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Rheumatology Influencers: Dr. Hirsh Advocates for Physicians & Patients

Linda Childers  |  Issue: October 2025  |  October 8, 2025

Dr. Hirsh says he’s inspired to volunteer by watching his peers lead by example. Their dedication to advocacy motivates him to contribute his time and energy to be part of the solution.

He encourages fellow rheumatologists to get involved by donating to specialty organizations, joining their state medical and rheumatology associations, and being involved with the ACR.

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“My proudest accomplishment is seeing people I’ve recruited thrive and carve out their own roles in advocacy,” Dr. Hirsh says. “It’s so important that we get the next generation of doctors involved in this work.”


Linda Childers is a health writer located in the San Francisco Bay Area.

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