Vanessa Caceres is a freelance medical writer and editor based in Florida. She has a BA in journalism and psychology and a Master's degree in teaching English as a second language/bilingual education. She writes regularly for ophthalmology and rheumatology physician publications, as well as other specialties.
A new study questions whether acetaminophen is a risk-free pain reliever for patients aged 65 and older, including those with osteoarthritis (OA). Although acetaminophen is often touted as an alternative to non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), such as ibuprofen, a population-based cohort study found it carried an increased risk of peptic ulcers, bleeding and other side…
Disease detection, access to care and remote patient monitoring are just a few areas in which AI is expected to aid rheumatology, but there will still be room for the human touch.
Rheumatologists must do some detective work into a patient’s signs and symptoms when considering a psoriatic arthritis diagnosis, according to Philip J. Mease, MD, MACR
As new chair of the Committee on Education, Marcy Bolster, MD, wants to foster opportunities for rheumatologists and other specialists to connect through education.
Dr. Jonas has long sought bold and innovative approaches to workforce challenges in rheumatology. As new chair of the Workforce Solutions Committee, she aims to increase the role of advanced practice providers in rheumatology practices and reduce wait times for specialty care.
The Rheumatology Access Expansion Initiative helps meet the needs of patients with rheumatoid arthritis in an underserved community in the U.S.
Occupational therapist Cheryl Crow, who lives with rheumatoid arthritis, shares the ins and outs of what OT is and how it can help those with rheumatic conditions.
Dr. Arthur Grayzel leaves behind a legacy of care as a parent, teacher, researcher & clinician.
“He cared when no one else did. He not only took the time to figure out what was wrong but listened to what I had to say no matter how crazy I may have sounded. Dr. Templin is a rare type of doctor—he’s the type that clearly loves his career and patients to the core,”…
Sessions on the use of AI to aid documentation and on hiring advanced practice providers could help your rheumatology practice save time and money.