As a Global Patient Advocate with the World Patients Alliance, I aim to serve as a Psoriatic Disease Ambassador to improve care access in Asia, where many struggle with the disease’s physical, emotional, and social toll. I’ve seen the challenges—long travel for treatment, lack of affordable care, and the mental health impact. My mission is to promote integrated, people-centered care, expand healthcare access, and raise awareness among professionals. By amplifying patient voices and pushing for early intervention and support, I hope to help shape a future where those with psoriatic disease receive the dignity, care, and attention they deserve.
Edmund Lau
Age: 53
Location: Singapore
Types of psoriatic disease: Plaque psoriasis, Psoriatic arthritis
Languages: Chinese (Cantonese), Chinese (Mandarin)