Pre-Meeting 2025
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Education and Workforce Sessions Offer Insights for an Evolving Labor Landscape
Workforce shortage solutions, advocacy work, and helping Gen Z transition into the rheumatology profession are among the highlights of this targeted programming. Lisa Zickuhr, MD, MHPE, provides a sneak peek at offerings in this track.
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Rheumatologists Worldwide Appreciate ACR Convergence
Rheumatologists from across the globe make the trip to ACR Convergence to expand their knowledge in the field and to network with the array of specialists who attend the annual meeting.
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Global Rheumatology Summit to Mark Five Years of Sharing Practices from Around the World
ACR Global Engagement Committee Chair Eric Matteson, MD, explains how this livestreamed, online-only event will explore technology, cost considerations, and public policy affecting rheumatology; challenging case studies; treatments that rely on traditional medicine; and differences in disease management guidelines from country to country.
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Basic Science Track Curates Timely Discoveries to Examine the Future of Rheumatology Research and Care
Theresa Lu, MD, PhD, gives an advance look into hot topics to be featured in the Basic Science sessions during ACR Convergence 2025, including B cell targets in lupus, neuroimmune mechanisms of pain, and more.
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ARP Sessions Tackle Critical Topics for Diverse, Interdisciplinary Care Teams
Priscilla Calvache, LCSW, details highlights of the ARP/Interprofessional track at ACR Convergence 2025, including insight into alternative treatments for managing rheumatic diseases and the potential of patient- and community-centered healthcare interventions.
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Business of Rheumatology Sessions Provide Non-Medical Skills to Help Practices Thrive
Experts will share their real-world experiences for operating a successful rheumatology practice and keeping current on payment options, electronic medical records, and more. Priya Reddy, MD, FACR, gives an overview of sessions in the track.
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Meet the Professor Sessions Facilitate Small Group Discussion with Experts
This year’s lineup features more than three dozen sessions across 20 topics. Christopher Palma, MD, RhMSUS, explains what to expect from these add-on courses.
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Find Your Community at ACR Convergence
A first-time attendee explains some of the benefits of attending ACR Convergence, including interacting with a diverse cross-section of rheumatology professionals from around the world.
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ACR Convergence Is a Nexus of Rheumatology Research, Education, and Community
ACR President Carol A. Langford, MD, MHS, previews the scientific program and special events at ACR Convergence. She also offers tips for attendees.
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ARP to Celebrate 60th Anniversary at ACR Convergence in Chicago
ARP President Adam Goode, PT, DPT, PhD, shares his excitement about the ARP programming at ACR Convergence during this milestone year.