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Dr Jack Cush reviews the news, journal reports and regulatory decisions from the past week on RheumNow.com
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Nov 14, 2022 • 37min
Lupus Topic Panel -ACR22
Join RheumNow faculty to recap the best and most interesting data presented at ACR22 in the area of SLE.
Sunday - SLE
Panelists: Drs. Kathryn Dao, Bella Mehta, Yuzaiful Yusof, Eric Dein, Michael Putman, Sheila Reyes, Janet Pope

Nov 14, 2022 • 41min
Sunday (Day 2) ACR 22 Daily Recap
ACR 2022 Daily Recap for Sunday, November 13th.

Nov 14, 2022 • 44min
ACR2022 - Day 2.4
AI Future of Sacroiliitis Assessment
Dr. Rachel Tate speaks with Dr. Fabian Proft about Abstract 0383 at ACR22 Convergence.
Can I stop Methotrexate in RA?
Dr. Janet Pope and Dr. Charis Meng discuss Abstract 0916 at ACR22 Convergence.
Abstract 0916: Should RA Patients with Controlled Disease Taper Methotrexate from Targeted Therapy or Continue It? Risk Differences in Sustaining Remission from a Systematic Review and Meta-analysis
CAR-T Therapies in Antiphospholipid Antibody Syndrome
Dr. Michael Putman and Dr. Maximilian Konig discuss abstract 1677 at ACR22 Convergence.
Abstract 1677: Chimeric Autoantigen-T Cell Receptor (CATCR)-T Cell Therapies to Selectively Target Autoreactive B Cells
Copays Reduce Adherence to SLE Medications
Dr. Michael Putman reports on abstract 1115 at ACR22 Convergence in Philadelphia, PA.
Copays Reduce Adherence to SLE Medications
Dr. Michael Putman reports on abstract 1115 at ACR22 Convergence in Philadelphia, PA.
Does Race play a role in Mycophenolate Response in Scleroderma?
Dr. Eric Dein speaks with Dr. Lauren Smith about abstract 0521 at ACR22 Convergence in Philadelphia, PA.
Abstract 0521: Examination of Differential Response to Treatment with Mycophenolate Mofetil in Black and White Patients with Systemic Sclerosis
Fertility issues in SpA
Dr. Sheila Reyes speaks with Dr. Sabrina Hamroun about abstract 1673 at ACR22 Convergence.
Abstract 1673: Preconceptional NSAID Treatment Exposure Is Associated with a Significantly Longer Time-to-conception in Women with Spondyloarthritis: Analysis of the Prospective GR2 Cohort
Opioid use in PsA and SpA
Dr. Eric Dein discusses Abstract 1012 at ACR22 Convergence
PsA and SPA: Cyclers, Switchers, Who is the Winner?
Dr. Aurelie Najm discusses abstracts 1499 and 1600 at ACR22 Convergence in Philadelphia, PA.
Remibrutinib in Sjogren's Syndrome
Dr. Michael Putman reports on abstract 1113 presented at ACR22 Convergence meeting in Philadelphia, PA.
Abstract 1113: Remibrutinib (LOU064) in Sjögren’s Syndrome: Safety and Efficacy Results from a 24‑Week Placebo-controlled Proof-of-Concept Study

Nov 13, 2022 • 29min
ACR2022 - Day 2.3
Advancing Telehealth in Rheumatology
Dr. Cush at ACR22 Convergence in Philadelphia, PA.
Artificial Intelligence in Detecting Sacroiliitis
Dr. Akhil Sood discusses Abstract 0383 at ACR22 Convergence.
Abstract 0383: Analysis of the Performance of an Artificial Intelligence Algorithm for the Detection of Radiographic Sacroiliitis in an Independent Cohort of axSpA Patients Including Both Nr-axSpA and r-axSpA
COVID Highlights
Dr. Leonard Calabrese and Dr. Cassandra Calabrese share highlights on COVID data being presented at ACR22 Convergence.
Abstract 0793: Autonomic Nervous System Dysfunction Common Among Patients with Long COVID: An Exploratory Evaluation
Abstract L08: Breakthrough Acute COVID-19 Infection During the US Omicron Surge Following Administration of Tixagevimab/Cilgavimab in Immunocompromised Patients with Rheumatologic Disorders
Impact of COVID 19 on Pregnancies in Women with RMD
Dr. Cassy Sims discusses abstract 0950 at ACR22 Convergence.
Abstract 0950: Obstetric Outcomes in Women with Rheumatic Disease and COVID-19 in the Context of Vaccination Status: Data from the COVID-19 Global Rheumatology Alliance Registry
Photovoice: A New Visual Research Method in Lupus
Dr. Bella Mehta talks with Dr. Candace Feldman about Abstract 1099 at ACR22 Convergence.
Abstract 1099: Empowering Patients with Lupus Through Their Photographs: Application of the Photovoice Method to Understand Social Determinants of Health
PreRA to Treat or Not!
Dr. Janet Pope discusses the Great Debate at ACR22 Convergence in Philadelphia.
Prescribing Methotrexate in Post-Roe Era
Dr. Cassy Sims reports live from ACR22 Convergence in Philadelphia, PA.
L09: Impact on Access to Methotrexate in the Post-Roe Era
To Switch or Not: Biosimilars in Inflammatory Arthritis
Dr. Jonathan Kay reports on abstract 1112 at ACR22 Convergence.
Women vs. Men: Response to Treatment in Seronegative Arthritis
Dr. Janet Pope discusses abstracts 1614 and 1601 at ACR22 Convergence in Philadelphia, PA

