Latest Headlines
-
Bridges named president of the Rheumatology Research Foundation
Bridges will serve a two-year term as president of a specialty research foundation. -
Unrecognized genetic variation in research mouse models can affect immune cells
Unsuspected genetic variation among strains of mice can surreptitiously confound data results. -
Machines help scientists spot new patterns in Alzheimer’s, cancer and more
Investigators attract major grants to use AI on failed drug trials, cell-free DNA and puzzling CT scans. -
New Faculty Spotlight, Amanda Schnell, MD
We are delighted to welcome Amanda Schnell, MD, to the Division. Dr. Schnell has been appointed Assistant Professor of Medicine and will see patients in the Rheumatology Clinic at The Kirklin Clinic.As a clinician-educator, Dr. Schnell brings both compassion and[…] -
DREAM Challenge to automate assessment of radiographic damage from rheumatoid arthritis
UAB is helping develop automated technology to assess joint damage from rheumatoid arthritis. -
Rheumatology Faculty and Fellows Visit Capitol Hill in Support of the Safe Step Act
Maggie Guthrie, MD, Lesley Jackson, MD, Amanda Schnell, MD, Kenneth G. Saag, MD, MSc, Courtney Crayne, MD, Nitasha Khullar, MD, and S. Louis Bridges, Jr., MD, Ph.D. were part of group of more than 100 patient advocates and individuals from The[…] -
Research points to possible target to treat idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis, or IPF
This study included preclinical experiments and use of bronchoalveolar cells from IPF patients. -
Max Cooper receives Lasker Award for immunology
Cooper spent 40 years at UAB, where he made countless discoveries in immunology. -
How IL-6 allows the immune response to develop for a key cell, the T follicular helper
These preclinical findings may have therapeutic potential for autoimmune diseases like lupus. -
The establishment of resident memory B cells in the lung requires local antigen encounter
The School of Medicine communications staff sat down with Dr. Randall to gain insights about his research, UAB, and the science community. -
Biomarker identified for early beta cell death in Type 1 diabetes
The biomarker can identify beta cell death in children and adults with recent-onset Type 1 diabetes and in antibody-positive at-risk subjects before disease onset. -
Three generations linked from shared rheumatic disease experiences
Three generations of a family are forever linked from their shared rheumatic disease experiences and care at UAB. -
Louis Justement named FASEB president-elect
FASEB is the advocacy voice for the United States’ basic biomedical research community. -
$17 million grant will explore immune cells in inaccessible tissues of the human body
Tissue-resident B cells likely have important differences that affect autoimmunity and transplant rejection. -
Mechanism for impaired allergic inflammation in infants may explain hygiene hypothesis
The hygiene hypothesis says increased sanitation in industrialized countries has led to increases in asthma. -
Kimberly named to National Academy of Inventors
The National Academy of Inventors elects another UAB faculty member, Dr. Robert Kimberly, as a fellow. -
UAB rheumatologists serve in national leadership positions
Several UAB faculty members and trainees are in leadership positions in the American College of Rheumatology. -
Memory B cells in the lung may be important for more effective influenza vaccinations
Up to now, it has not been clear if these cells might be useful to combat influenza infections or even if they exist at all. -
New Developments in Psoriasis and Psoriatic Arthritis
Borrowing from principles used in rheumatoid arthritis and psoriasis management, current guidelines recommend that the overarching goal in the treatment of patients with psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis be the achievement of remission or minimal disease activity in a treat-to-target approach.[…] -
Singh receives PCORI award for implementation of lupus-specific decision-aid resources in clinics
UAB rheumatologist awarded funds by the Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute to implement decision-aid resources for lupus patients. -
Brochure
Please click on the image below to access the brochure -
Agenda
-
For more information
For more information or to register, please contact:Stephanie LedbetterPhone: (205) 934-7423Email: sledbetter@uabmc.edu
-
Policies
CancellationThere will be a $50 cancellation fee for cancellations received prior to September 15, 2018, after which time there are no refunds. UAB reserves the right to cancel or reschedule the conference due to unforeseen circumstances. CME Certification/PRA Credit- PhysiciansThe University[…]
-
Lupus research excellence at UAB
Two Novel Research grants from the Lupus Research Alliance boost the study of this complex disease. -
Spring 2018 Division Newsletter
Division Faculty Named Best Doctors in AmericaTwelve of our faculty members were included on the 2017-2018 Best Doctors in America List. The list recognizes 350 UAB physicians in 39 specialties and 179 subspecialties who are among the top 4 percent[…] -
New Developments in Psoriasis
PROGRAM OVERVIEWThis symposium will consist of nine sessions presenting updates on the most recent developments in the diagnosis and treatment of psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis and their relevance to patient care. Participants will have the opportunity to interact with a[…] -
Biomedical workforce program proves successful in encouraging diversity, receives additional grant for support
UAB’s PREP Scholars proves successful by furthering student dreams as it receives a grant to continue preparing minority baccalaureate students for graduate programs. -
Novel therapies identified for patients with rheumatoid arthritis and potential for cardiovascular disease
A team of UAB researchers identified cholesterol-lowering therapies for rheumatoid arthritis patients at risk of developing cardiovascular disease. -
Phase two clinical trial to address uncontrolled gout begins at UAB
The clinical trial attempts to persistently lower the serum uric acid level in patients. -
Winter 2018 Division Newsletter
UAB Rheumatology Ranks Among Nation's BestUAB Rheumatology ranks No. 10 in U.S. News & World Report’s 20172018 Best Hospitals list, one of the ten UAB Medicine specialties that appear on this year’s list.Faculty Spotlight: Kenneth SaagNIH awards 5-year, $6.5M grant[…] -
Study determines cardiovascular safety of medication for gout patients
A new study determines the cardiovascular safety of specific medications used to treat patients with gout. -
White paper outlines integration of biosimilars as an option for patient treatment
A UAB rheumatologist serves as the lead author on the American College of Rheumatology white paper. -
Dean's Excellence Award winner profile: Ken Saag, M.D., M.Sc.
Ken Saag, M.D., M.Sc., the Jane Knight Low professor in the Department of Medicine’s Division of Clinical Immunology and Rheumatology, is the senior faculty winner of the Dean’s Excellence Award in Mentorship. -
Faculty projects funded through 2018 Multi-PI Awards
The purpose of these grants is to enable School of Medicine faculty members to organize and integrate multidisciplinary teams of accomplished investigators who will compete successfully for long-term support from funding agencies.
-
UAB division director named vice president of the Rheumatology Research Foundation
S. Louis Bridges Jr., M.D., Ph.D., will serve as vice president of the Rheumatology Research Foundation. -
UAB awarded $250,000 grant to uncover root causes of lupus
A UAB researcher investigates how lupus develops and why certain demographics are at higher risk of flare-ups. -
Translational researchers at UAB received a $6.5 million grant to further investigate gout and associated diseases
Four multidisciplinary studies will focus on genetics and associated mechanisms of hyperuricemia gout, an inflammatory arthritis. -
Translational researchers at UAB received a $6.5 million grant to further investigate gout and associated diseases
Four multidisciplinary studies will focus on genetics and associated mechanisms of hyperuricemia gout, an inflammatory arthritis. -
Two faculty at UAB receive prestigious designations from the American College of Rheumatology
John Mountz, M.D., Ph.D., and W. Winn Chatham, M.D., will be recognized by the ACR for education, research and clinical contributions to the field. -
Preventing autoimmune disease after a viral infection
Researchers study the mechanisms that prevent autoimmune diseases like rheumatoid arthritis, systemic lupus erythematosus or multiple sclerosis after an infection. -
Two faculty at UAB receive prestigious designations from the American College of Rheumatology
John Mountz, M.D., Ph.D., and W. Winn Chatham, M.D., will be recognized by the ACR for education, research and clinical contributions to the field. -
Preventing autoimmune disease after a viral infection
Researchers study the mechanisms that prevent autoimmune diseases like rheumatoid arthritis, systemic lupus erythematosus or multiple sclerosis after an infection. -
New drug shown to lower risk of fracture in women with osteoporosis
A UAB study suggests a new bone boosting drug is more effective than commonly used bone loss medications in preventing fractures in women with osteoporosis. -
New drug shown to lower risk of fracture in women with osteoporosis
A UAB study suggests a new bone boosting drug is more effective than commonly used bone loss medications in preventing fractures in women with osteoporosis. -
UAB Medicine opens new outpatient clinics near the Kirklin Clinic
UAB has created new clinical space with a $10 million renovation of the Whitaker Clinic at UAB Hospital. -
How a nutrient, glutamine, can control gene programs in cells
Researchers have discovered the mechanism of this control, with implications for developmental biology, the immune response and cancer dysregulation. -
Bridges featured as guest editor in Rheumatic Disease Clinics
The August issue of the journal focused on genomics in rheumatic diseases, the complex effort to understand the genetic underpinnings of more than 100 diseases that affect joints and muscles. -
UAB Hospital again highly ranked by U.S. News & World Report
UAB Hospital continues to be highly ranked by U.S. News and World Report, and is noted as the No. 1 hospital in Alabama. -
Bridges featured as guest editor in Rheumatic Disease Clinics
The August issue of the journal focused on genomics in rheumatic diseases, the complex effort to understand the genetic underpinnings of more than 100 diseases that affect joints and muscles.
