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ACR Report Outlines Reasonable Use of Ultrasound in Rheumatology

Kathy Holliman | November 1, 2012

The American College of Rheumatology’s (ACR) “Report on Reasonable Use of Musculoskeletal Ultrasonography in Rheumatology Clinical Practice” addresses using the technology in the context of an overall clinical evaluation

President’s Perspective: Big Questions, Bent Forks, and New Names

James O'Dell, MD | November 1, 2012

The ACR year in review

The ACR/ARHP Annual Meeting Provides Look Back at History of Rheumatology

Simon M. Helfgott, MD | November 1, 2012

The annual meeting of the American College of Rheumatology and Association of Rheumatology Health Professionals’ (ACR/ARHP) provide an opportunity to rewind through the history of rheumatology, and spotlight the speciality’s future

The ACR Research and Education Foundation Strengthens Its Mission With New Name, Tagline

Kimberly Retzlaff | November 1, 2012

The American College of Rheumatology’s Research and Education Foundation (REF) has renamed itself “The Rheumatology Research Foundation: Advancing treatment, Finding cures,” as part of an overall branding strategy for the ever-growing fundraising branch of the ACR that better defines its mission and goals

Rheumatology Professionals and Patient Advocates Take Their Stories to Capitol Hill

Staff | November 1, 2012

This year’s Advocates for Arthritis conference was the American College of Rheumatology’s largest and most successful fly-in to date

Integrate a Marketing Plan to Boost Your Rheumatology Practice

Staff | November 1, 2012

With today’s challenging economy, the need to market is vital for every medical practice—new or established, small or large

What Rheumatologists Should Look for in Diagnosing SAPHO Syndrome

Richard Brasington, MD | November 1, 2012

SAPHO syndrome (synovitis, acne, pustulosis, hyperostosis, and osteitis) is an obscure condition that can vex patients and clinicians

Healthcare Professionals Find Benefits in Specialized Rheumatology Training Course

Ann Kepler | November 1, 2012

Enhanced caregiver-patient interactions, patient evaluations, patient education, and practice productivity are considered positive outcomes of the American College of Rheumatology’s (ACR) Advanced Rheumatology Course (ARC)

As Population Ages, Rheumatologists Prepare to Treat Elderly Patients with More Comorbidities

Vanessa Caceres | November 1, 2012

Cardiovascular disease, diabetes are among the conditions that add another layer of complexity in treating older rheumatology patients

Practicing in Rural Settings Offers Slower Pace, Personal Satisfaction for Many Rheumatologists

Kurt Ullman | November 1, 2012

Outside of urban areas, rheumatologists enjoy better quality of life, but fewer professional interactions