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The Evaluation and Management of Osteoporosis
13 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, our expert guest challenges a common assumption by explaining why the T-score—despite being central to osteoporosis diagnosis—is ...
Degos Disease
16 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we explore malignant atrophic papulosis—also known as Degos disease—an extraordinarily rare microvascular disorder so uncommon th...
Partnering With Your Pharmacist
02 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Once the prescription is written, pharmacists like Katherine McCarthy step in—often becoming the steady guide patients rely on throughout their hea...
Cognitive Dysfunction in Inflammatory Arthritis
18 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This episode explores the evolving intersection of rheumatology and cognitive science, beginning with what initially drew researchers to investigate c...
Assessing and Addressing Grief and Depression Utilizing Lifestyle Medicine
29 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we explore what happens when clinicians look beyond the prescription pad and begin listening more deeply to what their patients have ...
Therapeutic Advances in CPPD
27 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we shine a light on Calcium Pyrophosphate Deposition Disease (CPPD)—a condition that has been hiding in plain sight for decades. De...
RheumCode
25 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we explore RheumCode, a groundbreaking new initiative from the American College of Rheumatology (ACR) designed to build a common digi...
Get Ready for ACR Convergence 2025
21 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to ACR Convergence 2025 in Chicago! Here, Dr. Hausmann delivers a quick update on what our podcasts will cover while the meeting is in session...
The Benefits of RhMSUS Certification
07 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode, we dive into the ins and outs of the rheumatology musculoskeletal ultrasound certification process—what it takes to log 150 ...
ACR Convergence 2025 Preview
23 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we preview ACR Convergence 2025 in Chicago this October with Dr. Greg Gardner, Chair of the Annual Meeting Planning Committee (AMPC)....
RDAM 2025 – Rheum Moves!
09 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In recognition of Rheumatic Disease Awareness Month this September, this episode explores the critical yet often underutilized role of exercise in th...
2025 Guideline Summary for the Treatment of Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
26 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It's been over two decades since the American College of Rheumatology (ACR) last released comprehensive treatment guidelines for systemic lupus erythe...
Patient Support Groups
12 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we're joined by Karen Durrant, founder of the Autoinflammatory Alliance, who shares her powerful journey from a determined parent see...
Juvenile Dermatomyositis
29 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we're joined by myositis expert Dr. Brian Feldman to explore Juvenile Dermatomyositis (JDM). We cover its clinical presentation, key ...
Therapies for Sjögren's Disease
15 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we're joined by Dr. Dana DiRenzo to explore groundbreaking developments in the treatment of Sjögren's Disease. For the first time, t...
From Fellowship to Private Practice
01 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we take the leap from the structured world of rheumatology fellowship into the dynamic, often unpredictable landscape of private prac...
Behçet's Disease
17 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we examine Behcet's Disease—a rare, multisystem inflammatory disorder that continues to challenge traditional frameworks of autoimm...
Advocacy in Action: 2025 Progress Report
03 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we deliver a critical update on the rapidly evolving legislative landscape impacting rheumatology. We explore the intense policy batt...
Chronic Pain in Spondyloarthritis: Differentiating Active Disease From Fibromyalgia
20 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we examine the evaluation of pain in patients with chronic inflammatory arthritis, with particular attention to spondyloarthritis and...
Use of GLP-1 in Rheumatology
06 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This episode explores the evolving role of GLP-1 agonists in rheumatology, highlighting their potential to influence weight, inflammation, and overall...
The Role of AI in Rheum's Workforce Challenges
22 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we dive into the evolving role of AI in rheumatology—exploring how it's already reshaping workflows, enhancing diagnostic accuracy,...
Emerging Therapies for IgG4-Related Disease
08 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we dive into the complexities of IgG4-Related Disease (IgG4-RD), a mysterious and multi-organ condition that continues to challenge b...
Diabetic Myonecrosis
25 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we dive into a fascinating and often overlooked aspect of rheumatology: complications from diabetes that can mimic rheumatic diseases...
The Year in Preview
11 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we dive into the cutting-edge advancements presented by Dr. Christopher T. Ritchlin at Convergence 2024, where he shed light on the p...
Vagus Nerve Stimulation
25 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we explore a potential paradigm shift in the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis. For years, pharmacologic interventions have been the ...
Caring for Older Adults in Rheumatology
11 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we explore the unique challenges and considerations in treating older adults, focusing on the need for a different approach to care ...
How to Become a Physician-Writer
28 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you're a healthcare provider or a storytelling enthusiast, you'll enjoy this episode featuring Dr. Jason Liebowitz. A practicing rheumatologist and...
The Year Ahead for ACR & ARP
14 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Happy New Year, Dear Listener! We're back for 2025 and have with us Dr. Carol Langford, President of The American College of Rheumatology (ACR) and D...
