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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 />

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.

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