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Can MRI Predict Osteoarthritis’ Progression?
In individuals without radiographic knee osteoarthritis (OA), Chang et al. investigated whether magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) defined knee OA at baseline was associated with incident radiographic and symptomatic disease during up to 11 years of follow-up. The researchers found the two current MRI definitions of knee OA may not adequately predict the development of radiographic and symptomatic disease.
Small Postcard, Big Impact: ACR’s New Grassroots Group Empowers Members to Be Rheumatology Advocates
Helping ACR/ARP members talk to lawmakers about rheumatology-related policy is a key part of the ACR’s advocacy efforts. A postcard-writing campaign to Congress highlights outreach efforts of a new member engagement working group.
Rheumatology 2025 State Legislative Preview
As state legislatures begin to convene their sessions in 2025, several key issues related to rheumatology are expected to take center stage, including drug costs, utilization management, telehealth and copay accumulators.
2024 Federal Legislative Recap
Although many rheumatology priorities were cut from big funding bills in the 118th Congress, some policy victories and signals of progress set the stage for the new year
Answering the Call: Anisha Dua, MD, MPH, Looks Ahead to New Role as Committee on Training Chair
Building on her experiences in her practice and through the ACR, this rheumatology leader and educator is eager to advance the work of the COT.
Rheum for Everyone, Episode 16: Living the Dream (video)
In this episode of his monthly video series for The Rheumatologist, physician editor Dr. Bharat Kumar talks about dreams—their importance and the role of the rheumatologist and rheumatology professionals in helping patients fulfill their dreams.
ACR President’s Corner (video): ACR Initiatives Support Research at Every Level
ACR President Carol A. Langford, MD, MPH, highlights the importance of research in the field and where to find resources and initiatives within the ACR…
Weathering the Cytokine Storm: Macrophage Activation Syndrome in Adults & Children
Peter Nigrovic, MD, provides a practical guide to the diagnosis & treatment of macrophage activation syndrome (MAS) in children & adults.