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Why Your Thoughts are the Secret to Rheumatologic Remission
Can your thoughts actually help you reach remission? Dr. Isabelle Amigues explores the "Power of Mindset" in rheumatology, sharing why shifting from a disease identity to an affirmation of health is the missing piece in autoimmune healing.
Amanda Hogan
2 days ago3 min read


Gaslighting in Rheumatology: Why "Normal" Treatment Isn't Always Good Enough
Are you stuck on Methotrexate or Prednisone with no plan? Dr. Isabelle Amigues explains why the insurance-based medical system leads to patient gaslighting and how the Direct Care model can fast-track you to true, steroid-free remission.
Amanda Hogan
Apr 93 min read


The Future of Healing: Why the "Root Cause" is the Key to Rheumatology and Women’s Health
Are your labs "normal" but you still feel unwell? Dr. Isabelle Amigues and Dr. Erin Ellis discuss the integrative approach to rheumatology and women’s health. Learn why root-cause medicine and nervous system regulation are the keys to moving from "average" to "optimal" health.
Amanda Hogan
Apr 23 min read


Beyond the Label: Holistic Rheumatology and Mental Health Remission
Can a medical diagnosis become a self-fulfilling prophecy? Dr. Isabelle Amigues and Erin Carey dive into the power of the "remission mindset," exploring how nervous system regulation and reframing your identity can lead to healing beyond a clinical label. Discover why your diagnosis is a signal, not a life sentence.
Amanda Hogan
Mar 193 min read


AI in Rheumatology: A Powerful Tool—But Not a Replacement for Your Doctor
Can a computer really understand your chronic pain? While Artificial Intelligence is a revolutionary tool for organizing records and translating medical jargon, it still lacks the "three pillars" of rheumatology: physicality, context, and judgment. Discover why AI is an incredible assistant but can never replace the human intuition required to diagnose complex autoimmune conditions.

Dr. Isabelle Amigues
Mar 123 min read


The Stress of Medical Tests: 3 Tools to Manage "Scanxiety"
Life feels normal until a test appears on the calendar. If you've ever felt your mind race before a PET scan or routine labs, you aren’t alone—it’s called "Scanxiety." In this post, we explore why this fear happens and share three specific tools to help you name the fear, shift your perspective, and create a plan for hope. Discover how to navigate the "What Ifs" and reclaim your peace of mind while waiting for results.

Dr. Isabelle Amigues
Feb 243 min read


Beyond the "Three-Month Loop": Achieving True Remission in Chronic Illness
Healing from chronic illness requires more than a prescription—it requires a shared vision of what it means to be whole. At UnabridgedMD, we move beyond the standard "Three-Month Loop" of appointments to focus on what actually matters: outcomes. From correcting misdiagnoses to extinguishing the "fire" of inflammation at its source, discover our four-step sequence to achieving full clinical remission and reclaiming your identity.

Dr. Isabelle Amigues
Feb 184 min read


Understanding the Flu When You Have Autoimmune Disease
Flu can hit harder when you have autoimmune disease. Here’s what to know about vaccine timing, exposure steps, antivirals like Tamiflu, and red flags that need prompt care.

Dr. Isabelle Amigues
Jan 214 min read


Scleroderma: Diagnosis and Treatment
It's important to understand that the treatment approach depends on how scleroderma presents itself. You can check out our previous blog...

Dr. Isabelle Amigues
Jul 2, 20243 min read


Understanding Scleroderma
Scleroderma, a condition that affects many aspects of a person's health, from the skin to internal organs. It’s, derived from Greek roots...

Dr. Isabelle Amigues
Jun 26, 20242 min read
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