Meet the NASS Changemakers In the second of the INNOVATOR series, host Dr Lizzy MacPhie talks to guests as they discuss three award-winning projects, working between primary and secondary care to improve diagnosis and management for people with inflammatory back pain. With varying size projects, led by different members of the MDT, there’s somethin…

BSR has co-published a living guideline with the British Association of Dermatologists for managing people of all ages with Behçets. Join guideline working group Co-Chairs, Ruth Murphy and Robert Moots, and members Clare Pain, Harry Petrushkin and Steve Higgins in a roundtable discussion hosted by Prof Ernest Choy. The living guideline is presented…

How can patient initiated follow-up (PIFU) be successfully used in rheumatology services? Prof Laura Coates, Dr Mark Perry and Prof Raj Sengupta join Prof Ernest Choy to discuss their experiences of implementing PIFU. They offer some top tips for those starting their PIFU journey and highlight fantastic new resources available via BSR. Want to find…

In this spotlight podcast Dr Roz Benson talks with Dr Chris Wincup and Dr Reuben Benjamin. Listen in if you want to understand better what all the buzz is around CAR T cell therapy and its applications in SLE and other CTDs. Want to know more? There are lots of Lupus resources to explore: Explore our Lupus sotlight - these digital learning resource…

In this spotlight podcast Dr Pip Watson talks to Dr Chris Wincup about all things SLE- from guidelines to neuropsychiatric symptoms to personalised treatments for patients. Want to know more? There are lots of Lupus resources to explore: Explore our Lupus spotlight - these digital learning resources include a diagnosis and management webinar, a Lup…

What is the HLH Network and how is it improving patient care? In this inaugural episode of our Innovators mini-series, Dr Alexis Jones, Dr Matt Szeto and Dr Denise De Lord join Dr Lizzy MacPhie to talk about the Haemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis (HLH) Network, which won a 2024 BSR Best Practice Award. The network brings together specialists from …

BSR has published an update to the systemic sclerosis guideline, expanded to include paediatric and adolescent patients for the first time. Join guideline working group Chair, Prof Chris Denton, members John Pauling, Bridget Griffiths and Clare Pain, and expert by experience member, Sue Farrington, in a roundtable discussion hosted by Prof Ernest C…

In this talking Rheumatology spotlight podcast on artificial intellgence and Rheumatology I (Dr Pip Watson, BSR DLE) talk to Dr Nick Fuggle and Dr Samantha Cooray. Our conversation covers everything from what we mean by AI and machine learning to current and future applications of AI in Rheumatology plus should we be scared and what might the futur…

Dr. Vanessa Quick joins Dr. Ernest Choy to discuss her recent article on the impact of qwTCZ cessation on GCA patients. Looking at relapse rates and key risk factors, this discussion highlights the need for improving access to care and treatment for GCA patients, including increasing disease awareness, faster referral to specialised care, better ac…

In this episode, Dr Anastasia Madenidou and Rebecca Heaton talk about the important and exciting role of a pharmacist working in a rheumatology team. Please note this careers episode has been previously released through another BSR podcast series. Thanks for listening to Talking Rheumatology! Join the conversation on X using #TalkingRheum or tweet …

In this Talking Rheumatology spotlight pod on Osteoporosis, Dr Pip Watson talks to Prof Zoe Paskins about osteoporosis- they cover everything from fracture risk to calcium intake, anabolic drugs, promoting adherence to treatment and treatment pauses. For more info on talking to patients about osteoporosis and shared decision making check out https:…

In this pod Dr Pip Watson is joined by Prof Maya Buch, they discuss everything you need to know around difficult to treat RA, including tips on managing patients in this group and treatment adherance. Thanks for listening to Talking Rheumatology! Join the conversation on X using #TalkingRheum or tweet us @RheumatologyUK. BSR is the UK's leading spe…

Do you know your First Contact Practitioner from you physiotherapist or osteopath? In this pod Will Gregory (Consultant Physio and BSR Vice President) talks to Sarah Golding (Physio and FCP) about all things FCP including requirements for the role, how it works and links with secondary care Rheumatology. This is essential listening for those workin…

