Articles tagged with "Education"

Building on Accomplishments

E. William St.Clair, MD | December 1, 2009

As I assume the presidency of the REF, I reflect on the accomplishments of the organization over the past two years, and I wish to thank my immediate predecessor, Leslie J. Crofford, MD, for her tremendous leadership. The achievements of the REF during her term have been truly impressive.

A Preceptorship Comes Full Circle

Staff | December 1, 2009

Ephraim P. Engleman, MD, has spent his career drawing attention to the field of rheumatology. Widely regarded as one of the founders of the modern practice of rheumatology, this 98-year-old director of the Rosalind Russell Medical Research Center for Arthritis at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF), is still working hard at promoting the field.

Experiencing EULAR: An ARHP Perspective

Pamela J. Degotardi, PhD | November 1, 2009

I’m writing this column in my hotel room in rainy, somewhat chilly, Copenhagen. So much for the summer dresses that I packed in preparation for attending this European League Against Rheumatism (EULAR) meeting. Instead it’s been all about layering and trying to stay dry, dodging puddles, and struggling with blown-out umbrellas. The rain has impeded any desire to explore Tivoli gardens, but it hasn’t dampened the friendliness and welcome of our European counterparts in EULAR’s Allied Health Professionals (AHP) standing committee.

Rheumatology Guy

Staff | October 1, 2009

Sung to the Tune of “American Pie”

ARHP News: A Year of Achievements

Pamela J. Degotardi, PhD | October 1, 2009

What an incredible journey this past year has been for the ARHP. We have made amazing progress in education, collaboration, and chartering the ARHP’s future.

Building a Sustainable Foundation

Leslie J. Crofford, MD | September 1, 2009

A look back at my time serving the ACR and the REF

New Annual Scientific Meeting Registration and Syllabi Initiatives

Staff | September 1, 2009

Each year, the ACR solicits feedback from annual meeting attendees. This feedback isn’t just stored in a file somewhere; it is reviewed and action is taken as a part of the ACR’s commitment to providing a quality educational experience at every annual meeting.