Deficiency of Adenosine Deaminase 2 (DADA 2)
17 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Pui Y. Lee, a pediatric rheumatologist, leading researcher and clinician, joins us today to lend his insights on Deficiency of Adenosine Deaminase...
Campaigning for Rheumatology in An Election Year Legislative & Policy Update
03 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As 2024 ends, the ACR's Government Affairs Committee looks ahead to the 119th Congress to address key issues in rheumatology. For our second annual le...
ACR Convergence 2024: Updated ACR Lupus Nephritis Guideline
19 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We are proud to present the highly anticipated "ACR 2024 Lupus Nephritis Guideline" with First Author and frequent guest, Dr. Lisa R. Sammaritano. A ...
ACR Convergence 2024: Emerging Threats in Rheumatology
17 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As we continue to highlight sessions from Convergence 2024, we came upon this talk we think you should not miss: Emerging Threats in Rheumatology: Chr...
ACR Convergence 2024: Harnessing the Power of AI
15 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Can Artificial Intelligence (AI) ever replace the clinician or the researcher? Today, we explore the promises and pitfalls of this transformative tec...
Clinical Challenges in ANCA Associated Vasculitis
05 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
When should we choose rituximab over cyclophosphamide? What role can avacopan play as an adjunct therapy? When is plasma exchange a viable option? Ho...
Sjögren's Disease
22 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Sara McCoy, rheumatologist and Sjögren's specialist, a "Sjögrensologist", joins us this week for an in-depth look at Sjögren's Disease. We addr...
ACR Convergence 2024 Preview
08 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Our annual preview episode for Convergence is here, and we have AMPC (Annual Meeting Planning Committee) Chair, Dr. Greg Gardner as our guest! Dr. Gar...
Insights into Inborn Errors of Immunity (IEI)
24 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What are Inborn Errors of Immunity (IEI) and what should be done if you suspect them? Dr. Bharat Kumar, clinical rheumatologist and allergy immunologi...
Rheumatic Disease Awareness Month: The Importance of Self-Management
10 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week, the ACR is kicking off Rheumatic Disease Awareness Month (RDAM), and we've got Dr. Shah who introduces the concept of self-management, whic...
How Should We Navigate Moral Dilemmas in Rheumatology?
27 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As physicians, ethical challenges are a certainty for us. Some can be spotted easily and avoided, but what do we do when the choices are not obvious, ...
Psoriatic Arthritis
13 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Master rheumatologist, Dr. Philip J. Mease, joins us for a deep dive into psoriatic arthritis (PsA). Dr. Mease explains how to diagnose PsA in patient...
The Evolution of Rheumatology
30 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
To know where you're going, you need to understand where you've been. This week, we asked Adam J. Brown, MD, the host of the Rheumination's podcast, t...
Partnering with Your Physical Therapist
16 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week, we explore what the field of physical therapy can offer to our patient's care plan. We examine the role of the physical therapist for our p...
AI in Rheumatology
02 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Is there a future for AI (Artificial Intelligence) in Rheumatology? Technologies such as Chat GPT and Google's Gemini are already reshaping the landsc...
Theory & Application of CAR-T Therapy
18 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
By now, you likely have heard about CAR-T Cell therapy, but what exactly is it? Today, we dive headlong into this topic with Dr. Max Konig. We cover h...
Lyme Arthritis
04 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Internationally renowned Lyme Disease clinician and researcher, Dr. Allen Steere, joins us for a discussion on Lyme Arthritis. Dr. Steere explains the...
Lung Disease in Systemic Sclerosis
21 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Expert researcher and clinician, Dr. Elana Bernstein, is our guest this week as we dive into lung disease brought on by Systemic Sclerosis (SS). We di...
Ultrasound Use in Rheumatology
07 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Dr. Hausmann takes on Ultrasound in Rheumatology, exploring its use in the field and diagnosing diseases such as Inflammatory Arthritis, Cr...
Practicing Pediatric Rheumatology in Southeast Asia
23 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join us this week as Jon meets with a truly influential woman in the medical field, Dr. Elizabeth Ang, being one of the first pediatric rheumatologist...
Managing Osteoporosis
09 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Bone health may not be first on the mind when discussing rheumatology, however, Dr. Marcy Bolster believes it plays a vital role in caring for 'the wh...
Immune Related Adverse Events of Checkpoint Inhibitors
26 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
When a patient is diagnosed with cancer, treatments that force the immune system into overdrive are given in hopes that it will recognize the cancer a...
State-of-the-Art Clinical Symposium (SOTA) Preview
12 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
April is just around the corner, and so is 2024's State-of-the-Art Clinical Symposium (SOTA)! This week, we welcome Dr. Sobia Hassan, Chair of the SOT...
