“I was first introduced to involvement in rheumatology with Dr. Kam Nola, who deservingly won last year’s ARP Distinguished Educator Award. I was then introduced to Dr. Anna Patrick, with whom I have been conducting research in juvenile idiopathic arthritis ( JIA) for the last two years. Through this project we hoped to develop electronic health record algorithms that continue to facilitate research in JIA. It is highly rewarding to see our work further recognized and appreciated through this award,” she adds.
“Although I currently am undecided about plans for after residency and specialization, I hope that involvement in rheumatology, whether through practice, research or volunteering, is in my future,” Dr. Peterson says.
Patrice Fusillo is a writer and editor based in Oakland, Calif.
