New studies reveal predictors for avoidable RA hospitalizations, PsA transition in psoriasis & the impact of neighborhood on childhood lupus.
Abatacept Shows Promise for Some Myositis Patients
Injected abatacept may be a worthwhile treatment for certain patients with idiopathic inflammatory myositis (IIM), according to recent research.1 Patients with the rare autoimmune conditions involving inflammation of muscle (myositis) and other organ systems suffer widespread organ dysfunction, increased morbidity, physical disabilities and early death. Symptoms vary by subtype. For example, dermatomyositis (DM) involves muscle…
Clinical Research & Practice with AC&R Editor-in-Chief Dr. Kelli Allen
Arthritis Care & Research (AC&R), a peer-reviewed journal published monthly, comprises original research, review articles and editorials that “move clinical research and practice forward in a meaningful way,” according to AC&R Editor-in-Chief Kelli D. Allen, PhD. That includes research on evidence-based practice; clinical problems; practice guidelines; educational, social, and public health issues; health economics and…
3 AC&R Study Summaries: Maternal Health & SLE, Pregnancy Outcomes & Coordinated Ophthalmic & Rheumatologic Care
Maternal Health Insights in Patients with SLE The impact of pregnancy readiness on lupus activity, maternal mental health & pregnancy outcomes By Ceshae Harding, MD, & Megan Clowse, MD, MPH Why was this study done? Patients with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) who are pregnant have increased risks of risks maternal and fetal mortality, preeclampsia and…
A World View: The ACR Global Research Exchange Program Promotes Mentorship & Long-Term Collaboration in Rheumatology
2023 marks the post-pandemic return of research exchanges hosted by the ACR & EULAR to benefit junior academic rheumatologists & rheumatology professionals.
Trailblazers in Rheumatology
We were sad to learn that Rodanthi C. Kitridou, MD, MACR, passed away July 6, 2023, after a long illness. Dr. Kitridou was the longtime director of clinical rheumatology at at LAC/USC Medical Center in Los Angeles.
Recent Research: Study Summaries from Arthritis Care & Research
Lupus & Perinatal Outcomes Adverse perinatal outcomes before & after diagnosis with systemic lupus erythematosus among African American Women By Meghan Angley, PhD, & S. Sam Lim, MD Why was this study done? Previous studies have suggested that women with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) may experience adverse perinatal outcomes, including preterm and small-for-gestational-age birth, in…
New Editor Looks to Strengthen AC&R’s Connections to Clinical Care
Kelli Allen, PhD, believes strongly in the mission of AC&R, and as the journal’s new editor in chief, it’s now in her hands to carry that mission forward. Dr. Allen assumed the role on July 1, following the decade-long tenure of Dr. Hannan. “Everyone has been very generous with their time and the managing editors…
ACR Named a Top Atlanta Workplace for 2nd Consecutive Year
In a designation based on employee opinion, the ACR has been named one of the top places to work in Atlanta for the second year in a row. The honor is “a testament to the supportive and enthusiastic environment that we foster,” says ACR Executive Vice President Mark Andrejeski…
Electronic Health Record Documentation Guidelines
The operations management team in healthcare practices is expected to have an effective coding compliance program in place that is continually evaluated and reevaluated. To accurately assess the program’s effectiveness, several outcome indicators must be measured, including error rates in the provider’s documentation and the electronic health record (EHR). Due to increased scrutiny by the…
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