Rheumatology Revealed: Updates on Common Diseases and Referral Tips for Family Physicians

Rheumatology & Musculoskeletal, Primary Care / Family Medicine

Advancements in rheumatology have led to significant improvements in managing pain, reducing inflammation, and preventing long-term joint damage - ultimately enhancing the quality of life for individuals with rheumatologic conditions. Despite this progress, many physicians may not be up to date on the latest diagnostic tools, treatment options, or referral processes for specialized care. To address this knowledge gap, the PLP and the Office of Lifelong Learning collaborated with the Division of Rheumatology at the University of Alberta to launch the first of two planned webinar series. This initiative was developed in response to identified priorities and aims to provide family physicians with timely updates on rheumatologic diagnosis, treatment, and referral pathways, each session was recorded for asynchronous viewing and a Pearls for Practice Educational document was created for each topic.