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Volunteering Is Informative—and Fun

Alfred E. Denio, MD | June 10, 2012

A former ACR board of directors member chronicles his interpretation of the activities of the board over the past three years, highlighting issues that are likely on the minds of ACR members.

ACR Musculoskeletal Ultrasound Education

Staff | June 10, 2012

The ACR created the Musculoskeletal Ultrasound Course for Rheumatologists with Interventional Cadaver Workshop—Intermediate specifically for rheumatologists who are using musculoskeletal ultrasound in their practice and are ready to expand their skills.

Orthotics Part of Arthritis Treatment

Kurt Ullman | June 10, 2012

Although no cure, assistive devices can have an impact on pain of arthritis in the lower extremities

Tech Talk: Apps Put More Rheumatology Information at Fingertips

Thomas R. Collins | June 10, 2012

With more and more mobile devices and apps coming onto the market, more and more information is available to rheumatologists on the go.

Tech Talk: Tapping Computer Power to Promote Physical Therapy

Thomas R. Collins | May 9, 2012

Physical therapy for rheumatoid arthritis patients is crucial to treating their disease. A group of researchers is trying to harness the power of computer technology to make physical therapy something that patients look forward to.

What’s In A Note?: The Use of Electronic Health Records

Simon M. Helfgott, MD | May 9, 2012

The dictum “to write as long as possible” has become the norm for some physicians. Quality, not quantity, should be our goal.

Appealing an Audit

Staff | May 9, 2012

If you are prepared for an audit, your medical practice will run more smoothly from both a financial and personnel standpoint.

A Rheumatologic Perspective on Intimacy and Chronic Illness

Iris Zink, BSN, MSN, NP | May 9, 2012

Sexual dysfunction is frequently one of the first manifestations of physical illness, but is often not inquired about on routine reviews of systems.

Drug Updates: Citalopram hydrobromide, Statins, and More

Michele B. Kaufman, PharmD, BCGP | May 8, 2012

Information on new approvals and medication safety

New Osteoarthritis Recommendations and Classification Criteria for Sjögren’s Syndrome and Polymyalgia Rheumatica

Kathy Holliman | April 6, 2012

The ACR has published three documents intended to provide clarity and consensus on management of osteoarthritis, classification criteria for Sjögren’s syndrome, and classification criteria for polymyalgia rheumatica. The documents, which represent the most current clinical evidence, research, and expert panel input and review, can help inform clinical practice and provide clearer target populations for future research.