Peter Boyd and Ingrid de Groot join Dr. Latika Gupta to explore the value of patient involvement in Rheumatology research. Reflecting on their lived experience, Peter and Ingrid discuss their proudest moments, and identify areas in the patient and physician partnership that they hope to improve in the future. Thanks for listening to Talking Rheumat…

In this episode, Dr Stephanie Gall talks to Prof Chris Edwards about how to approach the management of Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and the importance of personalising care. A wide ranging discussion covering the role of corticosteroids, impact of inflammation on cognition and ILD. Thanks for listening to Talking Rheumatology! Join the conversation on…

In this episode, Dr Roz Benson chats with Dr Frances Hall and Dr Ondrej Suchanek about immunology for the rheumatologist. They discuss the adaptive and innate immune system, testing for autoimmune diseases, and how we can talk to our patients about these conditions. Thanks for listening to Talking Rheumatology! Join the conversation on X using #Tal…

Recorded at #BSR24, Richard P Beesley joins Dr Ai Lyn Tan to discuss his recent article, which measured the level of community awareness in the UK that children and young people can develop arthritis. Listen now to hear about what you can do to help raise awareness of childhood arthritis, and why this is so important. You can read this article [htt…

In this episode, Dave Pilbury talks to Mr Muthu Jeyam about the shoulder, with a focus on surgical interventions: when and how should we intervene and how well does it work? Thanks for listening to Talking Rheumatology! Join the conversation on X using #TalkingRheum or tweet us @RheumatologyUK. BSR is the UK's leading specialist medical society for…

In this fascinating episode recorded at #BSR24, Dr Melanie Sloan joins Prof Ernest Choy to discuss the latest results from the INSPIRE study, which seeks to understand neuropsychiatric symptom prevalence and impact in people with systemic autoimmune rheumatic diseases (SARDs). Dr Melanie Sloan is a researcher in the Department of Public Health and …

In this episode Dr Ashley Elliot speaks with Professor Hector Chinoy and Dr Alex Oldroyd. They discuss a complex case of myositis highlighting common diagnostic challenges, role of investigations and approach to treatment. A great overview in a field which is constantly evolving! Thanks for listening to Talking Rheumatology! Join the conversation o…

In this episode, Dr Yik Man talks to Prof David D'Cruz about IgG4 related disease, including an approach to management and some tricky cases. Thanks for listening to Talking Rheumatology! Join the conversation on X using #TalkingRheum or tweet us @RheumatologyUK. BSR is the UK's leading specialist medical society for rheumatology and MSK health pro…

In this episode, Dr Chris Wincup talks to Dr Rachel Tattersall about all things JIA including differences between JIA and adult onset IA, transition, disease activity scoring and biologics. This podcast is likely to suit adult rheumatologists - we're planning a future episode for our paediatric audience so watch this space! Thanks for listening to …

BSR has published an update to the Sjögren disease guideline, expanded to include paediatric and adolescent patients for the first time. Join guideline working group Chair, Liz Price, members Coziana Ciurtin and Benjamin Fisher, and expert by experience member, Bridget Crampton, in a roundtable discussion hosted by Dr Marwan Bukhari. Please note Dr…

Dr Jason E Liebowitz joins Dr Marwan Bukhari to discuss the metaverse and how the field of rheumatology can utilise virtual and augmented reality to improve the lives of patients. Listen now to hear about the current technological developments and what this means for future clinical practice! You can read this article [https://doi.org/10.1093/rheum…

This podcast gives an opportunity to hear from Dr Caroline Cotton, Lara Chapman and Dr Mark Russell about their experience of authoring guidelines. It covers everything you need to know about BSR guidelines- what they are, insights into the process, how to get involved (including tips for applications) and why you might like to! Thanks for listenin…

