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Our members are drawn from across the entire rheumatology specialty – those at the beginning of their career to the most senior consultants, researchers, academics and health professionals in the multi-disciplinary team. Together, they form a powerful voice for paediatric, adolescent and adult rheumatology in the UK.

The British Society for Rheumatology is the UK's leading specialist medical society for rheumatology and musculoskeletal professionals.

We support our members throughout their careers, allowing them to progress, collaborate and innovate so they can deliver the best care for their patients, improving the lives of children and adults with rheumatic and musculoskeletal disease.

Upcoming events

13-14 September 2019	13-14 September 2019 Rheumatology for Specialist Nurses - Brighton	To support our nurse members we have designed a course focusing on the clinical skills and knowledge required to provide excellent care within rheumatology.
16-19 September 2019	16-19 September 2019 Scleroderma Fellowship	This is a unique opportunity for members to experience hands-on clinical practice from leading experts in the management of scleroderma.
17 September 2019	17 September 2019 Lupus and Connective Tissue Diseases Day	We have endorsed the Lupus and Connective Tissue Diseases course that will take place before the 16th International Congress on Antiphospholipid Antibodies in Manchester.
24-25 September 2019	24-25 September 2019 Ultrasound for Rheumatology Practice - Belfast	Join us for the next stage of our Ultrasound training programme in Belfast, setting the standards for ultrasound training in the UK.
25 September 2019	25 September 2019 Core Skills in Musculoskeletal Care workshops - London	We have endorsed the Versus Arthritis Core Skills in musculoskeletal care workshops designed for GPs. Sign up now to improve your skills in treating your patients with musculoskeletal conditions.
26-27 September 2019	26-27 September 2019 Case-based Conference	Case-based Conference brings together consultants and next-generation rheumatologists to share and exchange clinical best practice.
7 October 2019	7 October 2019 Paediatric and Adolescent Rheumatology Research Day	This research day offers an excellent opportunity for young investigators at all levels of training to showcase their research in a friendly, enthusiastic environment.
8-9 October 2019	8-9 October 2019 Paediatric and Adolescent Rheumatology Conference	This is the dedicated conference for paediatric and adolescent rheumatology in the UK.
8 October 2019	8 October 2019 Free expert webinar: rheumatoid arthritis and exercises	Presented by Esther Williams, University of Oxford. In collaboration with Lilly UK, this expert webinar series is designed for nurses and healthcare professionals.
18 October 2019	18 October 2019 Osteoporosis: Diagnosis, Management and Clinical Application of Current Concepts	Topics include epidemiology and health burden, mechanisms, bone density and bone marker measurement and interpretation.
23 October 2019	23 October 2019 Core Skills in Musculoskeletal Care workshops - Leeds	We have endorsed the Versus Arthritis Core Skills in musculoskeletal care workshops designed for GPs. Sign up now to improve your skills in treating your patients with musculoskeletal conditions.
28 October 2019	28 October 2019 Transitional Care for Children and Young People	This is a multidisciplinary course with sharing of knowledge between adult and paediatric rheumatology professionals, including hands on practical and real-world advice about how to develop transitional services and interactive small group workshops.

Our 2019 Research Funding Call winners

Earlier this year we requested applications for Research Funding Call. Read all about the winners and their research projects.

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Support your specialty in our committee elections

We’re looking for enthusiastic and highly motivated people to help us deliver our new strategy

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Study group discusses exciting paediatric lupus developments

There were updates on a number of interesting initiatives being led by the group, including treat-to-target and immunopathology

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Clinical nurse specialists on paediatric education, research and current practice

Each year the group meets for education, research updates, discussion of current practice and reflection of issues affecting the group and families around the UK

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2019 prizes and award winners

Read on to find out who won prizes and awards from us this year

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Convenor Hans de Graaf on organising the Paediatric Research Day

Convenor Hans de Graaf talks about what he's looking for from submission to the Paediatric Research Day

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Researcher Lianne Kearsley-Fleet on presenting at the Paediatric Research Day

Researcher Lianne Kearsley-Fleet talks about her experience of presenting at the Paediatric Research Day and explains why you should too

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Our President's highlights from EULAR 2019

Read more about President Elizabeth Price's favourite session at EULAR 2019

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Highlights from our time at EULAR 2019

Catch up on our President and Vice-Presidents' EULAR highlights

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British Society for Rheumatology

The British Society for Rheumatology is the UK's leading specialist medical society for rheumatology and musculoskeletal professionals.

We support our members throughout their careers, allowing them to progress, collaborate and innovate so they can deliver the best care for their patients, improving the lives of children and adults with rheumatic and musculoskeletal disease.

Our 2019 Research Funding Call winners

Support your specialty in our committee elections

Study group discusses exciting paediatric lupus developments

Clinical nurse specialists on paediatric education, research and current practice

2019 prizes and award winners

Convenor Hans de Graaf on organising the Paediatric Research Day

Researcher Lianne Kearsley-Fleet on presenting at the Paediatric Research Day

Our President's highlights from EULAR 2019

Highlights from our time at EULAR 2019