Abstract Number: 0535 • ACR Convergence 2026
Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices Regarding Cervical Cancer Prevention and Screening Among Women With Systemic Lupus Erythematosus: A Multicenter Cross-sectional Survey
Background/Purpose: Cervical cancer is largely preventable through human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination and early detection by screening. Women with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) have an increased…Abstract Number: 1382 • ACR Convergence 2026
Impact on Productivity of Sjögren’s Disease in Swedish Patients – A Nationwide Cohort Study Between 2006 and 2022
Background/Purpose: Sjögren's disease (SjD) is a systemic, inflammatory disorder often affecting adults during working years (yrs). Common symptoms, including fatigue, articular and musculoskeletal pain, and…Abstract Number: 2475 • ACR Convergence 2026
Empowering Rheumatology Nursing Education in India: Validation of Modified RAKE tool (m-RAKE) to Assess Knowledge of Rheumatoid Arthritis Among Nursing Professionals
Background/Purpose: Nurses are central to "treat-to-target" management in rheumatoid arthritis (RA), performing vital roles in treatment monitoring and patient education. In India where their training…Abstract Number: 0541 • ACR Convergence 2026
Addressing the Scleroderma Education Gap: Patient‑as‑Educator Models for Interprofessional Training
Background/Purpose: Scleroderma is frequently neglected in health professional education, despite its complexity and the broad interprofessional care required. Most training programs offer little to no…Abstract Number: 1478 • ACR Convergence 2026
A Consensus Based Foot and Ankle Examination of the Adult for Rheumatology Training
Background/Purpose: Physical examination for nonspecific foot/ankle pain is not standardized in rheumatology fellowship training. We aimed to assess variability in examination technique and establish consensus…Abstract Number: 2477 • ACR Convergence 2026
Impact of a Structured Educational Intervention on Osteoporosis Screening Among Internal Medicine Residents and Faculty: A Quality Improvement Study
Background/Purpose: dicine, Institution, City, State]Background/Purpose: Osteoporosis is substantially underdiagnosed in the United States despite contributing to over 2 million fragility fractures annually. The USPSTF and…Abstract Number: 0542 • ACR Convergence 2026
An Ultrasound-Guided Injection Training Phantom With Integrated Feedback: Development and Multi-Institutional Validation
Background/Purpose: Ultrasound-guided injections (USGI) improve procedural accuracy but require mastery of anatomical identification, probe-needle coordination, and critical-structure avoidance. Current training models are often costly and…Abstract Number: 1479 • ACR Convergence 2026
A Scoping Review on Gout Education for Primary Care Clinicians
Background/Purpose: Gout is the most prevalent inflammatory arthritis and can significantly diminish a person's quality of life. Despite the availability of safe, effective, and cost-efficient…Abstract Number: 2479 • ACR Convergence 2026
Improving Small Joint Examination Competency Among Internal Medicine Trainees: A Resident-Led Quality Improvement Initiative
Background/Purpose: Accurate small joint musculoskeletal examination is critical for the diagnosis of inflammatory arthritis, yet many trainees report limited formal training and low confidence in…Abstract Number: 0543 • ACR Convergence 2026
Assessment of Evidence-Based Medicine Competency in Fourth Year Medical Students
Background/Purpose: The practice of evidence-based medicine (EBM) is a critical skill for physicians in rheumatology and other medical specialties. EBM training is now required in…Abstract Number: 1480 • ACR Convergence 2026
AI-Infused Journal Club for Advanced Trainees in Medical Education
Background/Purpose: Advanced trainees in medical education face high cognitive load due to complex, high-stakes, and multitasking environments. With the amount of published empirical clinical research…Abstract Number: 2480 • ACR Convergence 2026
PedsRheumSim: High-Fidelity Simulation for Pediatric Rheumatology Learners
Background/Purpose: The ACGME's core competencies for pediatric residency training include medical knowledge, patient care, and interpersonal communication skills. At our institution, residents only spend two…Abstract Number: 0544 • ACR Convergence 2026
Award-Winning Undergraduate Rheumatology Teaching Concept at the University of Pecs, Hungary
Background/Purpose: Undergraduate medical education increasingly requires innovative and learner-focused approaches to prepare students for complex clinical practice. At the University of Pécs Medical School in…Abstract Number: 1482 • ACR Convergence 2026
BINGO Bash: A Multi-Center Gamification Intervention to Improve Musculoskeletal Education in Internal Medicine Residency
Background/Purpose: Musculoskeletal (MSK) complaints account for more than 20% of outpatient visits in the United States. MSK education, however, remains inconsistently represented in medical curricula,…Abstract Number: 2481 • ACR Convergence 2026
Rheum for Improvement: A Gamified, Case-Based Curriculum on Rheumatologic Testing
Background/Purpose: Rheumatology is a core component of Internal Medicine (IM), constituting nearly 10% of the American Board of Internal Medicine Certification Exam. However, a needs assessment at a single…
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