Schroeder Arthritis Institute Newsletter October 2024

Rosa Tavares is a Medical Secretary within the Division of Rheumatology at the Schroeder Arthritis Institute, supporting Dr. Lori Albert and Dr. Sindhu Johnson. Rosa first joined Toronto Western Hospital in 1986 as a Ward Clerk in the ambulatory care clinic and later moved to the neurosurgery department and the sleep clinic. She joined the Division of Rheumatology in 2006 and has been in her role as a Medical Secretary since then. Some of Rosa's responsibilities include maintaining and processing patient referrals, scheduling patient appointments, updating patient profiles and records, and prioritizing patient related inquiries and concerns. Rosa is also responsible for doing billing and invoicing in the office.

Rosa's motivation stems from being in a role that directly impacts patients and having the opportunity to show the utmost patient care in the office. "My goal is to ensure that patients are always prioritized, that all their requests are handled in a timely fashion and that they are always taken care of right away. I always ensure to go out of my way to acknowledge their care and their needs." Rosa has received the Honour Your Hero with 18 patients throughout her role in the organization. Honour Your Hero is a University Health Network Foundation program that gives patients the opportunity to show their gratitude support through the form of a donation under the name of a care giver. It's truly wonderful to recognize that Rosa's patient care has positively impacted the patients in our clinic.

When asked what her Mantra of Success is, Rosa expressed "Always be ready to listen to patients to provide them with the best care possible. Making sure patients feel heard is very important." She is a very empathetic person and always maintains honesty and provides care to the best of her ability. "As an immigrant from Portugal, I have worked with many patients from all walks of life, and this extenuates my level of understanding of care for patients who are entering an environment that may be new or unfamiliar to them."

Rosa's colleagues and friends describe her as a very compassionate person. Having the opportunity to move to Canada from her small town in Portugal, she is very humble and is truly very grateful for everything she has been able to accomplish through her journey so far. She is also described as someone who is very dedicated to her family, her friends and her work. "I love coming to work. I always put my best in all that I do. When I am faced with a challenging situation, I think outside of the box and find solutions and look for the best ways to handle a problem."

A fun fact about Rosa is that she is very outgoing and loves spending time with her family especially at family gatherings. She also enjoys taking time to wind down and relax by doing yoga. On the other hand, she equally loves spending time with others and enjoys traveling to different countries, especially sunny destinations.

Rosa expressed how grateful she feels to work with an incredible team at the Schroeder Arthritis Institute. "I genuinely enjoy spending time both in and out of work with my colleagues. I am blessed to work with outstanding physicians and the great team we have at the Institute. I know that I can always count on their support as they can always count on mine."

On behalf of the Schroeder Arthritis Institute, we are thankful for Rosa's exceptional contributions to the growth and success of the Institute.

Marsha Alvares is a Project Director within the Division of Orthopedics at the Schroeder Arthritis Institute. Sitting down with Marsha, one can quickly identify her genuine passion for patient care and her commitment to fostering a positive team environment within the Schroeder Arthritis Institute. Marsha began her journey at the University Health Network in 2010, joining Altum Health as a Registered Physiotherapist in the Outpatient Physiotherapy Department. Her dedication and work ethic quickly led her to the role of Clinical Practice Leader, across the breadth of their WSIB specialty programs.

A drive to further enhance patient care at a model of care level led her to complete the Advanced Clinician Practitioner in Arthritis Care (ACPAC) program in 2015. Armed with advanced training and a renewed passion for a more holistic approach to orthopaedic assessment, she joined the Division of Orthopaedics in 2018 as an Advanced Physiotherapist Practitioner to develop and implement the Hip and Knee Rapid Access Clinic. By 2019, she stepped into a managerial role to oversee the roll out of Bundled Care expand rapid access clinics within the Division.

In early 2024, Marsha embraced a new challenge as Project Director within the Division of Orthopaedics. In this multifaceted role, she oversees strategic projects that drive innovation, quality care delivery and operational efficiency. Her responsibilities are diverse, ranging from managing the outpatient orthopaedics team, to driving organizational initiatives such as the EPIC implementation and most recently the launch of Ocean eReferral. As co-lead of the SAI's Health Equity strategy, Marsha is deeply committed to equitable healthcare delivery and enhancing staff education on inclusion, diversity, equity, accessibility, and anti-racism. She is particularly focused on reaching marginalized communities to ensure they receive comprehensive care. This commitment not only reflects her professional goals but also her personal values, as she strives to bridge gaps in healthcare access and understanding. "I truly love my role", she shares. "Every day is different, and the diversity in my role affords me the opportunity to be involved in multiple aspects of the Division, working collaboratively with my colleagues to improve access to care and ensure a positive patient experience."

