Josef S. Smolen, MD, led the way for outcomes measures and a scientifically based training program
A Day in the Life of David Wolfe, MD
David Wolfe, MD, knows how politics can affect rheumatology. As part of the Washington, D.C.–based practice Arthritis and Rheumatism Associates, he is right next door to the movers and shakers who decide everything from insurance costs to how much reimbursement might be expected for bone density scans. But he’s a bit of a mover and shaker himself. Making partner while still in his 30s, Dr. Wolfe is young enough to understand the importance of changes but old enough to realize these suggestions must be made with passion tempered with patience. “If you’re in a position where you’re given a voice, you should use it,” he says. “The strength of our practice when you make partner is being a full voting member so you have an equal stake. Older members don’t always think of new ways of doing things procedurally, but you have to be patient with them and appreciate their experience.”
Rheumatologists in the Spotlight
Four rheumatology researchers receive prestigious awards for their work
Life Lessons and Career Empowerment
Since he was a high-school freshman, Nathan Faulkner has known he was going to pursue a career in medicine. Trauma to his left eye sparked his interest in the anatomy and physiology of the eye, and he originally considered a career in ophthalmology.
Rheumatology’s Mentor
Halsted R. Holman, MD, couples a stellar career with a knack for helping others achieve their potential
Glimpse the Future
Incoming ACR and ARHP presidents tell you what to expect in 2008
To Measure is to Know
Piet van Riel, MD, PhD, shepherd of RA improvement criteria
A Day in the Life of Marilee Philips, RN
Marilee K. Phillips, RN, is a little out of breath and losing her voice. She’ll excuse herself several times as we talk to clear her throat, but she won’t ask to reschedule. She doesn’t want to say it, but there’s probably no other time to do this interview. In fact, she managed to squeeze it in just before a nursing meeting she’ll have to race to. In the circus of rheumatology, she’s the juggler.
Rheumatology Two for Two
A pair of rheumatologists among this year’s NAS inductees
The Peripatetitc Theodore Pincus, MD
Tireless champion for patient self-report