The Rheumatology Access Expansion Initiative
27 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join us this week for an insightful and encouraging discussion with Drs. Mandal and Grant, the founders of The Rheumatology Access Expansion Initiativ...
Partnering with Your Occupational Therapist
13 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Kicking off a new series in conjunction with ARP, we're spending time with professionals in the field of rheumatology that can, and do, much for our p...
Placebos: Their Effects and Why They Work
30 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If there was ever any evidence for the depth of complexity within our own brains, look no further than the placebos and their effects. Both a help and...
IgG4-Related Disease
16 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join us this week for an in-depth discussion on IgG4-Related Disease with one of the premiere researchers in the field, Dr. John Stone. On this episod...
The Clinical Year in Preview
19 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
As the year winds down and a new year is about to begin, looking back sometimes forces us to look ahead. Last month's Convergence 2023 offered an oppo...
New ACR GIOP Guidelines with Dr. Mary Beth Humphrey
05 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Hausmann interviews the first author of the 2022 American College of Rheumatology Guideline for the Prevention and Treatment of Glucocorticoid-Ind...
ACoA: Recruiting, Retaining and Sustaining the Rheumatology Workforce
15 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We are LIVE from the San Diego Convention Center with Dr. Snow, Dr. Bulbin, and Dr. Phillips, fresh from their presentation at Convergence 2023 regard...
ACoA: The Daily Round Up - November 14 2023
15 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Hausmann, MD interviews our Convergence attendees on the floor of the San Diego Convention Center! Here's your Daily Round Up for Sunday, November...
ACoA: The Daily Round Up - November 13 2023
14 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Hausmann, MD interviews our Convergence attendees on the floor of the San Diego Convention Center! Here's your Daily Round Up for Sunday, November...
ACoA: Rethinking APS with the Guidance of New Classification Criteria
14 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Award-winning researcher, Dr. Doruk Erkan joins us today with newly published classification criteria for Antiphospholipid Syndrome (APS). Dr. Erk...
ACoA: Advocacy Year in Review
13 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We welcome Dr. Christina Downey back onto our show, this time LIVE from Convergence 2023! You may remember Dr. Downey from Episode 46: Empathy and Wel...
ACoA: The Daily Round Up - November 12 2023
13 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Hausmann, MD interviews our Convergence attendees on the floor of the San Diego Convention Center! Here's your Daily Round Up for Sunday, November...
ACoA: ACR Guidelines: Interstitial Lung Disease (ILD)
12 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The weekend of Convergence 2023 continues! Dr. Sindhu Johnson presented the new 2023 ACR Interstitial Lung Disease Guidelines (which can be found here...
ACoA: Thrombotic Microangiopathy
11 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to "ACR Convergence on Air" (ACoA)! Our daily coverage of ACR Convergence 2023! First up: what is thrombotic microangiopathy (TMA) and what is...
Convergence 2023 Sneak Peek
07 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
ACR Convergence 2023 begins this Saturday! Dr. Hausmann gets on the mic for this short preview to unveil all of the exciting new things you'll hear, a...
65. Importance of Patient Organizations
24 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Your patients are seeing you regularly, and things are going well. What else could they possibly need? In this week's episode, we discussed the suppor...
64. ACR Convergence 2023 Preview
10 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
ACR Convergence 2023 is very nearly here, and with it only being a few weeks away, it's also time for our annual preview episode! What's new this year...
63. Revisiting Advocacy in Rheumatology
26 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Most may find the topic of advocacy to be uninteresting or too big to tackle with such busy schedules. However, our guests this week, Dr. Belinda Birn...
62. Joining a Practice
12 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Congratulations, you've completed your rheumatology fellowship! Armed with the knowledge, skills and passion for treating complex rheumatic disease yo...
61. Funding Through the Rheumatology Research Foundation
29 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
No matter what stage of your career you're in, the Rheumatology Research Foundation can help and support your research endeavors. This week, we disc...
60. Ophthalmology for the Rheumatologist
15 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Our eyes: reflections of the soul, can say more than lips without need of translation and give us a glimpse into stories only a journey can record. Ou...
59. Healthcare Disparities in Rheumatology
01 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode, we've invited Dr. Irene Blanco, MD, MS, to the show for a discussion regarding healthcare disparities. What are healthcare dis...
58. Patient Participation in Research
18 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Health research methodologist and clinical epidemiologist, Dr. Emily Sirotich, PhD is our guest this week who sheds light on a growing paradigm shift ...
57. Sarcoidosis
04 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Sarcoidosis: What is it? Why does it occur? Are there any potential environmental triggers? Our guest, Dr. Adam Morgenthau, sheds light on these and m...