Her commitment to enhancing the healthcare experience for patients is evident in her belief that quality care begins with a dedicated and joyful team. "When a team is happy and engaged, they naturally go above and beyond for their patients," she explains. This philosophy, along with the mentorship of leaders like Silvi Groe and Dr. Christian Veillette, have influenced Marsha's leadership style and fueled her desire to make a positive impact. When asked about her mantra for success, Marsha says, "Lead with kindness. Embracing collaboration and leveraging the strengths of those around you can transform challenges into opportunities." She believes that a positive mindset can help teams navigate obstacles and foster growth.

Beyond her professional endeavors, Marsha has always had a passion for the performing arts. With a background in dance, she competed and performed professionally for years, and was a member of the inaugural Toronto Blue Jays dance team, the Fanatiks, back in 1999! Today, she still enjoys a dance party but mostly dances to embarrass her children!

Feeling fortunate to be part of the Schroeder Arthritis Institute, Marsha says, "We have an incredible leadership team and a highly motivated staff. Their strong vision aligns with my own values, and being part of an organization that continually strives to make a meaningful impact on patient care inspires me every day."

On behalf of the Schroeder Arthritis Institute, we are thankful for Marsha's outstanding contributions to the growth and success of the Institute.

Dr. Nigil Haroon, Head of the Division of Rheumatology at the Schroeder Arthritis Institute, was recently appointed to join the Board of Directors for the Arthritis Society Canada.

Dr. Christopher Kim, Surgeon Scientist within the Division of Orthopedics at the Schroeder Arthritis Institute, was recently appointed as an Associate Member, Graduate Faculty Appointment at the Institute of Medical Science (IMS).

Dr. Robert Inman, Co-Director of the Schroeder Arthritis Institute and Senior Scientist within the Division of Rheumatology at the Institute, was recently elected to the Canadian Academy of Health Sciences.

Dr. Zahi Touma, Director of the Lupus Program within the Division of Rheumatology at the Schroeder Arthritis Institute, was recently nominated to serve on The American College of Rheumatology - The Committee on Quality of Care as a Member-at-Large for the 2024-2027 term.

Dr. Jason Rockel was recently appointed as Staff Scientist in Omic Technologies in Arthritis within the Division of Orthopedics at the Schroeder Arthritis Institute. Dr. Rockel previously served as a Senior Scientific Associate within the Division of Orthopedics at the Institute since 2015.

Dr. Dafna Gladman, Senior Scientist within the Division of Rheumatology at the Schroeder Arthritis Institute, was recently ranked the 2nd Best Female Scientist in Canada for 2024, by Research.com. Dr. Gladman also ranked 82nd Best Female Scientist in the world.

Dr. Sindhu Johnson, Director of the Toronto Scleroderma Program and Clinician Scientist within the Division of Rheumatology at the Schroeder Arthritis Institute, recently received a grant from Scleroderma Canada for her project titled "Analysis of epigenetic contributions to systemic sclerosis pathogenesis."

Dr. Andy Wong, Scientist within the Osteoporosis Program at the Schroeder Arthritis Institute, recently received a grant from the Government of Canada, through the Canada Foundation for Innovation's John R. Evans Leaders Fund, for his project "Sarcopenia and Musculoskeletal Interactions (SaMI) Collaborative Hub."

Griffin Copp is a Master's Student within the Division of Orthopedics at the Schroeder Arthritis Institute, supervised by Dr. Sowmya Viswanathan, and co-supervised by Dr. Rajiv Gandhi. As he nears the end of his program, he is currently finishing his Master's thesis. His arthritis research in the lab was focused on mesenchymal stromal cells that are used as cell therapy to alleviate, focusing on injections to knee and joints. His team has been translationally focused through running clinical trials and the goal is to run more clinical trials in the future. One of Griffin's roles in the lab was to scale up the manufacturing of the cells from research quantities to clinical quantities and keeping them healthy and maintaining therapeutic properties.

