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Award Recipient Advances Rheumatology Education with e-Learning Tools

Staff | April 1, 2013

With a grant from the ACR’s Rheumatology Research Foundation, Christopher Collins, MD, is supplying e-learning tools for use in rheumatology education

Why Oral Corticosteroids Should Not be Used in Patients with Rheumatoid Arthritis

Anthony S. Russell, MA, MB, BCHIR | April 1, 2013

Steroid use in patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) has been linked to higher mortality rates, greater rate of infections, more cases of pneumonia, and serious gastrointestinal events

ACR/ARHP Annual Meeting 2012: New Insights into Bone Erosion and Formation Heighten Prospects for Therapies

Thomas R. Collins | April 1, 2013

Studies look at how the balance between osteoclast-mediated bone resorption and osteoblast mediated bone formation is undermined in people with arthritic conditions

Negotiating Tips for Careers in Private Practice, Academia, and Industry

Mary Beth Nierengarten | March 29, 2013

Rheumatologists need to be aware of the fine art of negotiating contracts when seeking employment. Here are some tips.

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

Why Universal Access to Healthcare Isn’t a Constitutional Right, It’s Just Plain Fair

Richard Brasington, MD | March 1, 2013

One rheumatologist forms his opinion on the topic while fly fishing on rivers in Missouri

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

ACR Adopts Strategic Plan to Advance Rheumatology

Staff | March 1, 2013

Recommendations in the areas of healthcare economics, rheumatology practice, and research are included in the ACR’s strategic plan for 2013 – 2016

Five Quick Ways To Make a Difference in Rheumatology Through Advocacy

Staff | March 1, 2013

The ACR’s online advocacy page has position statements and work plans on issues affecting rheumatology, and offers ways to get involved

ACR/ARHP Annual Meeting 2012: Physicians Search for Ways to Improve Clinical Outcomes for Total Knee Replacements (TKR)

Staff | March 1, 2013

Widely variable results for people post-TKR procedures have prompted doctors to develop a standardized approach to rehabilitation care