Rheum4Science - Pathogenesis of Rheumatoid Arthritis

Rheum4Science - Pathogenesis of Rheumatoid Arthritis is organized by American College of Rheumatology (ACR).

Start Date: Friday, October 9, 2020, 12:00 AM
End Date: Sunday, June 30, 2024, 11:55 PM

Description:
Rheumatologists need a solid understanding of the immune system in order to understand the pathology of rheumatic diseases and drug mechanisms of action. The creation of Rheum4Science grew out of the conviction that the teaching of science is declining in rheumatology. Rheum4Science is designed to teach the underlying biology and clinical research methodology necessary for the knowledgeable practice of rheumatology. This basic and clinical science curriculum is designed as a series of online case-based activities that can be used by trainees or practitioners working independently or with a faculty mentor.

Learning Objectives:
Upon completion of this activity, participants should be able to do the following:
• Identify the immune components of preclinical rheumatoid arthritis (RA)
• Describe how preclinical RA becomes a clinical disease
• Recognize problems with the model
• Discuss implications for treatment of RA