Although two decades have ticked by, rheumatologist Michael Lockshin, MD, MACR, still remembers the enlightening nature of many conversations he had with his curious and persistent patient Barbara Volcker, the wife of former U.S. Federal Reserve Chairman Paul Volcker. “The conversations we had at that time led to the mission of the Barbara Volcker Center,”…
Education is a vital component of what the ACR provides to rheumatology professionals around the world, and the ACR’s commitment to continually expand options to access the latest science and medical education is critical to all involved in the specialty. This dedication is reflected in the ACR’s new mission, vision and brand promise, all of…
On Nov. 5, more than 100 students and residents gathered for the Rheumatology Research Foundation’s Student and Resident Experience at the ACR/ARHP Annual Meeting in San Diego. As part of the Foundation’s work to increase the number of rheumatology professionals in the U.S., the event is designed to increase excitement in the field. Attendees enjoyed…
In a world where some information is good, more information is better and information overload is a way of life, Carole Dodge, BS, OTR, CHT—a practicing occupational therapist at the University of Michigan—considers the ARHP her professional block and tackle. “ARHP helps me sift through a lot of information and get it to a digestible…
The Rheumatology Research Foundation and the ACR are committed to advancing the future of rheumatology to support patients living with rheumatic diseases. These organizations are focused on addressing one of the most critical issues facing patients and rheumatology today—the growing shortage of rheumatology professionals. The ACR’s 2015 Workforce Study revealed the dire need for support…
Rheumatology is facing a clinician shortage, so attracting the right candidate for your practice may require an aggressive strategy, from recruiting right out of fellowship programs to offering student loan repayment and flexible work schedules…
In addition to outstanding educational sessions, the 2017 ACR/ARHP Annual Meeting offers an opportunity to make connections and build relationships…
Apply your skills, interests and ideas to enhance the ACR’s Continuing Assessment Review Evaluation (CARE) program. Designed for self-study at an individual’s own pace, the CARE modules provide questions on a wide range of rheumatology clinical practice topics, allowing rheumatologists to review fundamental concepts and learn important new advances in the field. Serving as a…
Questions that come to mind when you are specialized within a subspecialty: How can I build a network of peers? Where can I find resources and tools that apply to me? Do organizations exist that can provide me with opportunities for growth and leadership? As a pediatric nurse practitioner in rheumatology at Nationwide Children’s Hospital…
The 2017 ACR/ARHP Annual Meeting will be in San Diego, Nov. 3–8. Here is a taste of what this unique and fun city offers attendees…