Three bills centering reintroduced in the 119th Congress would ease educational debt burden, increase placement access for visa holders and support the mental health of current healthcare workers.
The Transition from a Rheumatology Fellowship to Private Practice
The transition from being a rheumatology fellow to being in private practice is significant. As I reflect on the past two years, I want to share my observations and begin a conversation about how to prepare rheumatology fellows for careers as practicing rheumatologists. The difference between learning about rheumatology and practicing rheumatology is nuanced. Upon…
Getting to Know Natasha Ruth, MD, MS: New Division Directors Committee Chair
In her latest volunteer role with the ACR, Natasha Ruth, MD, MS, shares her plans for the Division Directors Committee and how she’s equipped to achieve these goals.
2025 Calendar of Rheumatology Events
State rheumatology society meetings and other conferences provide continuing medical education, networking and collaboration opportunities. Check this year’s calendar for rheumatology events near you.
Ekemini A. Ogbu, MD, MSc, FAAP, Leads the Pediatric Rheumatology Committee
The new chair of the ACR’s Pediatric Rheumatology Committee, Ekemini A. Ogbu, MD, MSc, FAAP, describes how helping children and families navigate complex care brings a sense of fulfillment, purpose and “just joy.”
Answering the Call: Anisha Dua, MD, MPH, Looks Ahead to New Role on Committee on Training
Building on her experiences in her practice and through the ACR, this rheumatology leader and educator is eager to advance the work of the COT.
Answering the Call: Anisha Dua, MD, MPH, Looks Ahead to New Role as Committee on Training Chair
Building on her experiences in her practice and through the ACR, this rheumatology leader and educator is eager to advance the work of the COT.
New Committee Chair Wants to Connect ACR Members Through Education
As new chair of the Committee on Education, Marcy Bolster, MD, wants to foster opportunities for rheumatologists and other specialists to connect through education.
2024 Rheumatology Fellowship Match Day Results
Match Day Results Highlight Continued Interest in Adult Rheumatology & Sharp Declines in Pediatric Rheumatology The ACR applauds another successful recruitment season for rheumatology and welcomes an impressive pool of applicants to the specialty. Ninety-nine percent of adult rheumatology positions were filled for the 2024 appointment year as part of the National Resident Matching Program…
A View from Abroad: The ACR Research Exchange Program
The most recent ACR/APLAR Research Exchange Program gave participants an opportunity to visit Singapore, learn from international research presentations and create connections with colleagues they may never otherwise have met.