Available IBEC Curriculum
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The introduction of immune checkpoint inhibitors has had a great impact on the field of oncology. However, these new therapies are associated with a spectrum of autoimmune and systemic inflammatory reactions known as immune-related adverse events (irAEs). Rheumatologists are likely to encounter a wide variety of irAEs as the use of immune checkpoint inhibitors expands in the treatment of several cancers. Thus, it is critical for rheumatologists to be aware of these complications to accurately diagnose and manage the toxicities of immune checkpoint inhibitors in collaboration with treating oncologists. In this CME activity, expert faculty will review the role of the immune system in tumor biology and the appropriate management of irAEs associated with immune checkpoint inhibitors. Case-based examples will illustrate best practices for recognizing and managing these adverse events...More »
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Giant cell arteritis (GCA) is the most common form of medium- and large-vessel vasculitis. If left untreated, patients with GCA are at increased risk for a range of short- and long-term complications. Diagnosis of GCA remains difficult due to the non-specific nature of many early symptoms. Until recently, therapeutic options were limited to prolonged, high-dose glucocorticoid therapy, which has the potential for many undesirable side effects. In this CME activity, expert faculty will discuss the clinical and immunopathologic features of GCA, current therapeutic options, as well as data for new and emerging agents. Case-based discussion will provide practical strategies for overcoming the diagnostic and treatment challenges of GCA.....More »
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Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a progressive and painful systemic inflammatory disease that preferentially attacks the synovium of the joints, leading to joint destruction, debility, and deformity. Increased understanding of the underlying pathophysiology of RA has made a remarkable difference in its treatment and prognosis. Numerous therapeutic agents with diverse targets and mechanisms have been added to the RA armamentarium, allowing for intervention at various stages in the pathogenic process of the disease. By understanding the underlying immunologic mechanisms driving RA progression, clinicians involved in the management of patients with RA will be better equipped to evaluate the clinical and pharmacologic safety, as well as the efficacy profiles of current and emerging therapies. In this RA Forum®, leading rheumatologists will integrate discussions of basic immunologic principles with current and emerging RA treatments and interactive cases, as well as discuss treatment guidelines and use of biosimilars in the clinic....More »
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Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a progressive and painful systemic inflammatory disease that preferentially attacks the synovium of the joints, leading to joint destruction, debility, and deformity. Increased understanding of the underlying pathophysiology of RA has made a remarkable difference in its treatment and prognosis. Numerous therapeutic agents with diverse targets and mechanisms have been added to the RA armamentarium, allowing for intervention at various stages in the pathogenic process of the disease. By understanding the underlying immunologic mechanisms driving RA progression, clinicians involved in the management of patients with RA will be better equipped to evaluate the clinical and pharmacologic safety, as well as the efficacy profiles of current and emerging therapies. This activity will review advances in the immunopathogenesis of rheumatic diseases and lessons from checkpoint immunotherapy of cancer....More »
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Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a progressive and painful systemic inflammatory disease that preferentially attacks the synovium of the joints, leading to joint destruction, debility, and deformity. Increased understanding of the underlying pathophysiology of RA has made a remarkable difference in its treatment and prognosis. Numerous therapeutic agents with diverse targets and mechanisms have been added to the RA armamentarium, allowing for intervention at various stages in the pathogenic process of the disease. This activity will review treatment guidelines for RA in 2017....More »
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Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a progressive and painful systemic inflammatory disease that preferentially attacks the synovium of the joints, leading to joint destruction, debility, and deformity. Increased understanding of the underlying pathophysiology of RA has made a remarkable difference in its treatment and prognosis. Numerous therapeutic agents with diverse targets and mechanisms have been added to the RA armamentarium, allowing for intervention at various stages in the pathogenic process of the disease. This activity will review clinical advances in RA as well as psoriatic arthritis (PsA) and spondyloarthropathy (SpA)....More »
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Immune-mediated inflammatory disease (IMID) is a group of clinically heterogenous disorders that share common immunopathology. The continued evaluation and refinement of biologic therapies in the treatment of IMID have provided significant benefit to patients suffering from these disorders. However, recognizing the underlying immunopathological mechanisms of IMID is essential for understanding how current and emerging biologics exert their effects. In this CME educational activity, held during the Association of Women in Rheumatology National Conference, experts in the field will review and discuss the immunological pathways that regulate the activity of the immune system in IMID...More »