In this episode, Dr Mariam Malik talks to Prof Andrew Cope about cancer treatments and rheumatic disease, covering immune checkpoint inhibitors, the adverse events and rheumatological conditions they can cause, and how to manage them. Thanks for listening to Talking Rheumatology! Join the conversation on X using #TalkingRheum or tweet us @Rheumatol…

In this episode on how to write a compelling case report, Pippa Watson talks to Ai Lyn Tan, an Associate Professor and Honorary Consultant Rheumatologist at Chapel Allerton Hospital Leeds and Editor in Chief of the BSR Rheumatology Advances in Practice journal, and Caroline Groves, our Journal Development Manager at BSR. This podcast covers everyth…

In this episode, Sarah Gallagher talks to Dr Jo Ledingham and Dr Liz Price about all things NEIAA, from changes to data collection, findings from the 5-year report and how data can be used. Thanks for listening to Talking Rheumatology! Join the conversation on X using #TalkingRheum or tweet us @RheumatologyUK. BSR is the UK's leading specialist med…

Professor Doron Rimar joins Dr Cristiana Sieiro Santos to discuss their article, which retrospectively compares the outcomes of SSc patients who underwent AHSCT to patients who met the eligibility criteria for AHSCT but received upfront combination therapy with MMF and rituximab. Listen now to hear the findings and what this means for future clinic…

In this episode, we will be talking about health disparities in our Rheumatology services and how we can help tackle them at both an individual and organisational level. Prepare to be inspired. To access the free training click here (120 mins) and the published article here. Thanks for listening to Talking Rheumatology! Join the conversation on X u…

What is the leaky pipeline and how do we address it? Prof Christina Duftner (University of Innsbruck) and Prof Isabella Grabner (Vienna University of Economics and Business) join Dr Latika Gupta to discuss the diminishing proportion of women in higher ranking and leadership roles within rheumatology. Want to read more? Here's your further reading l…

We're delighted to announce Prof Ernest Choy (University of Cardiff) as the incoming Editor-in-Chief of Rheumatology. In this episode, recorded at ACR23, Ernest tells us about his plans for the journal and the type of research he's keen to see. Ernest will take the reins from Dr Marwan Bukhari (Royal Lancaster Infirmary), who finishes his highly pr…

In this episode, Will Gregory talks to Dr Gordon Hendry about all things feet. Essential listening for all of the MDT, this podcast covers everything from the importance of examining feet to the use of ultrasound and the RADAI-F5. Thanks for listening to Talking Rheumatology! Join the conversation on X using #TalkingRheum or tweet us @RheumatologyU…

What happens when children and young people with JIA stop biologic therapies for remission? Dr Lianne Kearsley-Fleet and Dr Coziana Ciurtin join Dr Herman Tam to discuss their analysis of the UK JIA Biologics Register. Lianne is an epidemiologist and lead analyst of the UK JIA Biologics Register, based at the University of Manchester. Coziana is a …

In this careers pod Dr Diarmuid McLaughlin talks to Dr Sharmila Jandial about training pathways for paediatric rheumatology including tips on finding out more about a career in Rheumatology, training pathways, subspecialty training and where it all can lead. Recommended for anyone thinking of getting involved. Thanks for listening to Talking Rheuma…

In this pod aimed at medical students medical student Edward Mbanasor talks to Associate Professor Ai Lyn Tan about a career in Rheumatology covering all things from; what Rheumatology is, reasons for choosing Rheumatology, career paths and how to find out more about the specialty. A must listen for anyone considering Rheumatology as a career. Than…

Dr Andrew Östör joins Dr Marwan Bukhari to discuss their article, chosen as the June Editor's Choice article, which evaluates the 52-week efficacy and safety of risankizumab 150 mg in patients with active PsA who had previous inadequate response/intolerance to one or two biologic therapies (Bio-IR) or one or more conventional synthetic DMARDs (csDM…

Anika Hoque joins Dr Michael Backhouse to discuss their recent article, which examines the construct validity of the RA foot disease activity index in relationship to musculoskeletal ultrasonography and clinical examination. Listen now to hear the findings, and what this means for future clinical practice and the impact on RA patients at risk for p…