Looking towards the future, Griffin is starting a new position at the University Health Network as a Clinical Engineer at Toronto General Hospital. Griffin's motivation stems from his drive to make patient care more effective and efficient. His goal is to get closer to the application of care and help with the implementation of technologies and hospital equipment which will directly impact patient care and increase efficiency to hospital and clinical care.

A fun fact about Griffin is that he is very passionate about staying active and he plays a variety of sports. He was on the ski team during his undergraduate program at McGill University, he helped with the squash club during his Master's at the University of Toronto, and he has completed many triathlons. Recently, he has started doing cross fit training and is hoping to join a running club at the University Health Network.

Griffin is very grateful for his entire experience with the Schroeder Arthritis Institute and is looking forward to starting his new journey in his new role as a Clinical Engineer. "My supervisor Dr. Viswanathan was amazing to work with. She was very understanding and supportive and my time spent with my amazing team at the Institute has been an incredible learning experience."

You can connect with Griffin and follow his research updates on LinkedIn and Research Gate.

On behalf of the Schroeder Arthritis Institute, we are grateful that Griffin is a part of our team and wish him all the success in his future.

Katie Soro is a Summer Research Student within the Hand Program at the Schroeder Arthritis Institute, supervised by Dr. Heather Baltzer. She will be starting her second year of the Bachelor of Health Sciences program at Queens University this Fall. At the Institute, Katie's research focus was mainly on hand osteoarthritis. Her main project this summer was looking at the histopathology of treapeziometacarpal osteoarthritis and relating it to clinical outcomes. Katie had the chance to gain valuable hands-on experience while learning about the histopathology of osteoarthritis within a lab setting and using standard scoring techniques to evaluate the disease. In addition, Katie had the opportunity to attend numerous seminars and observe osteoarthritis cases in a clinical setting, while working closely with Daniel Antflek, the Clinical Research Coordinator for the Hand Program at the Institute. This mix of research and clinical work was a great experience for Katie over the summer. In addition, Katie presented her research at the UHN Star Program event, where she also had the chance to listen to the projects of over one hundred other students in various areas of research. As she continues her studies this Fall, she will continue to work remotely on these research projects with Dr. Baltzer.

Looking towards the future, Katie aspires to attend medical school and become an orthopedic surgeon. "Throughout my education, I hope to continue to contribute to scientific research, specifically in the field of musculoskeletal diseases. Being able to move pain free is very important and I hope to make a difference in the lives of patients." Growing up, science, especially biology, has always been an area of interest for Katie. Knowing that there is always more to learn in this field is something that keeps her engaged and motivated.

A fun fact about Katie is that she started golfing in the past few years and even worked at a golf course the past two summers. She was very happy to share that she recently got her first birdie in golf.

Katie showed immense gratitude for the experience she was able to have at the Schroeder Arthritis Institute. "Receiving this opportunity after my first year of university has been absolutely amazing and I am very excited to see what my future holds. I am beyond thankful for the guidance I received from my team at the Institute and from my supervisor, Dr. Heather Baltzer."

You can connect with Katie and follow her research updates on LinkedIn.

On behalf of the Schroeder Arthritis Institute, we are grateful that Katie is a part of our team and wish her all the success in her future.

Dr. Mozhgan Rasti, Research Technician within the Division of Orthopedics at the Schroeder Arthritis Institute, was recently awarded the Travel Award to attend the 2024 Till & McCulloch Meetings, Montreal from the Stem Cell Network.

Wils Nielsen, PhD Student within the Division of Rheumatology at the Schroeder Arthritis Institute, supervised by Dr. Zahi Touma, was recently awarded the PhD Salary Award from the Arthritis Society Canada for his project titled "Updating the Systemic Lupus Erythematosus Care Outcome Set."

Dr. Paramvir Kaur, Postdoctoral Fellow within the Division of Orthopedics at the Schroeder Arthritis Institute, supervised by Dr. Mohit Kapoor, was recently awarded the Postdoctoral Fellowship Award from the Arthritis Society Canada for her project titled "Elucidating the role of progesterone receptor (PGR) in synovial pathology associated with osteoarthritis."

Atoosa Ziyaeyan, PhD student within the Division of Orthopedics at the Schroeder Arthritis Institute, supervised by Dr. Sowmya Viswanathan, recently received the 2024-2025 Sally and Paul Wang Distinguished Graduate Scholarship from the Institute of Biomedical Engineering at the University of Toronto.

