ACR Convergence 2023 offers so much more than scientific sessions. If you have a special interest in a topic, this is the place to be. Consider these opportunities:
Lab Tests Open Meeting
Sunday, Nov. 12, 10–11 a.m. PST
Location: Sapphire E Room, Hilton San Diego Bayfront
Attendees interested in laboratory testing issues are invited to network and share opinions and concerns about lab tests. Topics may include lab standards, insurance challenges and access, reimbursement, regulations and policies, and other clinical lab issues. Views shared at this meeting will help inform the ACR’s policies and approaches related to lab tests. If you would like to speak at this meeting, please send your name and a one-sentence description of the topic to [email protected].
Hot Topics: Mix and Mingle
Sunday, Nov. 12, 3–4 p.m. PST
Location: Business of Rheumatology Networking Lounge, Sails Pavilion, San Diego Convention Center
Following the highly anticipated session Making the Clinic a One-Stop Shop: In-Office Dispensing (IOD), join us for an informal discussion about important issues and trends affecting the clinical practice of rheumatology. IOD is arguably one of the most intriguing topics for rheumatologists in independent practice, and this is an opportunity to engage with colleagues to discuss this and other hot topics in clinical practice and management.
Rheumatology Private Practice Group Meet & Greet
Monday, Nov. 13, 10–11 a.m. PST
Location: Business of Rheumatology Lounge, Sails Pavilion, San Diego Convention Center
Rheumatologists interested in hearing more about private practice rheumatology are invited to join Karleen Su, MD, founder of RPPG, a social media-based group of more than 900 rheumatologists and fellows in training with an interest in private practice, and all members of RPPG for a meet and greet. Connect in person with those you’ve met online and look forward to great conversation and making lasting connections.
Get to Know Your Advocacy Teams
Monday, Nov. 13, 2–3 p.m. PST
Location: Business of Rheumatology Lounge, Sails Pavilion, San Diego Convention Center
Did you know the rheumatology community’s many advocacy-focused organizations collaborate for an effective voice for rheumatology? Join your colleagues to meet the groups that collectively make up the voice of rheumatology, addressing federal, state and regulatory issues affecting you and your patients.
Academic Rheumatology Education Interest Group
Monday, Nov. 13, 3–4 p.m. PST
Location: Workforce and Education Networking Lounge, Sails Pavilion, San Diego Convention Center
This event will introduce community and private practice physicians who may have an interest in teaching to rheumatology training program faculty. Community and private practice physicians, allied health professionals and trainees are invited to meet education leaders in academic rheumatology and explore opportunities for partnering in education and discuss career pathways to academics.
Women in Rheumatology Group Networking
Tuesday, Nov. 14, 10–11 a.m. PST
Location: Business of Rheumatology Lounge, Sails Pavilion, San Diego Convention Center
This social media-based group founded by Reshma Khan, MD is composed of women rheumatologists and fellows in training and has provided a platform for women rheumatologists to support each other, share clinical insights and connect with each other. Come reconnect with old colleagues and meet new ones.
Policy Solutions to Practice Problems: Meet with Your ACR Advocacy Team
Tuesday, Nov. 14, 3–4 p.m. PST
Location: Business of Rheumatology Lounge, Sails Pavilion, San Diego Convention Center
Join the ACR’s advocacy team and volunteer leaders to discuss your current practice challenges and policy solutions. You will also learn how the ACR advocates for members and patients on those issues affecting you and about opportunities to get involved in advocacy committees, as well as how you can advocate at the federal and state level. Your path to becoming a leader in rheumatology advocacy begins here.
