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Rheumatology Workforce for the 21st Century

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As rheumatology care evolves into a team-based approach, the workforce is expanding to incorporate advanced practice providers, physical therapists and social workers, all of whom can play vital roles in patient care.

Tackling the Rheumatology Workforce Shortage

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WASHINGTON, D.C.—The workforce shortage in rheumatology is a looming crisis that demands immediate attention. The ACR’s 2015 Workforce Study projected that by 2030, the supply of adult rheumatologists would dwindle by 31%, in contrast to the increase in demand by close to 138%.1 The situation is even worse for pediatric rheumatology and in rural and…

Dual Certification: Med-Peds Rheumatology Is a Small, but Growing, Specialty

Sarah D. Bayefsky, MD  |  

Wondering how best to care for an adult patient with juvenile idiopathic arthritis-associated uveitis or a pediatric patient with early-onset osteoarthritis? Unsure how to manage a 23-year-old with chronic nonbacterial osteomyelitis or an 8-year-old with tophaceous gout due to Lesch-Nyhan syndrome? Ask a Med-Peds rheumatologist. What Is a Med-Peds Rheumatologist? Med-Peds rheumatologists in the U.S….

ACR Delegation to Lead Several Resolutions at June AMA House of Delegates Meeting

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The ACR will lead five other specialty societies on a resolution supporting pediatric specialty care and will co-lead resolutions addressing Medicare Advantage Part B drug coverage, white bagging mandates, state prescription drug affordability boards and impacts of alternative funding programs on access to care.

In Memoriam … Debashish Danda, MBBS, MD, DM, FRCP (1958–2024)

Eric L. Matteson, MD, MPH, & Evelyn Hsieh, MD, PhD  |  

Dedicated to advancing rheumatology education worldwide On Feb. 24, 2024, distinguished professor of medicine and rheumatology Debashish Danda, MBBS, MD, DM, FRCP, was lost to the world following a tragic motor vehicle accident. Dr. Danda was highly respected both in his home country of India and on the international stage for his contributions to advancing…