56. How Environmental Factors Can Impact Patient Care
20 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week, we invited Dr. Paul Dellaripa to discuss why patients and providers should be concerned regarding increases in heat, pollution, and allerge...
55. Macrophage Activation Syndrome
06 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week we've invited Dr. Lauren Henderson of Boston Children's Hospital to discuss what Macrophage Activation Syndrome (MAS) is, how to diagnose it...
54. Relapsing Polychondritis (RP)
23 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join us this week for a very special episode, that is just as much a personal story as it is an educational discussion. Dr. Jon Hausmann discusses a v...
53. Calcium Pyrophosphate Deposition (CPPD)
09 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Calcium Pyrophosphate Deposition (CPPD) - is one of the most common inflammatory arthritis in the world, and yet, it doesn't receive the recognitio...
52. ACR Workforce Solutions
25 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week we discuss a pressing issue facing healthcare in the United States: The shortage of rheumatologists nationwide. With millions of American s...
51. Gout
11 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Gout, despite being one of the most well-known and recognizable rheumatic diseases, still has large populations of people struggling with its manageme...
50. In Practice: Tech Solutions
28 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Founder of Attune Health and Associate Clinical Professor of Medicine at The David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA, Dr. Swamy Venuturupalli is our g...
49. Improving Rheumatic Care Globally
14 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
"Rheumatology For All" is an organization with a global mission: To increase access to rheumatology care in under-resourced regions. They aim to creat...
48. Biosimilars
28 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week we discuss what a biosimilar is, why they're causing such controversy and why they've taken seven years, since the FDA approved Amgevita, to...
47. Autoinflammatory Disease
14 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week, we have the distinct privilege to interview Dr. Dan Kaster, "The Father of Autio inflammatory Diseases". His discoveries have taught us a g...
46. Empathy and Wellness
31 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week, our guest is Assoc. Prof. Of Medicine in Rheumatology at Loma Linda Univ. And board certified from the American Board of Lifestyle Medicine...
45. Expert Tips on Funding Your Research
17 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we take a deep dive into the life of a researcher. We've invited Dr. Jeffrey Sparks to share with us how he ended up as an R01 inde...
44. Reflecting on ACR Convergence 2022
13 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Dr. Alfred Kim joins Dr. Hausmann for a reflective episode, highlighting memorable moments and key learning takeaways from ACR Convergenc...
43. Insights Into Private Practice
06 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Join us this week as we welcome American College of Rheumatology Master, Dr. Herbert S. Baraf who is the founder and, up until his retirement this ye...
42. Navigating from Pediatric to Adult Care
22 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week we invited Dr. Stacy Ardoin, pediatric and adult rheumatologist, to discuss all the challenges of ushering children into adult care and (mor...
41. Hot Off the Press at ACR Convergence 2022
12 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to ACR Convergence 2022! Today, Dr. Vicki Shanmugam (host of ACR Journals on Air) joins Jon to tackle three, pivotal trials, that will be pr...
Sneak Peek of "Hot Off the Press at ACR Convergence"
08 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
ACR Convergence 2022 is almost here, and with that, new trials, new medications and new results. We're preparing a very HOT episode for you, to be rel...
40. ACR Convergence 2022 Preview
25 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Excited for ACR Convergence 2022? So are we! This week Jon catches up with AMPC Chair, Dr. Sharon Kolasinski! It's been two years since we've gathered...
39. The Science Behind Reprocessing Pain
11 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we discuss how pain syndromes occur, what's happening in the brain, how to diagnose and explain these syndromes in our patients and (m...
38. Revisiting the Great Debate JAKs vs TNFs
27 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
During "The Great Debate" at ACR Convergence 2020, the question: "Should JAK inhibitors be started before TNF inhibitors in people with rheumatoid art...
37. Expert Insights on Treating Spondyloarthritis
13 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today, we've invited a clinical expert of spondyloarthritis, Dr. Maureen Dubreuil. In this episode, Dr. Dubreuil discusses how she evaluates and treat...
36. Hot Topics – Spring & Summer 2022 Edition
30 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week's episode is another installment of our popular "Hot Topics" series, where we discuss "must read" studies recently published in one of ACR's...
35. Guideline for Vaccinations in Patients with Rheumatic and Musculoskeletal Diseases
16 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode, we discuss the "ACR's 2022 Guideline Summary for Vaccinations in Patients with Rheumatic and Musculoskeletal Diseases" with le...
34. Responding to and Dealing with Implicit Bias as a Healthcare Provider
02 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today we're talking about implicit bias with Dr Arin Reeves. What bias is, how it permeates our lives, how it can negatively impact our workforce, and...
33. B-Cell Depleting Therapies and COVID-19
19 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week we welcome Dr. Alfred Kim to our show as we discuss B-Cell depleting therapies and how patients on these drugs may be more susceptible to CO...