Annual Advances in the Diagnosis and Treatment of the Rheumatic Diseases 2014

Now in its 10th year, this two-day symposium has been planned for the providers who care for patients with rheumatic disease. Given the wide variety of rheumatologic disorders, and an ever-increasing number of diagnostic procedures and treatment options, it is necessary to provide clinicians with information about strategies for the early diagnosis of these conditions, novel state-of-the-art diagnostic tools, and opportunities to utilize the most effective treatments to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

Who Should Attend
This activity is intended for rheumatologists, internists, gerontologists, orthopedic surgeons, nurses and other allied health professionals involved in the care of patients with rheumatic diseases.

Objectives
After attending this activity, the participant will demonstrate the ability to:
• Discuss treatment strategies in systemic lupus erythematosus.
• Review uses and techniques in ultrasound for rheumatic diseases.
• Discuss the use of current and emergent biologic agents in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis.
• Discuss current treatment in the management of osteoporosis.
• Identify viral and infectious considerations in patients treated with biologics.
• Appraise current management approaches in the diagnosis and treatment of spondyloarthropathies, including PsA.
• Recognize otolaryngologic issues associated with rheumatic diseases.
• Review treatment strategies in the rheumatic patient with pulmonary complications.