This year, Selena Gomez underwent a kidney transplant as a result of damage from living with lupus. But how can this celebrity story aid rheumatologists? Many see it as an opportunity to raise awareness or create a dialogue with primary care physicians. But for lupus patients, it can be a reminder for them to take control of their own wellbeing, according to rheumatologist Susan Manzi, MD, MPH…
Elderly patients have unique requirements with regard to treatment for pain, rheumatic disease and other ailments. Collaboration between rheumatologists, geriatricians and primary care physicians is essential to avoid unnecessary interventions and improve care for this patient population…
To improve access to quality of care for patients with osteoarthritis and other musculoskeletal pain, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) launched a continuing education program designed to strengthen the musculoskeletal knowledge and skills of primary care providers (PCPs). In the program’s initial trial in 2012, 19 physicians were trained on exams, treatments and joint injections. Two years after course completion, some participants increased the number of intraarticular corticosteroid injections at their clinics without needing to refer patients to specialists…
Better communication and more proactive partnerships between rheumatologists and primary care physicians may help modify CVD risk factors for patients with rheumatoid arthritis
The 2010 ACR fibromyalgia criteria capture the broader clinical picture and help ensure more appropriate diagnosis and management by primary care
Meet the 2025 ARP President’s & Merit Award recipients honored for their significant contributions to rheumatology research, education & patient care.
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.
Pediatric rheumatologic diseases are characterized by high rates of anxiety & depression known to impact health-related outcomes. CARRA and the ACR developed guidance statements to assess & manage mental health concerns for youths in pediatric rheumatology practice.
Dr. Amish Dave discusses how his volunteer, advocacy & public outreach work stem from his greater commitment to community & helping others.
New studies reveal predictors for avoidable RA hospitalizations, PsA transition in psoriasis & the impact of neighborhood on childhood lupus.