Demi Ricario 4/6/23 Demi Ricario 4/6/23

Sources of truth for patients

The truth is out there, but do you know where to find it? 🤔

Demi Ricario 3/20/23 Demi Ricario 3/20/23

From diagnosis to treatment: how much do you know about the process?

Seeing this chart helped me be aware of what questions I need to ask my healthcare provider as I go through my journey with this disease so that I can make the best possible decisions for myself.

Demi Ricario 10/19/22 Demi Ricario 10/19/22

My healthcare team

My GI doctor was referred to me by my primary care physician. At that time, I had no choice other than who was available. “She’s great; you’ll like her,” my primary told me. Well, that’s encouraging, I thought, and after some online search, I was relieved to see my GI doctor’s expertise and positive patient reviews. Thus my small IBD healthcare team was born.

Demi Ricario 4/11/22 Demi Ricario 4/11/22

Lesson Learned: How I caused and overcame my 8th flare

I thought I could outsmart my IBD, but I didn't, and I couldn't. What was I thinking, indulging in this deliciously decadent dessert called ice cream?