The organization is supporting multiple bills and initiatives to protect and expand rheumatology care in the state.
Planning Travel to State Rheumatology Conferences
Much more than just CME, state society meetings offer a way to expand your professional network, explore what other states are working on and even build in some leisure time or family activities.
Why You Should Attend State Rheumatology Society Meetings
State rheumatology society meetings provide many opportunities and benefits for rheumatology professionals, including networking and collaboration opportunities, skill enhancement, regulatory updates and leadership development.
Tennessee Rheumatology Society: Keeping Pace with State Growth
The Tennessee Rheumatology Society is helping rheumatology professionals in the state keep pace with a rapidly growing population by supporting both current practitioners and fellows in the state’s two rheumatology fellowship programs.
Rheumatology Association of Iowa Supports Members & Advocates for Patients
One of the newer state rheumatology organizations, the Rheumatology Association of Iowa, brings together rheumatology professionals, offering connections to fill rural care needs and advocate for policies that support patient care. The organization’s 9th annual meeting will be Feb. 24–25.
Maryland Society for Rheumatic Diseases Prepares for New Meeting Format, Eyes Advocacy Opportunities
The society is helping Maryland rheumatologists navigate the state’s unique healthcare financing model, which sets statewide rates for all insurers for any service provided at hospitals.
ACR President, Affiliate Society Council Hold First Town Hall
In late August, leaders of state and local rheumatology societies from across the nation connected with each other and with ACR president Ken Saag, MD, in a roundtable-style meeting. State and local rheumatology leaders shared local updates, successes and challenges and discussed ACR initiatives.
California Rheumatology Alliance Keeps Patients, Providers at the Fore
Throughout the pandemic, the CRA has continued to support rheumatology workforce development initiatives and advocate for state legislation to ensure patient access to rheumatology care. It recently welcomed members back to an in-person conference after a two-year hiatus.
North Carolina Rheumatology Association Looks to the Future
With more than 100 members, including rheumatologists, physician assistants and nurse practitioners, the NCRA is a dynamic, member-owned organization.
COVID-19 Vaccination for Immunosuppressed Patients: From Guidance to Advocacy
State-level wins that ensure immunosuppressed patients can access COVID-19 vaccination show the power of coordinated efforts by volunteer leaders, staff and members to translate the ACR’s work into actionable public policy recommendations, then amplify those messages through member engagement.