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Within Our Reach–Funded Research May Hold Key to Unlocking the CNS and Suppressing RA

Staff | November 1, 2009

Studies recently published in Arthritis & Rheumatism show that a key chemical produced by the central nervous system (CNS) decreases inflammation and suppresses production of proteins known to play a role in rheumatoid arthritis (RA). This opens the way for developing a novel class of drugs that mimic this effect of the CNS on RA.

Coding Corner Question

Staff | October 1, 2009

October’s Coding Challenge

Coding Corner Question

Staff | September 1, 2009

September’s Coding Challenge

The Journey Home

Elizabeth Le, MD | July 1, 2009

Volunteering offered an opportunity to help in the present and revisit the past

Tailor the Message for Arthritis Self-Care

Gretchen Henkel | July 1, 2009

Delving into patients’ perceptions of self-management activities

Drug Updates

Michele B. Kaufman, PharmD, BCGP | July 1, 2009

Information on New Approvals and Medication Safety

Diagnosis: Myopathy

Edward C. Smith, MD, and Dwight D. Koeberl, MD, PhD | July 1, 2009

Presentation and evaluation of metabolic causes

We Are All in This Together

Leslie Crofford, MD | June 1, 2009

While rheumatologists in private practice face daily concerns regarding reimbursements and certifications, the Research and Education Foundation (REF) is working behind the scenes to help improve patients’ lives. Through its balanced core awards and grants portfolio, the REF supports education, training, and career development for the future academic workforce.

Vasculitis

Gary S. Hoffman, MD | June 1, 2009

A New perspective on when and how it begins

Reading Rheum

Eric Schned, MD; Michael M. Ward, MD | April 1, 2009

Handpicked Reviews of Contemporary Literature