March 2026 Town Hall – JM 101: Everything we Know about Juvenile Myositis in 2026

April 1 Town Hall 2026

Watch this recorded Town Hall to learn more about juvenile myositis diagnosis and treatment. In this session, Dr. Stacey Tarvin shares insights into best practice care, what families can expect along the treatment journey, and the current understanding of this disease. This discussion is designed to help families feel more informed and confident as they navigate care decisions.


About the Speaker

Dr. Stacey Tarvin is the Program Director for the Pediatric Rheumatology Fellowship and the Section Education Director for Pediatric Rheumatology at Indiana University and Riley Children’s Hospital. She serves in numerous leadership roles across the pediatric rheumatology community and is the Chair of Cure JM’s Clinical Care Network. Most importantly, she is a dedicated physician and parent, known at home as “Dr. Mom,” raising three energetic children with her husband.

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Town Hall June 2024, Thorington, Turnier, Emotional Distress

Helping Parents & Kids When They Express High Emotional Distress

This expert-led presentation is for parents about how to help their kids and themselves when their kids express high levels of emotional distress. Our presenters will talk about ways parents can calm themselves, share tips for talking to kids with age-appropriate information, and know when to find help from a professional. There will be a Q&A session immediately following the presentation.

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