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Heather Ann Van Mater

Associate Professor of Pediatrics
Pediatrics, Rheumatology
T0909 Childrens Hlth Ctr, Box 3212, Durham, NC 27710

Overview


CNS vasculitis
Autoimmune encephalitis
Juvenile arthritis
Systemic vasculitis

Current Appointments & Affiliations


Associate Professor of Pediatrics · 2021 - Present Pediatrics, Rheumatology, Pediatrics
Chief, Division of Rheumatology · 2020 - Present Pediatrics, Rheumatology, Pediatrics

In the News


Published June 21, 2016
When the Body Attacks the Mind

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Recent Publications


Implementation study of the CARRA Uveitis Consensus Treatment Plans: feasibility for clinical practice and applicability for research.

Journal Article Pediatr Rheumatol Online J · October 7, 2024 BACKGROUND: Chronic anterior uveitis (CAU) carries a significant risk for eye complications and vision loss. The Childhood Arthritis and Rheumatology Research Alliance (CARRA) introduced consensus treatment plans (CTPs) to standardize treatment for CAU and ... Full text Link to item Cite

Disease Course and Response to Immunotherapy in Children With Childhood Disintegrative Disorder: A Retrospective Case Series.

Journal Article J Child Neurol · January 2024 Childhood disintegrative disorder is a poorly understood neurobehavioral disorder of early childhood characterized by acute to subacute profound regression in previously developed language, social behavior, and adaptive functions. The etiology of childhood ... Full text Link to item Cite
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Recent Grants


Phase 2/3, Children and Adolescents With Aquaporin-4 antibody Positive (AQP4-Ab [+]) Neuromyelitis Optica Spectrum Disorder (NMOSD)

Clinical TrialPrincipal Investigator · Awarded by Alexion Pharmaceuticals, Inc. · 2024 - 2026

Arthritis Foundation Fellowship Training Grant 2019

FellowshipCo Investigator · Awarded by Arthritis Foundation · 2020 - 2024

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Education, Training & Certifications


University of Rochester · 2001 M.D.