Atoosa was also recently awarded a Travel Award to attend the 2024 Till & McCulloch Meetings, Montreal, from the Stem Cell Network.

Madhumitha Ramamurthy, PhD Student within the Division of Orthopedics at the Schroeder Arthritis Institute, supervised by Dr. Sowmya Viswanathan, recently received the Pauline Wong Scholarship from the Institute of Biomedical Engineering at the University of Toronto.

Madhumitha was also recently awarded a Travel Award to attend the 2024 Till & McCulloch Meeting, Montreal, from the Stem Cell Network.

Zi Xuan Zhang, PhD Student within the Division of Orthopedics at the Schroeder Arthritis Institute, supervised by Dr. Sowmya Viswanathan, was recently awarded the 2024-2025 Faculty of Science & Engineering Graduate Student Endowment Fund Award from the Institute of Biomedical Engineering at the University of Toronto.

Hayley Peters, Graduate Student within the Division of Orthopedics at the Schroeder Arthritis Institute, supervised by Dr. Mohit Kapoor, was recently awarded the Best Presentation for Graduate Students Award at the 3rd International Workshop on the Epigenetics of Osteoarthritis for her project titled "Cell and transcriptomic diversity of infra patellar fat pad during knee osteoarthritis."

Kabriya Thavaratnam, PhD Candidate within the Division of Orthopedics at the Schroeder Arthritis Institute, supervised by Dr. Mohit Kapoor, was recently awarded the Best Pitch Presentation Award at the 3rd International Workshop on the Epigenetics of Osteoarthritis for her project titled "An atlas of the synovium in knee osteoarthritis: fibroblast activation defines disease progression."

Dr. Amit Sandhu, Postdoctoral Fellow within the Division of Orthopedics at the Schroeder Arthritis Institute, supervised by Dr. Mohit Kapoor, was recently awarded the Highest Social Media Activity Award at the 3rd International Workshop on the Epigenetics of Osteoarthritis.

Dr. Anthony Perruccio, Senior Scientist within the Division of Orthopedics at the Schroeder Arthritis Institute, was recently featured in a podcast titled "Not just for seniors: The hidden struggle of younger adults with osteoarthritis", by Joint Action with Dr. David Hunter, Professor at the University of Sydney, Australia. In this podcast, Dr. Perruccio discusses his group's recent published findings, titled "Old Before Their Time? The Impact of Osteoarthritis on Younger Adults." This article highlights the significant and equivalent impacts of osteoarthritis in younger and older adults alike. These include number of affected joints, severe and frequent joint paint and fatigue, and limitations in activity and sleep, among others. Also highlighted is the significant delay in osteoarthritis diagnosis for younger adults.

Listen to the podcast here.

Dr. Megan Himmel, Rheumatologist within the Division of Rheumatology at the Schroeder Arthritis Institute was featured in a radio feature by Zoomer Radio, for Arthritis Awareness Month in September, discussing the importance of arthritis research and the incredible research being done at the Schroeder Arthritis Institute.

Listen to the radio feature here.

Maurie Sherman from The Roz & Mocha Show shares how a routine day turned into a life-changing journey after a serious injury. Thanks to the incredible care at the University Health Network (UHN), Maurie's experience was not just about medical treatment, it was about becoming part of a community.

Read the UHN Foundation story here.

Research led by Dr. Akihiro Nakamura and Dr. Nigil Haroon, from the Schroeder Arthritis Institute, was highlighted in an article by the University Health Network. Their research identifies key proteins and shows significant insights into the mechanisms underlying spondyloarthritis, an inflammatory disease that affects the spine and joints.

Read the article here.

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Research led by Dr. Amit Sandhu and Dr. Katrina Hueniken, from the Schroeder Arthritis Institute, was highlighted in an article by the University Health Network. Their research uncovers a molecular profile of changes that follow ACL injury and surgery.

Read the article here.

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Dr. Sindhu Johnson, Director of the Toronto Scleroderma Program and Clinician Scientist within the Division of Rheumatology at the Schroeder Arthritis Institute, was featured in a Healio Article titled "ACR advises against glucocorticoids for interstitial lung disease in systemic sclerosis.

Read the article here.

