Abstract Number: 1978 • ACR Convergence 2020
Prevalence and Factors Associated with Patient-Physician Discordance Among RA Patients Initiating Advanced Therapy
Background/Purpose: Some rheumatoid arthritis (RA) patients rate their disease activity worse than their physician does, but recent prevalence and factors associated with such discordance have…Abstract Number: 0615 • ACR Convergence 2020
Rheumatology Going Digital: Developing a Rheumatology App for Use by All Patients Attending Our Department to Aid Remote Working and Self-management
Background/Purpose: Patients with a rheumatological condition require information regarding the disease itself and treatments regimes. This is particularly important for new patients.Our local patient focus…Abstract Number: PP07 • ACR Convergence 2020
Improving Communication with My Physician Drastically Improved My Health
Background/Purpose: In 2011, at the age of 14, I was sent to the emergency room with a platelet count of 19. The hematologist diagnosed me…Abstract Number: 1132 • ACR Convergence 2020
Reliability of Virtual Sources of Education for Patients with Vasculitis
Background/Purpose: Vasculitides are defined as inflammation of the vessel wall of different organ systems with reactive damage of mural structures. Patient education in understanding the…Abstract Number: 1133 • ACR Convergence 2020
Patient Perceptions of Diagnosis, Tests, Treatments, Adherence and the Impact on Their Disease Understanding and Participation in Research Studies
Background/Purpose: The diagnosis and treatment of inflammatory arthritis has been transformed largely by the development of drugs that target specific molecules of the immune system.…Abstract Number: 1142 • ACR Convergence 2020
Implementation of an Evidence-based Transition Clinic in a Pediatric Rheumatology Academic Institution
Background/Purpose: Transition from pediatric to adult rheumatology care is more likely to be successful if a transition program is in place. Previously successful interventions to…Abstract Number: 1143 • ACR Convergence 2020
The Influence of YouTube on Spreading Awareness and Patient Education Regarding Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
Background/Purpose: A large global survey released by the World Lupus Federation showed that the awareness of SLE is low and many individuals have never heard…Abstract Number: 1147 • ACR Convergence 2020
Development of a Digital Toolkit to Improve Quality of Life of Patients with Systemic Lupus Erythematosus: A Pilot Study
Background/Purpose: Individuals living with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) face a number of challenges in managing their condition. Initial interviews and community forums with SLE patients…Abstract Number: 1181 • ACR Convergence 2020
Gains in Cardiovascular Risk Knowledge Through Web Based Educational Intervention for Rheumatoid Arthritis Patients
Background/Purpose: Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is a leading cause of mortality in rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Ischemic heart disease in RA is often silent and precedes myocardial…Abstract Number: 184 • 2020 Pediatric Rheumatology Symposium
A Survey of Uveitis Knowledge Among Juvenile Arthritis Patients and Parents
Background/Purpose: Chronic anterior uveitis is a sight-threatening complication of juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA). Prompt treatment to prevent complications requires regular screening and detection of uveitis…Abstract Number: 187 • 2020 Pediatric Rheumatology Symposium
Perspectives of Adolescents and Young Adults Around Implementing Rheumatology Healthcare Transition: Preliminary Qualitative Findings
Background/Purpose: Nationwide initiatives call for improved healthcare services that empower adolescents to become independent in their health management and remain engaged in healthcare through young…
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