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Rheumatology Drug Research Should Focus on Particular Groups of Patients

Deborah Levenson | July 1, 2013

An analysis of risks and benefits of drugs in specific types of patients will help rheumatologists provide better treatment

California Rheumatology Alliance 2013 Meeting: Rheumatologists Advised to Drop Prednisone Maintenance Therapy in Lupus Patients

Stephanie Cajigal | July 1, 2013

A systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) disease expert emphasizes benefits of hydroxychloroquine, burst of steroid treatments

California Rheumatology Alliance 2013 Meeting: Aim for Remission in Rheumatoid Arthritis

Stephanie Cajigal | July 1, 2013

Early diagnosis and aggressive treatment of RA is key, expert says

How to Incorporate a Physician Assistant Into Your Rheumatology Practice

Daniel F. Battafarano, DO | June 1, 2013

Tailor your use of PAs to their strengths in noninflammatory musculoskeletal disease, managing stable patients, performing procedures, and routine new patient consultations

Steroid Injections for Lateral Epicondylalgia Worse than Placebo in Long Term

Jeffrey A. Sparks, MD | May 3, 2013

In a recent study of unilateral lateral epicondylalgia, corticosteroid injection resulted in worse clinical outcomes compared to placebo injection, and there were no significant differences in those who received physical therapy or no physical therapy.

What Adult Rheumatologists Need to Know about Juvenile Arthritis

Peter A. Nigrovic, MD | May 1, 2013

How to recognize distinctions between pediatric and adult arthritis

New Treatment Paradigm Suggested for Osteoarthritis

Catherine Kolonko | May 1, 2013

Multidisciplinary group advocates for healthcare model to identify those at risk of developing OA or who have early stage disease

ACR Seeks Partners for Rheumatoid Arthritis Guideline Project

Staff | May 1, 2013

Individuals and teams invited to help American College of Rheumatology develop new clinical practice guidelines for RA care

Practice Page: Get Involved with the ACR’s Affiliate Society Council

Staff | May 1, 2013

ASC members work with state and local societies to address regional issues affecting rheumatology practices

Legal Updates: What Rheumatologists Should Consider Before Signing with an ACO

Steven M. Harris, Esq. | May 1, 2013

Medicare’s ACO physician exclusivity provisions may preclude participation in more than one accountable care organization