THE OFFICIAL NEWS SOURCE OF ACR CONVERGENCE 2022 • NOVEMBER 10-14
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Draft of new clinical guidelines for GCA, TAK, PAN presented at Annual Meeting
The new guidelines include both “strong” recommendations, which are generally supported by moderate or high-quality evidence, and “conditional” recommendations, which are generally supported by lower-quality evidence. READ MORE
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Lupus needs more treatment options, better trial designs
Although lupus survival has improved throughout the years, presenters in the Monday session Lupus Treatment: B Cells, Interferon & More emphasized that a serious need remains for new treatments and better trial designs. READ MORE
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Plenary II showcases six of the Annual Meeting’s top abstracts
Showcasing cutting-edge rheumatology research from around the world, six of the top abstracts submitted for this year’s Annual Meeting were presented during Monday’s Plenary II session. READ MORE
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FDA provides updates on new drug approvals, indications, and safety issues
The FDA approved the first treatment for pediatric patients with lupus, among other products and drugs for new indications and populations, and made several important safety updates in 2019, which were reviewed during an Annual Meeting session on Monday. READ MORE
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Innovation will be required to address expected rheumatology workforce shortage
It’s a time of exciting new treatment discoveries and improved patient outcomes, but it should come as no surprise to rheumatologists that adult rheumatology workforce projections look grim. READ MORE
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Multidisciplinary management of OA needs to improve
Evidence-based treatment guidelines for OA inform clinicians about proper management of this common chronic condition, but studies show those recommendations aren’t being implemented effectively in real-world clinical settings. READ MORE
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With some careful consideration, you can do social media like a true medical professional
Social media use — and misuse — continues to increase, so a Monday morning session at the ACR/ARP Annual Meeting focused on how medical professionals can successfully navigate the digital world. READ MORE
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Visualization of autoimmune targets takes big leap forward
There is growing recognition that key events in autoimmune disease onset and amplification occur in lymphoid and target tissues affected by the disease process, and a Tuesday morning session will feature state of-the-art data on novel investigative approaches. READ MORE
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EHR systems may require training, optimization to fully maximize benefits
Electronic documentation was designed to streamline practices and save clinicians time and money. If the system used in your practice isn’t, then Tuesday’s Business Administration session How to Make the EMR Work for You may be able to provide some practical tips and tricks. READ MORE
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Telehealth provides easier access, but not without jumping through a few hoops
According to data published in Arthritis & Rheumatology, and a recent ACR workforce analysis highlighting a lack of rheumatology care in rural areas, the need for telehealth access may be greater than ever. READ MORE