or the World Health Organization (WHO) websites.

05/04/2020

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05/01/2020

Living with an autoimmune disease can be painful, disrupting, and devastating. But with the right foods and a balanced diet, you can help to ease pain and possibly even heal your autoimmune disease. It is best to avoid caffeine, alcohol, sugar, grains, dairy, and red meat, and instead focus on more healthy fats, fish, fruits, and vegetables. Below is an example of what you could eat in a day to reduce inflammation:

💛Breakfast: Ginger-Turmeric Wellness Shot with Fruit Salad
💛Lunch: Salad with kale and spinach, avocado, pomegranate seeds, almonds, and a hard-boiled egg
💛Snack: Handful of nuts and dried fruit
💛Dinner: Halibut or salmon with turmeric roasted broccoli and Brussel sprouts
💛Dessert: Grapes with Lemon Juice and a golden latte

04/30/2020

Are you bored during quarantine and looking for new things to do? Color our new mandala! Tune in to your creative side and share the results with us! When you’re done, post a photo and tag us! We can’t wait to see what you come up with 💚 ⁣
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04/29/2020

What is chronic back pain? 🤔 Chronic pain is different from acute pain in that it continues even after the initial injury or disease has healed. With chronic back pain, pain signals can remain active in the nervous system for weeks, months, and even years. For this reason, chronic back pain often disrupts a patient’s daily lives and causes significant emotional distress.

💪 The best way to prevent chronic back pain is to stay in shape and keep your back strong. This includes getting the recommended amount of exercise using low-impact techniques, eating right, and not smoking. You should also be sure to use proper techniques when lifting and good posture when sitting.

💥 If you are experiencing back pain, consult your doctor immediately to find a treatment plan that works to combat your specific pain.

04/27/2020

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04/24/2020

What is hypothyroidism? 🤔 Hypothyroidism, or an underactive thyroid, is a condition in which the thyroid fails to produce enough essential hormones. In individuals with hypothyroidism, the immune system mistakenly attacks and destroys the thyroid. The thyroid, located in the front of the neck, controls the body’s energy stores, makes essential proteins and controls sensitivity to other hormones.

Some typical symptoms of hypothyroidism include :
🔻 Constant, unexplained fatigue
🔻 Depressed and sluggish mood
🔻 Excessively dry skin and hair
🔻 Prolonged constipation
🔻 Intolerance to cold
🔻 Rapid weight gain
🔻 Heavier menstrual flow in women
🔻Swelling in the front of the neck near the thyroid (a goiter)

Hypothyroidism can result from an autoimmune disease such as Hashimoto’s thyroiditis, congenital thyroid abnormalities, iodine deficiency from an unbalanced diet, or removal of the thyroid due to hyperthyroidism or thyroid cancer.

To determine if you have hypothyroidism and how best to treat it, always consult an experienced rheumatologist or internal medicine specialist. Each individual is unique, so your treatment plan will be tailored to your needs.

04/22/2020

We hope that you are all staying safe and healthy. Our primary concern is your safety and well-being so we will continue using telehealth at this time until further notice. Our virtual visits are working and have allowed us to stay connected to all of you during this challenging time. Because we do not know how long this situation will last, we have opened up virtual visits to include new patient consults as well as overdue annual wellness visits so that patients can continue to get needed medical care. 💛

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Monday	8am - 4pm
Tuesday	8am - 4pm
Wednesday	8am - 4pm
Thursday	8am - 4pm
Friday	8am - 4pm

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