Learning Objectives:
Keeping abreast with core concepts and latest advances in diagnostics and therapeutics Pragmatic learning through case scenarios.
Local coordinators:
Dr Utkarsha(Belgaum), Dr Sangeets KN (Mysore), Dr Silas (Baptist)
Time:
9am – 5pm
Venue:
Hall A, Chamara Vajra, Palace Grounds, Bengaluru
| Topic | Learning Objectives | Speaker |
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| Review of practice-altering clinical trials for Rheumatoid Arthritis over the last decade | Evidence that has translated into real-world changes in clinical practice | Dr S Sham |
| Practical tips - assessment and treatment of cardiovascular morbidity in inflammatory arthritis | Become acquainted with the risk, methods of assessment, using the CV risk calculator and deliver appropriate guidance ( both pharmacological and non - pharmacological) | Dr Vishad Viswanath |
| Gout: Navigating Practical Challenges in day-to-day practice | Addressing practical challenges, in terms of diagnosis and management of gout and touch upon relevant polypharmacy | Dr Binoy Paul |
| Making things Crystal Clear: Imaging Guidelines for Crystal arthropathies |
How are they supported by evidence (EULAR) What gaps still exist? |
Dr Neeraj Jain |
| Missing links on X-rays | Learn to accurately interpret paediatric conventional skeletal radiology | Dr Suma Balan |
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Tea 10:40 AM - 11:00 AM
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| Emerging therapeutic targets in PsA | Translating knowledge generated in understanding pathogenic mechanisms of various components of PsA into therapeutics | Dr Bhowmik Meghnathi |
| Dissecting Osteoarthritis: Beyond the wear and tear Update in pathogenic mechanisms and therapeutics |
Review of pain mechanisms in OA Approaches to non-surgical management including Nutraceuticals, Viscosupplementation and Tribosupplementation | Dr Shabbir Chikani |
| Joint-Nerve symphony in Fibromyalgia | Pathobiology of FM; central as well as peripheral sensitization. Functional brain MRI findings. How does this information translate into approaches to therapy |
Dr Aswin Nair |
| Dwelling into depths of Autoinflammatory disorders | Update on the evolving concept of autoinflammation in adults with disease-specific examples to highlight the heterogeneity of phenotypes with a focus on interferonopathies and inflammasomopathies | Deepti Suri |
| Immunology of Recurrent Pregnancy loss (RPL) | Understand the immunological as well as alloimmune aspects of RPL. Progress in therapeutic interventions, if any | Dr Avinash Jain |
| Management of Osteoporosis with recent fracture | Approach to challenging cases-
Example- 54 year old lady with RA and vertebral fracture Choosing between antiresorptive and anabolic agents. Utility of bone turnover markers and current algorithm based approach |
Dr Kavita Krishna |
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Rapporteur's report - 10 minutes Isha Sood, Ankit Patwari
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Lunch & Networking 01:15 PM - 2:00 PM
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| Three Quarters of a century later, do we still swear by steroids? | Review current clinical guidelines and best practices for prescribing glucocorticoids in AIRDs Explore emerging research and potential future directions in glucocorticoid therapy for AIRDs | Dr Yojana Gokhale |
| Anti-FcRn monoclonal antibodies - new kid on the block | Physiological function of FcRn and its inhibition in autoimmune disorders | |
| PET CT for the rheumatologist: The Detective Work! | Understand strategies for incorporating PET CT into the diagnostic, monitoring and management pathways of inflammatory rheumatic conditions including PUO. | Dr RV Parameswaran |
| Complexities in diagnosis and management of Primary CNS vasculitis | Learning using cases and understanding challenges in diagnosis and treatment | Dr Raghavendra |
| Sarcoidosis- an elusive malady | Case based discussion on cardiac and neurosarcoidosis. | Dr Arvind G |
| Oral Sicca- Moist Solutions for Parched Problems | Learn about strategies for managing dry mouth, including lifestyle modifications and oral hygiene practices. Tips on saliva substitutes, stimulants, and oral hydration techniques. |
Dr Srinivas K |
| Rise of the machines: Balancing victories and vices of the digital health technology wave | Digital health technologies: Balancing barriers and opportunities in rheumatology practice- Where do we stand in the Indian context? Self assessment by patients- eg Joint condition, skin thickening. Deployment of PROM remotely. Tracking adherence. |
Dr Bidyut Das |
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Rapporteur's report - 15 minutes Drs Naman & Ravi Kiran
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Note: Registration for conference is mandatory prior to register for any workshops.