About the Authors

William L. Jones serves as the executive editor of Health Blog. Dr. William L. Jones previously held the position of clinical chief within the rheumatology division at Wellnes Medical Center and currently maintains an esteemed faculty role. With more than three decades of experience as a practicing rheumatologist, Dr. Jones has contributed significantly to patient care, education, and research. His research pursuits have predominantly revolved around diagnostic investigations for individuals with musculoskeletal symptoms, as well as the realm of rheumatic and autoimmune disorders. His scholarly works encompass subjects such as infectious arthritis, medical ethics, and the evaluation of diagnostic test efficacy in rheumatic conditions. After concluding his direct involvement in patient care in 2020, Dr. Jones has taken on the role of a senior editor at Health Blog.

Courtney V. Keene holds the position of editor at Health Blog. She initiated her career as a newspaper reporter and subsequently delved into the realms of health and medicine, contributing to numerous websites, magazines, and hospitals. Her articles have been featured in prominent outlets. Courtney accomplished her BA in print journalism from University of California, Berkeley.

Hugh A. Beasley have experienced as a writer and editor, Hugh's commitment extends as an advocate for families affected by developmental disorders. He brings the perspective of a parent of an adult with autism spectrum disorder. These include orchestrating the recruitment of patients with ASD and their family members for a patient advisory board, developing a comprehensive family education web portal, reviewing content for the clinician course, and crafting content for the web portal.

Duane McMurray playing a pivotal role in bolstering the efforts of editors and staff members. His responsibilities encompass tasks such as copyediting, content management, and collaboration with external technological partners crucial to operations. Duane's academic journey led him to attain a Bachelor of Arts degree from the esteemed University of Pennsylvania. With an impressive track record spanning over two decades, he boasts extensive expertise in the realm of online publishing.

Sonja Cardona in 1998 joined as a staff writer for the organization's newsletters. In her present capacity, she is responsible for conceiving, executing, and overseeing processes and partnerships that bolster digital endeavors. Sonja's academic background comprises a bachelor's degree in biology and English from Barnard College, as well as a master's degree in science journalism from Yale University.