Reconciling Differences Between Podiatric and Orthopaedic Surgeons in the United Kingdom: The Memorandum of Understanding and Its Implications for the Future of Podiatric Surgery. [PDF]
Kannegieter E+3 more
europepmc +1 more source
Objective Metabolic syndrome (MetS) is a known comorbidity of psoriatic arthritis (PsA) and is associated with PsA disease activity. We aimed to explore the association between MetS and radiographic features (peripheral and axial) in PsA. Methods We included patients with PsA followed at our prospective observational cohort for the period between 1978 ...
Fadi Kharouf+6 more
wiley +1 more source
Ballpark Estimates of Budget Space for Health Workforce Investments in the 47 Countries of the WHO African Region: A Modelling Study. [PDF]
Asamani JA+8 more
europepmc +1 more source
Diverse Treatment Goals in Psoriatic Arthritis: Insights From Participants in the PARC Cohort
Objective The aim of this study was to examine patient‐reported treatment goals among individuals with psoriatic arthritis. Methods Participants in the Psoriatic Arthritis Research Consortium completed standardized assessments, including patient‐reported outcome (PROs) instruments, between 2017 and 2020.
Astia Allenzara+8 more
wiley +1 more source
Employment Models to Attract and Sustain Rural Generalist Doctors: Barriers and Enablers. [PDF]
O'Sullivan B+3 more
europepmc +1 more source
Objective Promoting Resilience in Stress Management (PRISM) is a resilience coaching program designed for adolescents with chronic illness. We aimed to examine the perceived feasibility, acceptability, and appropriateness of PRISM among pediatric rheumatologists treating adolescents with chronic musculoskeletal pain and obtain recommendations for ...
Sabrina Gmuca+9 more
wiley +1 more source
The role of the workplace food environment in eating behaviours of employees at small and medium-sized enterprises: a qualitative study in the Netherlands. [PDF]
Geboers L+3 more
europepmc +1 more source
Objective The Plants for Joints intervention (PFJ), including a whole‐food plant‐based diet, exercise, and stress reduction, reduced signs and symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis (RA) or metabolic syndrome‐associated hip or knee osteoarthritis (MSOA) compared to usual care. This study examined outcomes two years later. Methods After two 16‐week randomized
Carlijn A. Wagenaar+10 more
wiley +1 more source
Brazil's experiment to expand its medical workforce through private and public schools: Impacts and consequences of the balance of regulatory and market forces in resource-scarce settings. [PDF]
Scheffer M+4 more
europepmc +1 more source
Ageism in Rheumatology: the Healthcare Professional's Perspective
Objective Ageism (age‐based stereotypes, prejudice, or discrimination) is prevalent and linked to prolonged disability and reduced lifespan in older adults. Little is known about ageism within rheumatology. This study explores the healthcare professional's (HCP) perception of the care of older adults and how ageist attitudes or perspectives may impact ...
Aaron P. Smith+4 more
wiley +1 more source