The ACR’s resolutions at the Interim HOD meeting, held Nov. 14–18, will address non-compete agreements as well as the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in prior authorization processes.
High-resolution computed tomography shows evidence of ILD.
The ACR/CHEST ILD Guidelines in Practice, a video
In collaboration with the American College of Chest Physicians, the ACR released two new comprehensive guidelines aimed at improving the screening, monitoring, and treatment of patients with interstitial lung disease (ILD) secondary to systemic autoimmune rheumatic diseases (SARDs). Recently, Sindhu R. Johnson, MD, PhD, professor of medicine at the University of Toronto, Canada, director of the Toronto Scleroderma Program and principal investigator for the guideline, and Elana J. Bernstein, MD, MSc, Florence Irving associate professor of medicine in the Division of Rheumatology at Columbia University, New York City, and co-first author, presented a webinar to talk about how the guidelines were developed and present some of the recommendations and their rationale: Watch the recording now!
Rural Health Transformation Program: ACR Recommendations for Expanding Specialty Care Access
The ACR has expert guidance for states applying for the Rural Health Transformation Program, including recommendations on policies designed to improve healthcare delivery, strengthen the workforce and ensure patient access to rheumatology care.
Rheumatology Influencers: Dr. Hirsh Advocates for Physicians & Patients
Dr. Marc Hirsch reflects on a career dedicated to advocating for physicians, providing patient-centered care & advancing medical education.
Study: Reducing Cardiovascular Risks Helps Lupus Patients
Long-term remission & control of CVD risk factors can reduce the risk of atherosclerosis in lupus; triple APL positivity raises the risk of CVD, study finds.
What Clinicians Should Know About Midfoot Osteoarthritis
Midfoot OA experts offer an overview of a common, but under-recognized, form of OA, & discuss quality of life impacts, treatments, clinical evaluation procedures & the critical need for further research.
Insights into Mechanisms of Anti-Inflammatory Response to Exercise
A recent Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences study found that high-intensity aerobic exercise may reduce the release of cell-free DNA & tamp down inflammation over time.
Classification Criteria for Pediatric Chronic Nonbacterial Osteomyelitis Released
New global criteria for pediatric CNO aim to boost research & improve care for this rare autoinflammatory bone disease.
Rheumatology Celebrates Key Milestones
The Association for Rheumatology Professionals (ARP) celebrates 60 years & the Rheumatology Research Foundation marks 40 years of advancing patient care & research.
What Rheumatologists Should Know About B Cell Tolerance & Autoimmunity
A recent Arthritis & Rheumatology review article explores the immune system’s mechanism for creating B cells that respond to diverse pathogens while preserving immune tolerance & highlights key insights for rheumatologists.
Study: Are TNF Inhibitors Safe for Patients with RA-ILD?
Despite anecdotal reports to the contrary, a large observational study concludes that TNF inhibitors, compared with non-TNF biological or targeted synthetic DMARDs, do not cause higher rates of death or respiratory hospitalization in patients with RA-ILD.