Stand Up For Sarcoidosis with Mary McGowan

Today's Episode Dr. Raj talks with Mary McGowan about the pressing
issue of the lack of awareness of sarcoidosis, its impact on
minority groups, and the strides she is making to increase
education and support for those affected by this autoimmune
disease. Today’s Guest  Mary McGowan is the CEO of The
Foundation of Sarcoidosis Research (FSR), a leading international
organization dedicated to finding a cure for sarcoidosis and
improving care for patients through research, education, and
support. Founded in 2000, FSR has fostered over 6 million in
sarcoidosis-specific research efforts. Mary joined FSR as the
organization's first CEO in 2020. As CEO, she serves as the primary
representative and spokesperson for FSR and leads the
organization’s strategic vision with patient engagement, strategic
partnerships, fundraising, advocacy efforts, program direction, and
aggressive communications and research agenda. Mary brings 35 years
of non-profit leadership and management experience to this
role.  Prior to joining FSR, she served as executive director
of The Myositis Association (TMA). As executive director of TMA,
Mary was featured and highlighted as a preeminent rare disease
leader by numerous entities including American
Autoimmune-Related Disease Association, Global Genes, and the
National Organization for Rare Diseases. Mary served as CEO of
WomenHeart: The National Coalition for Women with Heart Disease.
During her 8 years with WomenHeart, McGowan ensured the
organization’s long-term growth and sustainability as the leading
voice for the 48 million American women living with or at risk of
heart disease. McGowan also served as Executive Director of the
Allergy & Asthma Network, the leading nonprofit organization
dedicated to eliminating suffering and death due to asthma,
allergies and related conditions. Mary has a Master's Degree in
Human Resources Development from George Washington University and a
B.A. from Trinity University. Foundation for Sarcoidosis Research
Website Fight Sarcoidosis Merchandise Sarcoidosis Awareness Month
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Raj is a quadruple board certified physician and associate
professor at the University of Southern California. He was a
co-host on the TNT series Chasing the Cure with Ann Curry, a
regular on the TV Show The Doctors for the past 7 seasons and has a
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