Nov 13, 2022 • 24min
ACR2022 - Day 2.2
Advancing Telehealth in Rheumatology
Dr. Cush at ACR22 Convergence in Philadelphia, PA.
Artificial Intelligence in Detecting Sacroiliitis
Dr. Akhil Sood discusses Abstract 0383 at ACR22 Convergence.
Abstract 0383: Analysis of the Performance of an Artificial Intelligence Algorithm for the Detection of Radiographic Sacroiliitis in an Independent Cohort of axSpA Patients Including Both Nr-axSpA and r-axSpA
COVID HighlightsDr. Leonard Calabrese and Dr. Cassandra Calabrese share highlights on COVID data being presented at ACR22 Convergence
Abstract 0793: Autonomic Nervous System Dysfunction Common Among Patients with Long COVID: An Exploratory Evaluation
Abstract L08: Breakthrough Acute COVID-19 Infection During the US Omicron Surge Following Administration of Tixagevimab/Cilgavimab in Immunocompromised Patients with Rheumatologic Disorders
Impact of COVID 19 on Pregnancies in Women with RMD
Dr. Cassy Sims discusses abstract 0950 at ACR22 Convergence.
Abstract 0950: Obstetric Outcomes in Women with Rheumatic Disease and COVID-19 in the Context of Vaccination Status: Data from the COVID-19 Global Rheumatology Alliance Registry
Photovoice: A New Visual Research Method in Lupus
Dr. Bella Mehta talks with Dr. Candace Feldman about Abstract 1099 at ACR22 Convergence.
Abstract 1099: Empowering Patients with Lupus Through Their Photographs: Application of the Photovoice Method to Understand Social Determinants of Health
Prescribing Methotrexate in Post-Roe Era
Dr. Cassy Sims reports live from ACR22 Convergence in Philadelphia, PA.3
L09: Impact on Access to Methotrexate in the Post-Roe Era
Treatment Persistence and Switching Patterns of an Adalimumab Biosimilar
Dr. Julian Segan discusses Abstract 1425 at ACR22 Convergence.
Abstract 1425: Treatment Persistence and Switching Patterns of ABP 501 (AMGEVITA®) in German Patients with Rheumatic Diseases

