Within the ACR’s Special Committee on Pediatric Rheumatology, members are working together to advance pediatric rheumatology care in several ways. Committee members are working to refine a pediatric-to-adult care transition toolkit to help young patients with rheumatic diseases transition into adult care.
They are also creating new online patient fact sheets to post on the ACR’s website for pediatric rheumatologists to share with patients and families.
Sharing a Personal Passion for Treating Pediatric Patients
The same enthusiasm Dr. Mehta shares in connecting his colleagues shines through in his dedication to pediatric patients at CHOP.
“Early in my residency I was inspired by several young patients I remember vividly when working to diagnose their rheumatic disease. I was fascinated by the power of bringing together patient history, exam and lab work to diagnose what had been an unknown illness,” Dr. Mehta shares. “Coming into the profession as biologics were evolving was an exciting time, [giving me the ability] to change these children’s lives with treatment that offers them the chance to experience and enjoy their childhood.”
Through his practice and research, Dr. Mehta continues to understand the complexities and nuances of pediatric rheumatology to improve the lives of his young patients.
When Dr. Mehta is not caring for his patients and advocating for pediatric rheumatologists, he’s spending time with his family, including his 6-year-old daughter and 2-year-old son, and exploring all that Philadelphia has to offer.
Additional Resources
Learn about pediatric rheumatologist mentoring support through the ACR/CARRA Mentoring Interest Group for Pediatric Rheumatologists (AMIGO) program.
Carina Stanton is a freelance science journalist based in Denver.