Dr. Robert Inman, Co-Director of the Schroeder Arthritis Institute and Senior Scientist within the Division of Rheumatology at the Institute, was mentioned in Steff Dipardo's patient experience story. The article is titled "My low back pain turned out to be a rare inflammatory disease with no cure."

Read the article here.

Dr. Amit Sandhu is a Postdoctoral Fellow at the Schroeder Arthritis Institute, supervised by Dr. Mohit Kapoor. In 2021, he immigrated from Punjab which is a vibrant state in the north of India and joined the Institute where he started his fellowship in the Kapoor lab. His research focuses on uncovering early molecular changes in the biofluid of patients who underwent total knee replacements and ACL Surgery.

Almost three months ago, Dr. Sandhu had the opportunity to start his writing internship with the Schroeder Arthritis Institute in collaboration with Critical Reviews in Clinical Laboratory Sciences. Within the internship, Dr. Sandhu had the opportunity to work closely with Editor-in-Chief, Dr. Khosrow Adeli, and Academic Assistant, Olivia A. Landon, gaining insights into how editor works, from the initial submission of a paper all the way to the acceptance. The primary goal was to be guided through the entire publication process, and he received the behind the scenes of how this process truly functions. "This was a fascinating journey for me. I learned the essential steps involved in peer reviewing, I gained comprehensive knowledge on how manuscripts should be evaluated, and I now have first-hand knowledge on how to better critically assess research quality, relevance and originality." Although Dr. Sandhu has prior experience reviewing with some journals including those from Springer Nature, MDPI, Science Direct, and Wolters Kluwer, this internship helped polish his skills and provided him with a more in-depth knowledge on what to look during review process.

Looking towards the future, Dr. Sandhu hopes to continue his research in molecular biology with a focus on RNA and other signature biomarkers in osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. By deepening his understanding of disease mechanisms, he aims to contribute innovative approaches to treatment development. He aspires to one day lead his own research team and collaborate internationally, driving new scientific discoveries and advancements in the field.

Knowing that his research work can lead to improving the treatment of arthritis, specifically osteoarthritis, this motivates Dr. Sandhu to continue his research work every day. "I am driven by the collaborative work I do with others and seeing the continuous progress that we make."

A fun fact about Dr. Sandhu is that he is fascinated by interstellar space, galaxies and the entire universe. He also has a great passion for gardening. "I love exploring the wonders of both cosmos and my backyard. I love gardening and whenever I'm free, I love to explore videos of space and different planets.

Dr. Sandhu expressed how thankful he is to work with his incredible team at the Schroeder Arthritis Institute. "I am blessed to work with this team. Everyone has their own specialty, and we can all learn from each other in the Kapoor lab. My supervisor Dr. Mohit Kapoor is so helpful, and he is always behind us and supporting us."

On behalf of the Schroeder Arthritis Institute, we are grateful for Dr. Sandhu's outstanding contributions to the growth and success of the Institute.

Dr. Behdad Ravarian is a Board-Certified Orthopedic Surgeon at the Schroeder Arthritis Institute. He recently joined Dr. Mohit Kapoor's Lab at the Institute as a Research Fellow and Animal Surgeon. On a day-to-day basis, Dr. Ravarian is involved in numerous osteoarthritis related research projects with the lab team and also continues to perform microsurgeries in a clinical setting.

Almost three months ago, Dr. Ravarian began his ongoing writing internship journey with the Schroeder Arthritis Institute in collaboration with Critical Reviews in Clinical Laboratory Sciences, under the supervision of Dr. Khosrow Adeli. This internship has been an excellent educational opportunity to get familiarized with the full peer reviewing process including understanding what happens with papers that are submitted to journals. In addition to learning the peer-reviewing process, Dr. Ravarian had the opportunity to peer review papers himself and gain the experience upfront. "This internship was a great opportunity for me to enhance my scientific writing skills because I now know what is most important for journals and how papers are best written for specific journals." Dr. Ravarian noted that the highlight of his internship experience has been working with Editor-in-Chief, Dr. Khosrow Adeli, and having his experience shared and his knowledge as a mentor was incredible.

Looking towards the future, Dr. Ravarian is passionate about continuing his research in the field of osteoarthritis and hand and upper extremity osteoarthritis. Prior to joining Dr. Mohit Kapoor's lab, he was mainly in clinical practice, performing knee replacement surgeries and microsurgeries, and now, having the chance to be part of the research team in the lab has been very rewarding as he is exploring ways to cure osteoarthritis. Clinical work and research go hand in hand, and he is happy to have the chance to be part of both areas. "I am very fascinated by the amazing work we do here in the Kapoor lab." Moving forward, Dr. Ravarian hopes to continue contributing to the medical community at the Schroeder Arthritis Institute.

