Exclusive: ACR Convergence 2024| Focus Rheums

An official publication of the ACR and the ARP serving rheumatologists and rheumatology professionals

Case Report: Voriconazole-Induced Periostitis

Amanda Moyer, MD, & Tamiko Katsumoto, MD  |  

In this case report, a patient with voriconazole-induced periostitis exhibits classic symptoms & elevated ALP levels, which quickly resolve following the discontinuation of voriconazole.

Case Report: Amyloid Beta-Related Angiitis of the Central Nervous System

Alexandros Grivas, MD, Nikil Revuri, MD, Aleksandra Karaseva, MD, Basimah AlBalooshy, MD, & Andres M. Ponce, MD  |  

Here, we present a case of inflammatory cerebral amyloid angiopathy, discussing its diverse clinical manifestations, diagnostic challenges in view of recently proposed clinical-radiologic criteria and its management.

The 7 Virtues of Rheumatology We Should Cultivate

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1949 was a momentous year—astronomer Fred Hoyle coined the term Big Bang, the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) was formed, and Rodgers and Hammerstein’s classic musical South Pacific opened on Broadway.1 Much less recognized was the publication of an essay by Richard Asher, FRCP, titled the “Seven Sins of Medicine.”2 Although it’s over 75 years…

Editor's Pick

A Practical Guide to Autoantibody Testing in Rheumatic Diseases

Donald Thomas, MD, FACP, FACR, RhMSUS, & Jason Liebowitz, MD  |  

“ANA’s are some of most commonly ordered tests but what exactly are they and what do you do with a positive ANA? Check out the Editor’s Pick for October to learn more,” says Physician Editor Bharat Kumar, MD, MME, FACP, FAAAAI, RhMSUS.

My Rheumatology Research Workshop 2024 Experience

Ioannis Koulas, MD, MS  |  

The 2024 Rheumatology Research Workshop facilitated educational and relationship-building experiences for early-career and established rheumatology professionals alike. 

Status Check: Non-Compete Agreements in Healthcare

Emily A. Johnson, JD  |  

The FTC issued a Final Rule that banned non-compete agreements, but the rule was recently halted by a nationwide injunction from a federal court in Texas. 

Bringing Lupus into the Light

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With more than 350 research abstracts on systemic lupus erythematosus, lupus nephritis and related conditions accepted for presentation at ACR Convergence 2024, we’re happy to announce that Graciela S. Alarcón, MD, MPH, has accepted the monumental task of reviewing the abstracts and identifying those most likely to make a difference to clinical practice or lead…