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The Voice of Rheumatology: The Most Important Rheumatology Coalition You’ve Never Heard Of

Joseph Cantrell, JD  |  

A Final Word

The work and success of the VOR coalition are critical to advancing the practice of rheumatology and ensuring patients have access to the care they need. Having clear and open lines of communication between organizations is vital to ensuring that we are all on the same page and are working efficiently toward common goals. Rheumatology is a relatively small community when compared to other medical specialties. The type of collaboration facilitated by the VOR allows us to have an impact much larger than our size. The ACR is committed to its work with the VOR and is excited about where this partnership will take the rheumatology community in the future.

Joseph Cantrell, JD, is the director of state affairs and community relations for the ACR.

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