Community practice rheumatology may be a less-followed path within the specialty, and it brings with it certain challenges. However, it also offers rewards, such as autonomy and deep relationships with patients. The Rheumatologist recently interviewed three community practice rheumatologists from around the U.S. to find out about their approaches to patient management, staffing and other…
Developing & Leading a Research Team
Translational research is designed to investigate a particular disease process to achieve an improved outcome for patients. Here are some insights into how to bring together the right people for a research team and keep that team focused…
How Non-Physician Providers Can Help Your Practice
New data shows that both private and public rheumatology practices benefit financially by hiring non-physician providers (NPPs). But when should practices hire NPPs?
When to Add a Rheumatologist to Your Practice
Is a rheumatologist in your practice retiring? Do patients wait a long time for an appointment? Answering yes to these questions could mean it’s time to hire a new rheumatologist. Here are a few other considerations…
5 Considerations to Help Jumpstart Your New Rheumatology Practice
Starting your own rheumatology practice is daunting, and it’s easy to focus on the medical side and neglect the business side of a practice. Here are five important considerations that could help a new practice thrive…
Managing an In-Office Infusion Practice
The increased utilization of infusible biologics for the treatment of rheumatic diseases has opened the door for you to provide more integrated care for your patients. Having an in-office infusion center gives you the ability to deliver this service to your patients in a familiar and supportive setting.
Terminate Staff with Caution
Key principles that will help facilitate terminations that bring cost-effective finality to the employment relationship.