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Lessons Learned from a Patient with Rheumatoid Arthritis

Sarah Troxell, RN, BSN | June 1, 2014

Sarah Troxell, RN, BSN, imparts what she’s learned about RA and medication management, assembling a team of health professionals and battling other health issues

New Treatments Needed to Prevent Fractures in Osteoporosis

Ellen M. Field, MD, FACR, CCD | June 1, 2014

Current therapies target pathways of bone remodeling, but rheumatologists say a better understanding of the mechanisms of bone resorption, formation is needed to make an impact

2013 ACR/ARHP Annual Meeting: Clues to Predictors of Autoimmune Disease Revealed

Susan Bernstein | February 1, 2014

New research clarifies signs of rheumatoid arthritis and systemic lupus erythematosus years in advance and could lead to presymptomatic treatment intervention

Coding Corner Question: February

Staff | February 1, 2014

Test your coding knowledge for an evaluation and management visit by a patient with rheumatoid arthritis and osteoporosis who is starting a tumor necrosis factor inhibitor

What Diet to Recommend to Patients with Rheumatoid Arthritis?

Vanessa Caceres | November 1, 2013

With no clear-cut, evidence-based dietary guidelines for RA, rheumatologists should advocate for a balanced diet to help patients reduce their risk of obesity, cardiovascular disease, and osteoporosis

The Dietitian’s Role in Managing Rheumatology Patients

Sotiria Everett, EdD, RD, CDN, CSSD | November 1, 2013

How dietary experts can help a multidisciplinary healthcare team by educating patients on nutrition and their health

EULAR 2013: Researchers Expand Targets for PsA, OA Therapy

Thomas R. Collins | September 1, 2013

Experts discuss insights in the pathogenesis of psoriatic arthritis and the role of subchondral bone in osteoarthritis

Innovative ARHP Program to be Featured at the ACR/ARHP Annual Meeting

Afton L. Hassett, PsyD | July 1, 2013

Highlights include compelling keynote speakers, an immunology bootcamp and an integrated poster session.

California Rheumatology Alliance 2013 Meeting: Rheumatologists Advised to Drop Prednisone Maintenance Therapy in Lupus Patients

Stephanie Cajigal | July 1, 2013

A systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) disease expert emphasizes benefits of hydroxychloroquine, burst of steroid treatments

Rheumatology Drug Updates

Michele B. Kaufman, PharmD, BCGP | July 1, 2013

Information on new approvals and medication safety that rheumatologists need to know