Chat Rheum

Many patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) do not have their disease adequately controlled, and only a minority achieve consistent remission. A team-based approach to RA care brings together the skills and knowledge of all team members, but it requires a high level of communication and cooperation. The rheumatology community recognizes the value of patient-provider shared decision making (SDM), but it does not happen routinely.

• October 24, 2018, Chicago, Illinois
• 90-minute, interactive live workshop
• Concise didactic presentations, SDM demonstration and role play, interaction using iPads®, patient engagement practice strategy exercise, and decision aid
• Multi-professional faculty panel discussion
• Delivered in conjunction with the 2018 American College of Rheumatology/Association of Rheumatology Health Professionals Annual Meeting

Increase the ability of rheumatologists to provide patient-centered
care to patients with RA that addresses patient needs, is consistent with clinical practice guidelines, and leads to optimal therapeutic outcomes.