Dr. Arthur Grayzel leaves behind a legacy of care as a parent, teacher, researcher & clinician.
In Memoriam: Remembering Dr. David Templin
“He cared when no one else did. He not only took the time to figure out what was wrong but listened to what I had to say no matter how crazy I may have sounded. Dr. Templin is a rare type of doctor—he’s the type that clearly loves his career and patients to the core,”…
In Memoriam … Sheldon Mark Cooper, MD, MACR
Sheldon Mark Cooper, MD, MACR, professor of medicine, and a colleague and mentor throughout my career at the University of Vermont, Burlington, passed away June 6, after a long illness. Dr. Cooper was born in The Bronx, New York, in 1942, earning his medical degree from New York University School of Medicine in 1967. He…
In Memoriam … Debashish Danda, MBBS, MD, DM, FRCP (1958–2024)
Dedicated to advancing rheumatology education worldwide On Feb. 24, 2024, distinguished professor of medicine and rheumatology Debashish Danda, MBBS, MD, DM, FRCP, was lost to the world following a tragic motor vehicle accident. Dr. Danda was highly respected both in his home country of India and on the international stage for his contributions to advancing…
In Memoriam … Robert James Lloyd Jr., MD, FACP, MACR (1943–2024)
A journey of excellence by a quintessential rheumatologist Robert James Lloyd Jr., MD, FACP, MACR, passed away peacefully on Feb. 4, 2024, at his home in Falls Church, Va. Bob, as he was known to loved ones, was born in Washington, D.C., on Jan. 6, 1943. He grew up in Providence, R.I., where he attended…
In Memoriam: Robert W. Lightfoot Jr., MD
On Nov. 4, 2022, the world lost a learned professor, a dedicated doctor, an inquisitive scientist, an adept clinician and, above all, an epitome of Athena’s representation of Mentor in Homer’s Odyssey. Robert W. Lightfoot Jr., MD, had come a long way. Born in 1937, toward the end of the Great Depression, in Nashville, Tenn.,…
In Memoriam: Remembering Richard Brasington Jr., MD, FACP, MACR
On April 30, 2023, the world lost Richard Brasington Jr., MD, FACP, MACR, an illustrious clinical puzzle master who stopped at nothing to do right by his patients—and to ensure the next generation of rheumatologists would be properly trained. Dr. Brasington, a former associate editor of The Rheumatologist and emeritus professor of medicine at Washington…
An Interview with Dr. Paul Plotz
Editor’s note: Jan. 23, 2024. We have just learned that Dr. Paul Plotz passed away recently following a long illness. Come back soon for additional information. Here, we republish an interview with Dr. Plotz from 2019.
In Memoriam: Rodanthi Kitridou, a Titan of Rheumatology
Dr. Rodanthi Kitridou is fondly remembered by a mentee as a trailblazer and role model.
In Memoriam: The Far-Reaching Legacy of Naomi Rothfield, MD, MACR
A tribute to the life and distinguished career of Naomi Rothfield, MD, MACR.