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Welcome New ACR and ARHP Leaders

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The ACR is pleased to continue its welcome of the newest members of the ACR board of directors and ARHP executive committee. These new members were confirmed last November during the ACR/ARHP Annual Scientific Meeting in Chicago. In the December 2011 “From the College,” we introduced you to several new members (“Welcome New ACR and ARHP Leaders,”). In this issue, you will meet the rest of the new members joining the leadership ranks and learn what they want to gain from their experience as new board and executive committee members.

Practice Page: Building Your Referral Pool

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Building relationships with your referring physician pool and their staff should increase the number of quality referrals you receive. Rheumatologists and health professionals should personally introduce themselves to referring doctors in the community. Networking and increasing involvement within the community also builds your reputation and markets your services. Existing patients play a significant role because word of mouth is a powerful tool for referrals to your practice.

Help Patients Help Themselves

Kathleen Louden  |  

Learn motivational interviewing and cognitive behavioral tools that can guide patients to improve their health

A Productive Year Ahead

James R. O'Dell, MD  |  

Rheumatologists face challenges and unique opportunities in the coming year

A Walk in the Windy City

David S. Pisetsky, MD, PhD  |  

A final column full of many thanks and a few parting thoughts