Experts discussed how aspects of the immune system other than B cells play a role in lupus, including mitochondria in red blood cells, proteins present in urine and more.
The American College of Rheumatology and Wiley are happy to announce that The Rheumatologist has received two APEX Awards of Excellence this year for content published in 2024. Rheuminations, the monthly editorial written by Physician Editor Bharat Kumar, MD, MME, FACP, FAAAAI, RhMSUS, was honored with an Award of Excellence for Writing, Regular Departments &…
ACR Past President Douglas White, MD, PhD, discusses his transition to private practice & the tensions between private practice & academic rheumatologists.
Dr. Christopher Morris discusses his approach to training the next generation of rheumatologists to account for disparities in access to rheumatic care& the value of multidisciplinary medical organizations.
An overview of highlights from the 2025 ECIM meeting, including research on treatment options for systemic sclerosis, the management of PMR & autoimmune testing.
A third-year internal medicine resident describes the impact of attending ACR Convergence & the benefits of participating in the Choose Rheumatology Experience hosted by the Rheumatology Research Foundation.
Jude Al Qaqaa, MD, Vladimir Falb, DO, & Kaitlyn Buzard, DO |
Giant cell arteritis (GCA), is an inflammatory vasculitis that involves large- and mediumsized arteries, most commonly the cranial branches of the carotid artery.1 It is seen in individuals 50 years and older.1 The most typical manifestation is new-onset headache with scalp tenderness and jaw claudication. 2 The most feared complication associated with GCA is permanent…
An American rheumatology fellow explores the differences& similarities between the U.S. & Chinese health systems through a visit toa hospital inHangzhou, China.
Encouraging lawmakers to pass legislation and promote policies that positively affect rheumatologists, rheumatology care teams and those living with rheumatic disease is one of the most impactful ways the ACR advances its mission. The role of advocacy has never been more critical than in recent months, when we have seen an unprecedented number of executive…