Nov 13, 2022 • 30min
ACR2022 - Day 2.1
Can we alter neonatal gut microbiome to prevent spondyloarthritis?
Dr Chao discusses Abstract 0868 at the ACR22 Convergence meeting.
Abstract 0868: Spondyloarthritis and Neonatal Factors Affecting the Gut Microbiome
JAK vs TNF inhibitor Infections in RA
Dr. David Liew discusses abstract 0302 at ACR22 Convergence.
Abstract 0302: Risk of Infections Between JAK Inhibitors and TNF Inhibitors Among Patients with Rheumatoid Arthritis
Opioid and Neuropathic Use After Initiating btsDMARDs in RA
Dr. Julian Segan discusses Abstract 0925 at the ACR22 Convergence meeting.
The Dietary Intervention in PsA (DIPSA) StudyDr. Patricia Harkins talks with Professor Lihi Eder about abstract 1007 at the ACR22 Convergence meeting.
Abstract 1007: Metabolic Disorders and Abnormal Dietary Patterns and Their Association with Psoriatic Arthritis Activity: The Dietary Intervention in PsA (DIPSA) Study
Treatment Considerations in Axial Spondyloarthritis
Dr. Lianne Gensler discusses treatment considerations in Axial SpA.
Abstract 0402: Opioid Use and Healthcare Utilization in Adults with PsA and AS
Abstract 0388: Incidence Rate and Factors Associated with Fractures Among Older Adults with Ankylosing Spondylitis in the United States
Abstract 0544: Bimekizumab Improves Signs and Symptoms, Including Inflammation, in Patients with Active Non-Radiographic Axial Spondyloarthritis: 24-Week Efficacy & Safety from a Phase 3, Multicenter, Randomized, Placebo Controlled Study
Abstract 0545: Continuing (Full or Reduced Treatment) versus Withdrawing from Golimumab Treatment in Patients with Non-radiographic Spondylarthritis Who Achieved Inactive Disease: Efficacy and Safety Results from a Placebo-Controlled, Randomized Withdrawal and Retreatment Study (GO-BACK)
What lifestyle factors affect TNF inhibitor efficacy in AxSpA?
Dr Chao discusses Abstract 1510 at ACR22 Convergence.
Abstract 1510: Modifying Lifestyle Factors May Offer the Potential to Enhance the Outcome of Tumour Necrosis Factor Inhibitors in Axial Spondyloarthritis – Data from 14 European Countries

Nov 13, 2022 • 32min
ACR2022 - Day 2
2023 RWCS Meeting
Dr. Arthur Kavanaugh invites you to join him for the 2023 RWCS meeting in February 2023.
Dr David Liew JAK inhibitor VS TNF inhibitor, Infections in East Asian Patients.
Abstract 302
Early Diagnosis of Axial Spondyloarthritis
Dr. Antoni Chan talks with Dr. Nelly Ziade at ACR22 Convergence in Philadelphia, PA.
Abstracts 1512: What Is the Best Referral Strategy for Axial Spondyloarthritis? A Prospective Multicenter Study of 515 Patients with Suspicious Chronic Low Back Pain
Abstract 1517: Value of the Anti-CD74 Antibodies for the Diagnosis of Axial Spondyloarthritis: Results of a Prospective Study in Patients with Suspicious Low Back Pain
New Treatments for SLE?
Dr. Michelle Petri discusses abstract 1117 presented at ACR22 Convergence meeting in Philadelphia, PA.
Abstract 1117: Efficacy and Safety of Deucravacitinib, an Oral, Selective, Allosteric TYK2 Inhibitor, in Patients with Active Systemic Lupus Erythematosus: A Phase 2, Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Study

Nov 13, 2022 • 31min
Day 1 - ACR 2022 Daily Recap
ACR2022 Daily Recap for Saturday, November 12th.

Nov 13, 2022 • 9min
ACR2022 - Day 1.3
Breakthrough COVID infection in SLE during Omicron era
Dr. Yusof talks with Dr. Amit Saxena about abstract 2081 at ACR22 Convergence.
Abstract 2081: COVID-19 Infections, Morbidity, and Seroreactivity in SLE Patients Following Initial Vaccination Series and Additional Dose Through the New York City Omicron BA.1 Wave
Differences in Presentation and Outcomes of Early vs Late Onset PsA
Dr. Olga Petryna discusses abstract 0377 presented at ACR22 Convergence.
Abstract 0377: Differences in Early-onset vs. Late-onset Psoriatic Arthritis: Data from the RESPONDIA and REGISPONSER Studies

Nov 13, 2022 • 15min
ACR2022 - Day 1.2
A Year in Review
Dr. Jack Cush, Philadelphia
Differences in Clinical Presentation and Outcomes of Early vs Late Onset PsA
Dr. Olga Petryna, New York
Abstract 0377
mTORC1 as a Driver of Inflammation in sJIA Connecting Pathogens of sJIA and MAS
Dr. Olga Petryna, New York
Abstract 0004
Patient Reported Outcomes in PsA Using Novel IL 17A Inhibitor
Dr. Sims discusses abstract 0199 presented at ACR22 Convergence in Philadelphia, PA.
Abstract 0199: Izokibep, a Novel IL-17A Inhibitor, Improves Patient-reported Outcomes – 16-Week Results from a Placebo-controlled Phase 2 Study in Patients with Active Psoriatic Arthritis
The CONSUL Trial
Dr. Sheila Reyes, The Phillipines
Abstract 0526


