Keri Losavio

Year Event 1976 In recognition that rheumatic diseases in children were distinct from those in adults, the first pediatric rheumatology meeting was held.1 1989 The ACR recognized pediatric rheumatology as a subspecialty.1 1992 The American Board of Pediatrics (ABP) first offered certification in pediatric rheumatology.2 1992 In a landmark study, Gianinni et al.

In this episode, Dr. Kumar describes the concept of trained innate immunity. With an emphasis on shared decision making between clinicians and patients, an updated, comprehensive guideline on the screening, monitoring and treatment of lupus nephritis (LN) was released by the ACR in May 2025. On Feb.

Hosted by Bharat Kumar, MD, MME, FACP, FAAAAI, RhMSUS, physician editor, The Rheumatologist In this episode, Dr. Kumar talks about the role of wonder in rheumatology clinics. VIDEO Editor’s note: Read Dr. Kumar’s Rheuminations™ on this topic. Visit the archives for the full issue.