Rheumatologist
Pulmonary hypertension and the rheumatologist, part 1: A bit of background
In this series, we dive into what rheumatologists should know about pulmonary hypertension, starting an interview with Joseph Parambil, MD, where we learn about the disease, when to suspect and how to work up!
Academic rheumatologists generate $12.14 in revenue for every $1 they receive
Academic rheumatologists generate $12.14 in downstream revenue for their health system for every $1 they receive for office visits, according to data published in Arthritis Care & Research.
Hooked on Rheum with Kenneth Saag, MD
As an undergrad, I studied bioengineering. When I started studying medicine, I found that the musculoskeletal system had the most in connection with my biomechanics interests. That is what initially attracted me to consider rheumatology, orthopedics and physical medicine and rehabilitation.
Hooked on Rheum with Deborah Dyett Desir, MD
How I became a rheumatologist is kind of an odd story.
Most rheumatologists say COVID-19 pandemic exposed mental health as 'key unmet need'
In a recent survey of rheumatologists, 83% reported that the COVID-19 pandemic has revealed mental health support as a “key unmet need” among their patients, according to a report published by Cardinal Health.
ACR praises bipartisan letter urging US House leaders to avert impending 'Medicare cliff'
A bipartisan group of 247 members of Congress have signed a letter urging their own leadership to address several looming Medicare cuts that would reduce reimbursements to providers by nearly 10% starting next year.
Hooked on Rheum with Norman B. Gaylis, MD
I grew up in South Africa, and my late father was a well-known general practitioner. I used to go along with him on house calls and that was my first hook in medicine, per se. I was drawn into it — and maybe that was his intention.
Red Alert: Rheumatologists across US consumed by 'high-spread' red as COVID-19 surges
There is not a single rheumatologist currently practicing in a U.S. county with low or even moderate COVID-19 spread, as defined by the CDC.
Health care providers urged to create 'culturally safe medical home' for patients
Understanding the parameters of bias, race and racism is critical to creating an environment in which patients of all backgrounds feel comfortable, according to the keynote speaker at the 2021 Rheumatology Nurses Society annual conference.
Collaboration between rheumatologists, primary care reduces delay in axial SpA diagnosis
Partnerships between rheumatologists and specially trained advanced practice providers in primary care can reduce diagnostic delay and shorten wait times in axial spondyloarthritis, according to data published in Arthritis Care & Research.