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Rheuminations: Epigenetics May Help to Explain Why Some Get Rheumatic Disease

Simon M. Helfgott, MD | March 1, 2013

Recent research around genes and environmental stresses suggests outside influences can make lasting changes to the genome via epigenetic mechanisms

In Memoriam: Rheumatology Loses Dedicated Pediatric Rheumatologist

Staff | March 1, 2013

Suzanne L. Bowyer, MD served as chief of the division of rheumatology at the Riley Hospital for Children in Indianapolis and director of the fellowship program from 2003 until 2012

Blue Ribbon Panel on Academic Rheumatology Publishes Final Report

Staff | March 1, 2013

Report offers recommendations to address critical issues with training, practice, and research

Practice Page: Education and Training in Medical Coding, Billing, and Audit Regulations Is Essential for Healthcare Providers

Staff | March 1, 2013

The ACR provides a one-day educational coding course to help rheumatology services stay up to date with rules and guidelines

The ARHP Honors Health Professionals for their Contributions to Rheumatology

Richard Quinn | February 1, 2013

The ARHP recognized individuals for their work in advancing rheumatology research, education, and patient care at the organizations’ annual meeting in Washington, D.C. last November

With a Five-Point Plan and New Name, the Rheumatology Research Foundation Continues to Advance the Field of Rheumatology

Audrey B. Uknis, MD and David I. Daikh, MD, PhD | February 1, 2013

Supporting research and education in rheumatology is the core mission of the American College of Rheumatology’s (ACR) Rheumatology Research Foundation

What Mick Jagger Can Teach Us About Growing Old Gracefully

Simon M. Helfgott, MD | February 1, 2013

Preventive lifestyle behaviors, including regular exercise, can compress morbidity and disability to the very end of our lives, say rheumatologists

Letter: Consider the Bent Fork

Calvin R. Brown Jr., MD | February 1, 2013

As rheumatologists, when people ask us about wearing the bent fork lapel pin, we have the opportunity to educate the public about the Simple Tasks Campaign and the value of rheumatology

The ACR Offers Clinical and Basic Science Education for Rheumatologists in Snowmass, Colo.

Staff | January 2, 2013

Courses featured in the Winter Rheumatology Symposium include didactic sessions and interactive opportunities with experts in basic science, clinical investigation, and management of patients with rheumatic diseases

Get Ready for the Rheumatology Maintenance of Certification Exam

From the College | January 2, 2013

The Rheumatology Maintenance of Certification Course is designed to help physicians increase their knowledge about the diagnosis, management, and treatment of rheumatic diseases