Follow current COVID19 precautions. Most of our Rheum Dz pts are safe on current therapies. I would advise tp continue biologics/immunosuppressives to maintain dz control. Only stop if the pt is hospitalized or has a high fever >102F (and call you/MD for further instruction)

A question from #RNL2020 by @RheumNow regarding my talk about "Using questions to Enhance Rheumatology Education:" "Do you think its best to ask questions before or after the lecture?"

Clinic rules for me: 1) wash hands after every patient; 2) wear gloves when examining pt; 3) Clean workspace and phone BID; 4) Leave the room to cough; if coughing alot - wear a mask, get tested or stay home

We had a discussion at RheumNow Live with an ID expert. There is no compelling reason to stop biologics or immunosuppressives because of COVID19. There is research on the potential benefits of Plaquenil, baricitinib and IL-6 inhibitors in Rxing COVID19

Follow current COVID19 precautions. Most of our Rheum Dz pts are safe on current therapies. I would advise tp continue biologics/immunosuppressives to maintain dz control. Only stop if the pt is hospitalized or has a high fever >102F (and call you/MD for further instruction)

Bush administration developed federal guidelines for a public-health crisis. Among the core principles are “be first,” “be right,” “be credible,” “show respect” and “promote action.” This should apply to our current crisis.

Hyper IgD syndrome. Dr. Dan Kastner #RNL2020 https://t.co/PF5TxDzvdt

Features of TRAPS. Episodes last 4 to 6 weeks. Amyloid in 10 to 15%. Dr. Dan Kastner #RNL2020 https://t.co/E3CjPa7EVA

Key features of FMF Dr. Dan Kastner #RNL2020 https://t.co/8BmXxRMvEi

5 known inflammasomes and what activates them Dr. Hal Hoffman #RNL2020 https://t.co/3qxs1c13YN

Diseases associated with NLRP3 mutations Dr Hal Hoffman #RNL2020 https://t.co/pN2c2LhjJe

A fabulous quote delivered by PsA advocate Tena Brown @tenabrown #RNL2020 https://t.co/xgzTI2hADW

Work force short falls in Rheumatology. Dr. Chad Deal #RNL2020 https://t.co/TAl6KiJnW8

Pregnant with lupus, who else should the pt. See. Dr. Megan Clowse #RNL2020 https://t.co/BbfAas7fqJ

Big teratogenic risk with MMF And CTX. Dr. Megan Clowse #RNL2020 https://t.co/gWPiUbaKr3