In this episode our guests discuss the National Early Inflammatory Arthritis Audit (NEIAA) year five state of the nation report. Our host, Sarah Gallagher (Project Manager, NEIAA) poses questions to both Dr Liz Price (Clinical Lead, NEIAA) and Professor James Galloway (Lead Methodologist, NEIAA) to explore the report's key findings and the importan…

Can patients with rheumatoid arthritis examine their own joints? Dr David Liew talks to Dr Charlotte Sharp and Karen Staniland about their work to create a video teaching patients how to self-examine tender and swollen joints. Charlotte is now a consultant rheumatologist based in Manchester and has an interest in applied health research. Karen is t…

How can we best diagnose septic arthritis in the acute care setting? Dr Pallavi Shamdasani joins Prof Rene Westhovens to discuss the utility of synovial aspiration and intra-operative synovial fluid and tissue culture for the accurate diagnosis of septic arthritis. Dr Shamdasani is a dual trained rheumatologist and obstetric medicine physician base…

This podcast covers everything you need to know about accessing and commissioning biologic drugs in Paediatric Rheumatology, with a focus on England. With thanks to our host, Dr Jenny Lemon, and guest, Dr Tavi Aragon, an experienced pharmacist. Thanks for listening to Talking Rheumatology! Join the conversation on X using #TalkingRheum or tweet us …

This podcast covers everything you need to know about biologics, from choosing to screening, vaccinations and tapering. With thanks to our host, Dr Mariam Malik, and guest, Dr Chris Holroyd, an expert in this area and author of the BSR guideline. Thanks for listening to Talking Rheumatology! Join the conversation on X using #TalkingRheum or tweet u…

What is the relationship between COVID-19 vaccination and disease flares in patients with inflammatory arthritis (IA)? Dr Shivani Gor and Dr Sung-Hee Kim join Dr Mwidimi Ndosi to discuss their retrospective study, which used C-reactive protein as a marker to determine the proportion of IA patients who had a flare within four weeks of receiving a va…

What evidence is there for effective transitional care in young people with chronic pain, and what should ideal transitional care look like? Dr Lauren Huckerby joins Dr Diederik De Cock to discuss her recent systematic review - one of the winning papers from the 2023 Rheumatology Advances in Practice Trainee Publishing Programme. Dr Huckerby is a p…

In this talking Rheumatology careers pod Dr Anastasia Madenidou talks to Dr Ben Mulhearn about all things research from how to get started in research, to doing a PhD and different ways to incorporate research in consultant jobs. Thanks for listening to Talking Rheumatology! Join the conversation on X using #TalkingRheum or tweet us @RheumatologyUK…

Can we classify the clinical phenotype of systemic sclerosis by autoantibodies? Dr Cristiana Sieiro Santos joins Dr Anastasia Madenidou to discuss her recent article - one of the winning papers from the 2023 Rheumatology Advances in Practice Trainee Publishing Programme. Dr Sieiro Santos is currently a rheumatology trainee at Complejo Asistencial U…

Dr Aladdin J Mohammad joins Dr Marwan Bukhari to discuss their article, chosen as the August Editor's Choice article, which determines the incidence rate, predictors and outcome of stroke in a population-based cohort of individuals with ANCA-associated vasculitis. Listen now to hear the findings and what this means for future clinical practice! You…

In this episode, Dr Salema Khalid talks to Prof Anisur Rahman about antiphospholipid syndrome, covering tests, treatment and management, including in pregnancy. Thanks for listening to Talking Rheumatology! Join the conversation on X using #TalkingRheum or tweet us @RheumatologyUK. BSR is the UK's leading specialist medical society for rheumatology…

How can you differentiate between cocaine-induced and ANCA-associated vasculitis? Dr Sander van Leuven joins Dr David Liew to discuss a recent case series analysis from centres in Birmingham and London. Sander is a consultant rheumatologist in Nejmegen, the Netherlands. He previously trained in London, where he conducted a 15-year retrospective stu…