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Rheumatologist Marc C. Hochberg, MD, MPH, Advances Epidemiology Through Collaborative Ties

Gretchen Henkel | May 1, 2014

Accomplished physician noted for research in gout, osteoarthritis etiology; characterizing therapeutic responsiveness in disease states; inspiring teamwork among rheumatologists

U.S. Bone and Joint Initiative Summit Examines Quality of Patient-Centered Musculoskeletal Care

Kurt Ullman | May 1, 2014

Physicians discuss definition, implementation of best clinical practices for patient care at multidisciplinary meeting last November

Paleopathology Uses Patients from the Past to Investigate Today’s Diseases

Bruce Rothschild, MD | February 1, 2014

Evidence of disease in prehistoric skeletons can provide clues to early characteristics of rheumatoid arthritis, calcium pyrophosphate deposition disease, and other joint disorders

Tips for Rheumatologists to Prevent, Alleviate Back Pain in Patients with Rheumatic Disease

Kimberly Retzlaff | November 1, 2013

A multidisciplinary approach that incorporates an exercise program, physical therapy, and ways to maintain good posture and a healthy weight can help patients find relief

Veteran Rheumatologist Takes Expedition Medicine Trip to Rural Nepal

Steven S. Overman, MD, MPH | October 1, 2013

Steven S. Overman, MD, MPH, shares medical knowledge, supplies, and clinical practice expertise with locals in rewarding visit to Nepal’s Upper Mustang region

Rheumatology Drug Updates

Michele D. Kaufman, PharmD, BSc, RPh | September 1, 2013

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

Why I Advocate for Arthritis: A Patient’s Perspective

Rev. Anthony J. Hillelson | August 1, 2013

Reverend Anthony J. Hillelson, who has rheumatoid arthritis, on why he lobbies Congress to support rheumatic disease research funding

ACR 2013 State-of-the-Art Clinical Symposium: What’s Next in Therapy for Osteoarthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis, and Lupus?

Kathy Holliman | August 1, 2013

Experts highlight treatment advances and challenges ahead in OA, RA, and systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE)

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