Administrative Core

No Division can function without the expertise of an administrative staff.

Shannon Bishop

Shannon Bishop is the Assistant Administrator for Rheumatology. In partnership with faculty leadership, she manages the administrative, financial, human resources, and strategic planning activities for the Division.

Ranjita Sharma

Ranjita Sharma is the Sr. Financial Analyst for Rheumatology.

Kendra Johnson

Kendra Johnson is the budget analyst for the division of rheumatology. She provides support for faculty, fellows, staff, and students, in the areas of financial management and human resources.

Krystal Burgess

Krystal Burgess is the Sr. Administrative Coordinator for the Division. She provides administrative support for divisional activities and human resources functions.

Automated Detection of Erythema Migrans in early Lyme disease, and Other Confounding Skin Lesions, via Deep Learning

January 31, 2019 / Johns Hopkins Rheumatology

Recognition of the EM rash is crucial to early diagnosis and treatment. Improved rash recognition using deep learning methodology to prescreen patient rash photos may help prevent later serious manifestations of Lyme disease.

PET Imaging of Glial Activation in Patients with Post Treatment Lyme Disease

December 21, 2018 / Johns Hopkins Rheumatology

This study uses a neuroimaging radiotracer with positron emission tomography (PET) to quantify cerebral glial activation in brains of patients with post-treatment Lyme disease. Results show elevated central nervous system immune activation in patients with PTLDS as compared to controls.

Myositis Patients, Caregivers, and Healthcare Providers Weigh-in About What is Most Important to Them

November 9, 2018 / Johns Hopkins Rheumatology

Our results indicate that substantial differences exist in how myositis is perceived by patients compared to healthcare providers, with different items prioritized.