The challenge to get better every day motivates Dr. Ravarian to continue doing the work he does. "Seeing such great characters and professors such as Dr. Mohit Kapoor really motivates me and makes me want to improve every day."

A fun fact about Dr. Ravarian is that he has a keen interest in cooking, especially Persian foods. He finds cooking a way to wind down and relax after a long day.

Dr. Ravarian is incredibly thankful for the opportunity he was given through the internship and for the work he can do at the Schroeder Arthritis Institute.

On behalf of the Schroeder Arthritis Institute, we are grateful for Dr. Ravarian's outstanding contributions to the growth and success of the Institute.

Selvin Leenus is a Project Coordinator at the Schroeder Arthritis Institute. He joined the Institute in June of 2023, and works under the supervision of Silvi Groe, Clinical Director of the Institute. Some of his key responsibilities are managing and coordinating quality work projects and joint work projects. Selvin started medical school in 2023 and has been balancing his studies and his work since then. In his part-time position at the Institute, he plays an integral role in highlighting publications that are put out at the Institute and helping expand and promote different initiates that the Institute conducts.

Almost three months ago, Selvin had the opportunity to start his writing internship with the Schroeder Arthritis Institute in collaboration with Critical Reviews in Clinical Laboratory Sciences. Over the past few months, Selvin had the chance to learn about the peer review and publication process. "I found this very important for when writing manuscripts and it was great to understand how this process works." Some of the key things he learned was the main role of the editor and peer reviewer, from the submission process all the way to accepting a manuscript. Selvin also had the opportunity to learn and practice how to proofread, track, submit feedback and was able to participate in many meetings where more details were discussed. There were many transferable skills that Selvin was able to benefit from. "This internship has helped me advance in my current work. I now know how to appropriately edit and read different publication styles such as scientific and commentary, how to analyze and evaluate, and the best way to provide efficient feedback."

Looking towards the future, Selvin hopes to continue making a difference in the field of healthcare. "I hope to be able to directly help patients through direct care and at the same time continue quality improvement work." Selvin enjoys working in a clinical setting with patients and at the same time recognizes the importance of research as a fuel for future treatments. "Clinical work and research go hand in hand and help each other excel."

Making a positive difference in patients' lives is what motivates Leenus. "As an aspiring healthcare provider, seeing progress and making positive changes on the quality of life for patients is a big motivator for me."

A fun fact about Selvin is that he enjoys cooking and baking. His creative side shows the most when he bakes different types of cakes and decorates them.

"I am really grateful to be able to work on meaningful projects and initiatives at the Schroeder Arthritis Institute with an inspiring team. My team is very supportive in my current role and with my future aspirations and I look forward to continuing supporting different initiatives at the Institute and hopefully join as a physician in the future."

On behalf of the Schroeder Arthritis Institute, we are grateful for Selvin's outstanding contributions to the growth and success of the Institute.

The Schroeder Arthritis Institute hosted the a Research Trainee & Staff Career Development Seminar on July 24, 2024, with invited speaker, Dr. L.C. Cameron, Scientific Associate at the Schroeder Arthritis Institute, Krembil Research Institute, at the University Health Network. Dr. L.C. Cameron presented on "From Microcosm to Macrocosm: the '-Omics' Multi-omics and Sportomics Approaches in Exercise and Sports."

The Schroeder Arthritis Institute hosted the 69th Arthritis Web Seminar Series Lecture on July 30, 2024. Our guest speaker, Dr. Rachel Miller, Associate Professor in the Division of Rheumatology, Department of Physiology & Biophysics, at Rush University Medical Center, gave a seminar on "Pain and Osteoarthritis: What is New."

Click here to watch the recorded seminar.

The Schroeder Arthritis Institute hosted the 70th Arthritis Web Seminar Series Lecture on September 24, 2024. Our guest speaker, Dr. Bruce N. Cronstein, Paul R. Esserman Professor of Medicine at NYU School of Medicine, gave a seminar on "Purine Metabolism and Receptors in Osteoarthritis"

Click here to watch the recorded seminar.