Arthritis & Rheumatology of GA

ACTEMRA SHORTAGE https://www.gene.com/media/statements/ps_081621

The latest update: https://rheumnow.com//booster-shots-rheumatology-patients-

Hi everyone! We are aware that the FDA authorized a third dose of the COVID19 vaccine to immunosuppressed individuals. We are still sorting out what that means for you. As of Monday, 8/16, we don't know enough. We are eagerly awaiting the guidance of the American College of Rheumatology and expect that later this week to tell us who counts as "immunosuppressed" and what is needed to get shots. We will publish this in a letter form to you via our portal as well as post it here on our Facebook page and other social media accounts. Stay tuned and thank you for your interest!

We are currently enrolling for a Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA) study. What is Giant Cell Arteritis? Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA), also called temporal arteritis, is a systemic vasculitis, or inflammation,... of your large blood vessels. It can cause swelling and thickening of the temporal artery, symptoms such as headaches, and blood flow problems to the eye, which can lead to loss of vision. Who can participate in this study? To participate, you: Must be at least 50 years of age Have new-onset or relapsing GCA that is active within six weeks of the study start date Have initiated treatment with prednisone (or equivalent) Additional considerations will apply. To find out if you qualify or have questions about the study, please email our staff at [email protected]

A terrific resource for our Lupus patients!

No NSAIDs during pregnancy, but especially after 20 weeks!

Thank you to our Physician Assistants Chloe and Cashelle! Happy PA Week!

Taking Plaquenil (Hydroxychloroquine) will not protect you against COVID if you are exposed.

https://rheumnow.com//nsaids-shows-no-advantage-over-cbt-k

A big thank you to our front desk team who have navigated the challenges of COVID with grace! Thank you for all you do, we couldn't do it without you! And yes those are T-shirts with all FOUR of our physician's faces on them!

A new way to conceptualize COVID-19 to help your decision making. Worth the read!

We are encouraging all of our patients to have a flu vaccine in September! We do not provide them in office, but strongly advise our patients to take this precaution ahead of what will be an unprecedented flu season. You don't want flu + COVID19!

We are enrolling for a Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) study: If you have a diagnosis of adult-onset of RA. -Are male or female patients who are at least 18 years of age ... -If you have moderately to severely active RA with tender and swollen joints, -Are on a stable MTX dose -No current acute or other chronic immunoinflammatory disease If you are interested in getting more information about this interesting study, do not hesitate to contact us!!! Other inclusion or exclusion criteria are going to be discussed with the research staff, to find out if you may qualify, or ask questions about the study, please email our staff at [email protected] Finally , your participation is voluntary and the cost of the visits associated with this study is free for you , no insurance is required.

Colchicine + Covid?

Actemra (Tocilizumab) appears effective in COVID related illness according to this study from the Netherlands!

Welcome to our red-velvet-roped check in station! We will check your temperature, make sure you're wearing a mask, ask you to leave guests behind and ask you a few questions to make sure it's safe for you to come in. We look forward to serving you!

Welcome to our new page! Here is a summary of our drugs being considered for use in COVID: