This comprehensive point-of-care guide serves as an invaluable resource for healthcare practitioners dealing with rheumatologic problems. It covers a wide array of topics, including:
Conducting physical examinations and approaching common rheumatologic presentations.
Selecting and interpreting laboratory tests and imaging effectively.
Addressing specific rheumatologic emergencies and recognizing when to involve rheumatologists and other specialists.
Techniques for joint aspiration and injection.
Frequent complaints like joint pain, back pain, and weakness drive individuals to seek medical assistance. This handbook empowers practitioners to refine their patient history-taking and examination skills, make informed choices regarding diagnostic tests, and initiate appropriate therapies when necessary.
Endorsed by the Canadian Rheumatology Association, “The Rheumatology Handbook for Clinicians” is an indispensable resource tailored for practicing physicians and trainees in rheumatology, internal medicine, family medicine, and other healthcare professionals working in related fields.
This updated edition features an expanded therapeutics section, addressing infection-related rheumatic problems, including those related to COVID-19, and emerging syndromes such as rheumatic immune-mediated adverse effects of cancer immunotherapy. It remains a vital tool for staying current and effective in the field of rheumatology.
