Advancing Rheumatology. Connecting Professionals. Improving Patient Care. 

Through education, collaboration, professional development and advocacy, we create opportunities for our members to learn from one another, build meaningful connections, and contribute to the future of rheumatologic care.

Our members are actively engaged in patient care, research, education, and leadership. MSRD provides a professional community where individuals can exchange knowledge, explore emerging developments in the field, and work together to strengthen rheumatology across Marland and beyond.

Our Mission

Our mission is to enhance the lives of patients with arthritis and their families.

We strive to:

  1. Deliver the latest evidence-based treatments of arthritis, in order that our patients remain active in their home, community, and work roles.
  2. Train the next generation of rheumatology clinicians and research scholars.
  3. Support rheumatologists and rheumatology health care professionals by education, research, and advocacy.

What we do

MSRD is more than a professional organization. It is a community built around education, collaboration, and impact.

Education

MSRD helps healthcare professionals stay current in rheumatology through educational programs, CME opportunities, expert presentations, and discussions. Quarterly meetings bring memories together to learn, share knowledge and discuss patient care.

Supporting Next Generation

MSRD supports medical students, residents, fellows, and early-career professionals through education, membership, networking, and opportunities to present their work and grow their careers in rheumatology.

Our community

MSRD brings together:

  • Rheumatologists and physicians
  • Fellows, residents, and medical students
  • Allied healthcare professionals
  • Researchers and educators
  • Other healthcare professionals interested in rheumatology

Leadership

MSRD Is guided by a dedicated group of physicians and healthcare professionals who volunteer their time and expertise to support the society’s mission and its members.

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