The Rheumatologist

Other specialties, such as oncology, benefit from dispensing medication directly from their medical practices, but what about rheumatology? Experts discussed […]

In this episode, Dr. Kumar talks about overcoming a mindless habit. The post Soda Pop or a <em>Mindful</em> Approach to

A post-hoc analysis of data from two clinical trials showed that nano-encapsulated sirolimus with pegylated-adricase (NASP) may be effective for

Based on data from multiple clinical trials, the FDA has approved obinutuzumab for the treatment of adults with lupus nephritis

Dr. Sam Shapiro writes about her recovery from total hip arthroplasty, detailing what “recovering well with no post-operative complications” really

As it becomes increasingly difficult for private practice physicians to remain independent & physicians are burning out, Shawn Baca, MD,

Every year, the ACR conducts a case-based image competition. Images are submitted for peer review. The winning images are displayed

Because back pain is a chronic condition for many patients, rheumatologists are urged to increase their understanding of the common

A study identifies ultrasound as a safe, accessible & cost-effective alternative for longitudinal aortic surveillance in patients with GCA. The

The Foundation’s new president shares his vision for research funding, fellowship training & securing the future of the rheumatology workforce

Explore a rheumatologist’s journey to break a soda habit & how it reshaped his clinical approach to patient counseling, craving

A small study shows baricitinib effectively treats refractory Takayasu arteritis & allows for glucocorticoid reduction with no serious adverse events

This synopsis of research into rheumatoid arthritis highlights key areas presented at ACR Convergence 2025, including strategies to delay or

Every year, the ACR conducts a case-based image competition. Images are submitted for peer review. The winning images are displayed

A recently published study shows that inflammatory disease begins well before synovitis is seen on exam; a better understanding of

Following a five-year term as editor in chief of Arthritis Care & Research (AC&R), Kelli Allen, PhD, is beginning another

With funding support from the CDC, in this ACR initiative, rheumatology fellows in training deliver lupus education sessions to medical

The recently released PREDMETH study results indicate that methotrexate can be considered a real alternative to prednisone for patients with

Alan. H. Mallace, MD, FACR, looks back at a half-century of practicing rheumatology & looks ahead to what the future

Dr. Kumar links a traffic-jammed drive to healthcare challenges, exploring privilege, advocacy & resilience in this Rheuminations essay. The post

VEXAS is a recently identified rare genetic disorder associated with somatic mutations in the UBA1 gene. Given the variability in

Long-term use of corticosteroids is associated with numerous adverse effects, particularly in children, but guidance is lacking on how to

In the ACR Convergence 2025 session, Great Debate: Ultrasound vs. Temporal Artery Biopsy in Giant Cell Arteritis, two vasculitis experts

Research demonstrating the effectiveness of subcutaneous anifrolumab-fnia as an auto-injector in patients with active systemic lupus erythematosus is the basis

Review expert strategies & clinical pearls for managing SLE & lupus nephritis. Get therapeutic updates from the ACR’s 2025 Review

Explore the latest lupus nephritis advances in this supplement, covering CAR-T therapy, obinutuzumab data & new diagnostic tools. The post

Aydemir et al. examined the relationship between disease activity in rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and pain regulatory mechanisms of the central