Abstract Number: 2004 • ACR Convergence 2023
Bone Health Following Bariatric Surgery: A Single Center Quality Improvement Study
Background/Purpose: Osteoporosis related fractures cause significant morbidity and mortality. Bariatric weight loss surgery is an independent risk factor for osteoporosis. Post-surgery dual energy X-Ray absorptiometry…Abstract Number: 0187 • ACR Convergence 2023
Advancing Health Equity with Lupus Stakeholders to Close Care Gaps and Disparities
Background/Purpose: Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) care and outcomes are associated with significant racial and socioeconomic disparities in the US, particularly among young Black and Hispanic/Latina…Abstract Number: 1006 • ACR Convergence 2023
Use of Implementation Strategies to Promote Adherence of Knee Osteoarthritis Guidelines and Improve Patient Outcomes: A Systematic Review
Background/Purpose: Despite the development of care models and practice guidelines the translation of knee osteoarthritis guidelines to practice remains suboptimal. Theoretically informed implementation strategies may…Abstract Number: 1170 • ACR Convergence 2023
Damage Accrual in Idiopathic Inflammatory Myopathies: Data from a Monocentric Cohort and Impact on Patients’ Quality of Life
Background/Purpose: Although the prognosis of Idiopathic Inflammatory Myopathies (IIMs) has noticeably improved over time, their chronicity may still expose a considerable number of patients to…Abstract Number: 2009 • ACR Convergence 2023
Screening and Treatment of Low Bone Mineral Density in Allogeneic Hematopoietic Cell Transplant Patients
Background/Purpose: Bone mineral density (BMD) loss and fracture are important causes of increased morbidity following allogeneic hematopoietic stem cell transplant (allo-HCT).Recent societal recommendations support screeningDual…Abstract Number: 0191 • ACR Convergence 2023
Reproductive Health Discussions Between Rheumatology Providers and Systemic Lupus Erythematosus Patients: A Survey of English and Spanish-Speaking Patients
Background/Purpose: Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) primarily affects women of childbearing age, with a higher burden in non-Caucasian populations. Due to the increased risk of adverse…Abstract Number: 1018 • ACR Convergence 2023
Recognizing Rural Healthcare Disparities in Pain Assessment for Autoimmune Rheumatologic Diseases
Background/Purpose: Pain is a common complaint seen in many autoimmune rheumatologic conditions, along with decreased function and decreased sense of well-being. Pain is a highly…Abstract Number: 1391 • ACR Convergence 2023
Rates of Remission in Patients with Axial Spondyloarthritis Treated in Tertiary Care
Background/Purpose: Achieving remission is the treatment target for patients (pts.) with axial spondyloarthritis (axSpA).Remission rates over longer periods in a real-life setting have not been…Abstract Number: 2029 • ACR Convergence 2023
Health-Related Quality of Life in Idiopathic Inflammatory Myopathies: How to Act for Improving the Disease Burden of Patients?
Background/Purpose: Idiopathic Inflammatory Myopathies (IIM) are rare, multisystemic and complex diseases that strongly impact the Quality of Life (QoL) of those affected. Patient Reported Outcomes…Abstract Number: 0198 • ACR Convergence 2023
Improving Vaccination Uptake of Herpes Zoster in Young Rheumatic Disease Patients Ages 18-49 Using Specialty Pharmacy Partnership
Background/Purpose: Herpes zoster (HZ), also known as shingles, causes an estimated one million cases annually in the United States. Many studies have shown that the…Abstract Number: 1082 • ACR Convergence 2023
Reducing No-shows and Late Cancellations at an Academic Medical Center Subspecialty Clinic
Background/Purpose: Patient no-shows and late cancellations, defined as less than 24 hours from the visit, reduce operational efficiency, revenue generation, and lead to negative clinical…Abstract Number: 1619 • ACR Convergence 2023
Receipt of Antimicrobial Prophylaxis in U.S. Medicare Beneficiaries Initiating Immunosuppressive Medications for ANCA Vasculitis
Background/Purpose: Infections are the leading cause of hospitalization and mortality in patients with ANCA vasculitis (AV). Multiple AV treatment guidelines recommend antimicrobial prophylaxis during treatment…Abstract Number: 2046 • ACR Convergence 2023
Implementation of an Automated Transition Readiness Assessment in a Pediatric Rheumatology Clinic
Background/Purpose: Many pediatric patients are inadequately prepared for the transition from pediatric to adult subspecialty healthcare, and patients who fail to transition successfully are more…Abstract Number: 0341 • ACR Convergence 2023
Patient Perspectives on the Usability of a Rheumatoid Arthritis Patient-reported Outcomes Electronic Health Record-based Dashboard: A Mixed-Methods Study
Background/Purpose: Shared decision making, health literacy, and effective communication around patient-reported outcomes (PROs) are vital components to a treat-to-target approach in rheumatoid arthritis (RA) patients.…Abstract Number: 1083 • ACR Convergence 2023
A Patient-Centered Approach to Increase Herpes Zoster Vaccination in Patients on Janus Kinase Inhibitors: A Fellowship Quality Improvement Initiative
Background/Purpose: People with systemic rheumatologic diseases are more susceptible to herpes zoster (HZ) infection and its complications due to their underlying diseases and the medications…
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