In this episode of The Care Room, Dr. Cindy Ojevwe welcomes back Dr. Brittany Panico, a board-certified rheumatologist, to discuss gout, particularly its presentation in women. They explore the misconceptions surrounding gout, its symptoms, the role of uric acid, and the importance of proper diagnosis and treatment. Dr. Panico emphasizes that gout is often overlooked in women and can manifest in various ways, not just the classic swollen toe. The conversation also covers dietary factors, medication options, and the need for better access to rheumatology care for gout patients.Dr. Brittany Panico is a board-certified rheumatologist and internist passionate about treating the whole patient through a preventative approach that integrates medication, diet, and lifestyle. She serves as Chief of Rheumatology at Summit Rheumatology across Arizona, Colorado, and Oklahoma, where she also leads the Gout Center of Excellence and advocates for patients with systemic lupus and Sjogren’s syndrome.She earned her medical degree from the Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed her Internal Medicine residency and Rheumatology fellowship at Loyola University Medical Center in Maywood, IL. Dr. Panico is also a Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of Arizona–Phoenix and a Fellow of the American College of Rheumatology. Her work has been featured as an Op-Med Doximity Fellow (2024–2026), where she writes about patient care and barriers in medicine.She’s a co-author of Thriving After Burnout and Made for More 2, both Amazon bestsellers, and uses social media to educate patients on navigating healthcare and chronic disease with confidence.Contact InformationEmail: [email protected]: @drbrittanypanicoClinic: @summitrheumatology