Some rheumatologists in private practice are fortunate enough to have office managers who handle the business side of medicine for them. However, the truth is that it is the physician who is the leader of his or her practice, not the office manager. If nothing else, the physician is the one who manages the office manager.
A Workforce for the Future
The ACR is working hard to meet tomorrow’s needs
Rheum to Learn
The ARHP’s new NP/PA rheumatology training program will provide a boost to the workforce
Pediatric BOOST
Many innovative programs aim to meet the increasing need for pediatric rheumatologists
REF Fellowship Training Award Expanded
Workforce training should be at the forefront of every rheumatologist’s mind. The release of the 2006 Rheumatology Workforce Study, commissioned by the ACR, confirms that the current shortage of rheumatologists will continue to increase, affecting current and future patient care.
Avert Rheum’s Coming Crisis
We must build our foundation from within
New ACR Strategic Plan Approved
On May 11, the ACR leadership approved a revised strategic plan for 2007–2009 that will guide the College’s work and determine the path the organization will take. The plan has a direct effect on the way the organization serves its members because ACR committees develop and implement programs and services based on the priorities it outlines.
Make Education A Priority
All rheumatologists need to train and support the specialty’s next generation
ACR Rheumatology Workforce Study Results Online
Results from the 2005–2006 ACR Rheumatology Workforce Study are now available online, and the state of the workforce—and its future—is clearer than ever. The purpose of the study was to better understand the factors affecting rheumatologist supply and demand.
Clinician Call to Action
Use teamwork, screening, and scheduling to improve efficiency—and patient care