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Psoriasis is a chronic inflammatory disease affecting more than 3% of the general population. Among patients with psoriasis, 5% to 30% are affected by psoriatic arthritis (PsA). Patients with psoriasis and comorbid PsA experience significant disease burden, including reduced quality of life, decreased physical function, and increased comorbidities. Despite recent advances in understanding the pathophysiology and improved treatment options, psoriasis and PsA remain underdiagnosed and undertreated. To improve outcomes for patients with psoriasis and PsA, it is important for physicians to understand the domains of disease activity, associated comorbidities, and available treatment options. This case-based activity utilizes a question-and-answer format to review the clinical evidence as well as guideline recommendations for the diagnosis and treatment of psoriasis and PsA...More »
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Psoriasis is a chronic inflammatory disease affecting more than 3% of the general population. Among patients with psoriasis, 5% to 30% are affected by psoriatic arthritis (PsA). Patients with psoriasis and comorbid PsA experience significant disease burden, including reduced quality of life, decreased physical function, and increased comorbidities. Despite recent advances in understanding the pathophysiology and improved treatment options, psoriasis and PsA remain underdiagnosed and undertreated. To improve outcomes for patients with psoriasis and PsA, it is important for physicians to understand the domains of disease activity, associated comorbidities, and available treatment options. This case-based activity utilizes a question-and-answer format to review the clinical evidence as well as guideline recommendations for the diagnosis and treatment of psoriasis and PsA...More »
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In this audio panel discussion, Drs. Calabrese, Gibofsky, and Molloy discuss the abstracts they found most compelling that were presented at the 2016 EULAR Congress...More »
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In this Curbside Consult, Leonard H. Calabrese, DO and Elizabeth Kirchner, MSN, CNP examine the immunopathogenesis and therapeutic landscape of RA and allied conditions as well as strategies to...More »
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Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a progressive and painful systemic inflammatory disease that preferentially attacks the synovium of the joint leading to joint destruction, debility, and deformity...More »
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In this series of Curbside Consults, experts in RA will present cases from their own practices and have a collegial discussion about the challenges introduced by the cases, with a focus on key concepts in immunology as they relate to clinical care...More »
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In this series of Curbside Consults, experts in RA will present cases from their own practices and have a collegial discussion about the challenges introduced by the cases, with a focus on key concepts in immunology as they relate to clinical care....More »
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In this Curbside Consult, Leonard H. Calabrese, DO and Elizabeth Kirchner, MSN, CNP examine the immunopathogenesis and therapeutic landscape of RA and allied conditions as well as strategies to mitigate risk from biologic and immune-based agents...More »
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In this Curbside Consult, Leonard Calabrese, DO and Allan Gibofsky, MD, JD, MACR, FACP, FCLM examine the immunopathogenesis and therapeutic landscape of RA and allied conditions as well as strategies to mitigate risk from biologic and immune-based agents...More »
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In this Curbside Consult, Jonathan Kay, MD and Allan Gibofsky, MD, JD, MACR, FACP, FCLM examine the immunopathogenesis and therapeutic landscape of RA and allied conditions as well as strategies to mitigate risk from biologic and immune-based agents...More »
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In this Curbside Consult, Leonard H. Calabrese, DO and Elizabeth Kirchner, MSN, CNP describe the underlying principles of innate and adaptive immunity as they contribute to understanding the mechanism of action of existing and developing immune-based therapies...More »
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This highly interactive infographic activity will walk you through the latest advancements in the immunologic mechanisms involved in the pathogenesis and treatment of rheumatoid arthritis. You will be able to see and interact with phases of pre-RA, body modifications that occur in established RA, and get an overview of currently available treatment options...More »
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A disease of immune dysregulation, the management of rheumatoid arthritis (RA) necessitates a well-grounded understanding of immunology. In this activity, the pathogenesis, pathophysiology, and… More »
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The immune system has many complex components. In this activity, learners will review the role complement plays in host protection and, conversely, how its disruption may contribute to the… More »