Past, present and future of rheumatology
Past, present and future of rheumatology
Past, present and future of rheumatology
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MSD invites you to<br />
<strong>Past</strong>, <strong>present</strong> <strong>and</strong> <strong>future</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>rheumatology</strong><br />
A review <strong>of</strong> diagnosis <strong>and</strong> treatment, particularly with biologics<br />
This is an MSD symposium
MSD invites you to<br />
<strong>Past</strong>, <strong>present</strong> <strong>and</strong> <strong>future</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>rheumatology</strong><br />
Advances in technology <strong>and</strong> the<br />
introduction <strong>of</strong> biologics have revolutionised<br />
the diagnosis <strong>and</strong> treatment <strong>of</strong> rheumatic<br />
diseases, but are we losing our focus on<br />
the individual patient? This symposium will<br />
evaluate past approaches to diagnosis<br />
<strong>and</strong> treatment <strong>and</strong> explore potential new<br />
strategies that could enhance patient care<br />
<strong>and</strong> optimise outcomes.<br />
The opening session will revisit the<br />
foundations <strong>of</strong> <strong>rheumatology</strong> clinical<br />
practice <strong>and</strong> the origins <strong>of</strong> diagnosis<br />
<strong>and</strong> treatment. We will then move on<br />
to discuss current challenges <strong>and</strong><br />
controversies, such as timing <strong>of</strong> treatment<br />
initiation <strong>and</strong> the most appropriate<br />
measures <strong>of</strong> clinical success.<br />
Finally we will look to the <strong>future</strong> to<br />
investigate new treatments <strong>and</strong> regimens<br />
that could improve patient outcomes.<br />
How can we ensure that we provide the<br />
maximum value for patients?<br />
Please join us for what promises to be an informative <strong>and</strong> interactive discussion<br />
surrounding the evolution <strong>of</strong> treatment, particularly biologics, in rheumatic diseases.
Chaired by former MP John Reid, Baron Reid <strong>of</strong> Cardowan<br />
The former Home Secretary has held a number <strong>of</strong> parliamentary positions,<br />
including Secretary <strong>of</strong> State for Health between June 2003 <strong>and</strong> May 2005.<br />
Lessons from past clinical practice in <strong>rheumatology</strong><br />
Dr Andrew Bamji, Consultant Rheumatologist, Queen Mary’s Hospital, Sidcup<br />
Current treatment paradigms in <strong>rheumatology</strong><br />
Dr Andrew Östör, Consultant Rheumatologist, Addenbrooke’s Hospital, Cambridge<br />
What does the <strong>future</strong> in <strong>rheumatology</strong> hold?<br />
Pr<strong>of</strong>. Peter Taylor, Consultant Rheumatologist, Imperial College NHS Healthcare Trust, London<br />
13 th<br />
April<br />
18:15 – 19:45
Join us<br />
Hilton Brighton Metropole<br />
Cannon Place<br />
To Brighton<br />
Train Station<br />
(A2010) West Street<br />
Regency Suite, Ground Floor, Hilton Brighton Metropole<br />
Wednesday 13 April, 2011<br />
18.15 – 19.45<br />
(A259) King’s Road<br />
The Gr<strong>and</strong><br />
For more information about Rheumatology 2011,<br />
visit the BSR website www.<strong>rheumatology</strong>.org.uk<br />
For more information on the symposium, visit the MSD booth<br />
in the Durham Room, Hilton Brighton Metropole at BSR 2011<br />
Date <strong>of</strong> preparation: February 2011 02-12 RER/104002-11 ©Merck Sharp & Dohme Limited, 2011. All rights reserved.
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