Overview

Advancing rheumatology globally for 90 years

We are the UK's largest community of rheumatology professionals, bringing together expertise from the whole multi-disciplinary team and uniting professionals from across the world to champion the specialty and improve patient care.

We support rheumatology professionals throughout their careers, from training to retirement. With almost a century of history behind us, we continue to drive advances in the specialty, including producing industry-leading clinical guidelines, best practice guidance and publishing ground-breaking research. We shape the future of rheumatology, and you can too.

Your home in the international rheumatology community


Wherever you are based, BSR membership connects you to a collaborative international network of rheumatology professionals, and gives you the tools, evidence and community to advance your practice.

Special offer

Save 10% on your first year of BSR subscription with code LONDON10 (offer valid until 14 June 2026).

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What you’ll get as a BSR member:

  • Free access to Rheumatology, Rheumatology Advances in Practice and Musculoskeletal Care
  • 30% off article processing charges in RAP and a 25% Oxford University Press discount
  • Free access to our full eLearning library
  • Free access to database registers
  • Reduced rates on BSR conferences and CPD-accredited courses
  • Participation in our Special Interest Groups, where members shape the agenda in specific areas of the specialty/interest
  • Access to our 'gold standard' clinical guidelines and best practice resources

More from BSR

Our academic journals

Our journals are powered by a strong international community, helping them remain at the forefront of rheumatology research. Rheumatology and Rheumatology Advances in Practice are read by professionals worldwide and provide an excellent platform to publish your research on the international stage.

Members save 30% on publication fees for Rheumatology Advances in Practice and receive free access to all our journals, including Musculoskeletal Care through our partnership with Wiley.

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Trusted training and education

Our wide range of eLearning resources is available anytime, anywhere. Wherever you are in the world, you can access high-quality online courses, webinars and educational resources designed to develop your knowledge, support your career progression and enhance your practice.

Developed in collaboration with our members, our professional development courses cover disease management, practical skills and implementation of the latest guidance. Members also receive free access to our full eLearning library and reduced rates on our CPD-accredited courses and conferences.

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