OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) — Dr. Amanda Moyer, a pediatric rheumatologist, visited the KFOR studio to discuss juvenile arthritis ahead of World Arthritis Day this Sunday.
Juvenile arthritis affects an estimated 3,000 to 4,000 children in Oklahoma, posing challenges for families seeking specialized care. Dr. Moyer is one of the few pediatric rheumatologists in the state, highlighting the difficulty many face in accessing treatment.
"Help us understand how difficult it can be for juvenile arthritis patients to get care in Oklahoma," the host asked Dr. Moyer, noting the scarcity of specialists in the area.
Dr. Moyer recently completed extra training at Stanford University with the aim of expanding care for juvenile arthritis patients in Oklahoma. She is working on developing a new Division of Pe