More than 10 years ago, New York Times journalist Thomas Friedman opined an old-world perspective that the world is, in fact, flat. In an article published on April 3, 2005, Mr. Friedman contended that “Individuals must, and can, now ask: Where do I fit into the global competition and opportunities of the day, and how…
For rheumatologists, research is important, but some clinical trials may not be worth collaborating on. In a recent interview, Hermine Brunner, MD, MSc, MBA, FACR, outlined important considerations to make when deciding to participate in a clinical trial to ensure a good fit…
Although close collaboration with a variety of specialists outside of rheumatology is important, you could make the case for rheumatologists and pulmonologists having to work together even more closely. If lung symptoms are severe and not under control, the results could be fatal. However, the question sometimes is when to refer—even when there are not…
Tips to establish collaborative patient care models with your PAs, NPs
Bees’ natural instinct to promote health of whole colony could inspire healthcare professionals to work together toward common good
Information technology an overarching theme of this year’s work
ACR, European League Against Rheumatism, other groups, to work together creating disease criteria and response sets, patient management guidelines
Accomplished physician noted for research in gout, osteoarthritis etiology; characterizing therapeutic responsiveness in disease states; inspiring teamwork among rheumatologists