Talking Rheumatology Spotlight

Talking Rheumatology Spotlight

By: British Society for Rheumatology

Language: en-gb

Categories: Health, Fitness, Medicine

Explore rheumatological conditions with the clinical experts. This monthly podcast covers everything from disease presentation to diagnosis, treatment and management. Some months, real cases are used to bring the discussion to life. 

Episodes

Ep 51: Vasculitic rashes, Vacuoles and VEXAS
Jan 08, 2026

Dr Laura Chadwick is joined by Professor Sinisa Savic in this bonus case based episode. What initially seemed like a case of a small vessel vasculitis was not all as it seemed. Listen in to find out more.  

Resource - https://aidanetwork.org/en/register/vexas  

1.Mapping the infectious burden in VEXAS syndrome: a systematic review and rationale for prevention Ribier, Valentine et al. The Lancet Rheumatology, Volume 7, Issue 10, e734 - e744

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Duration: 00:43:22
Ep 50: A spotlight on inclusion body myositis
Dec 04, 2025

Dr Hirushi Jayasekera speaks with Dr Latika Gupta, UK based rheumatologist and Professor Teerin Liewluck, US based professor of neurology at Mayo Clinic about inclusion body myositis. Their conversation covers key clinical features of IBM, the differential diagnosis and the role of the muscle biopsy in making a diagnosis.

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Duration: 00:31:11
Ep 49: Exercise and musculoskeletal medicine in rheumatology
Nov 17, 2025

In this podcast join Dr Daniel Fernando as your host, in discussion with Dr Raj Amarnani (Consultant in Sports and Exercise Medicine) as they consider the role of the field of Sports and Exercise medicine in the setting of the rheumatology clinic. Learn about the role of exercise in inflammatory arthritis and appropriate referrals for specialist input.

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Duration: 00:38:14
Ep 48: Approaching eye involvement in rheumatic diseases
Nov 04, 2025

In this podcast, join Dr Stephanie Gall (Rheumatology Registrar) with her guest Dr Nima Ghadiri, a consultant Medical Ophthalmologist at the National Behçet's Centre of Excellence (Liverpool). In this episode, common eye presentations to rheumatology clinics are covered, including discussions regarding ophthalmic manifestations of rheumatic diseases and recommendations for investigation and management of eye disease presenting to rheumatologists.

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Duration: 00:28:41
BONUS CASE: Fever and high ferritin
Oct 01, 2025

Pip Watson ( BSR Education committee chair) chats with Dr Jessica Manson, Dr Michael Wood and Stella Kotsiopoulou. These experts from rheumatology, haeamatology and infectious disease discuss their approach to the management of the unwell patient presenting with fever and a high ferritin.

Other resources:
Spotlight on HLH - https://www.rheumatologylearning.com/course/view.php?id=306 
GIRFT guidelines https://gettingitrightfirsttime.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/HLH-Guide-final-version-v1.3-June-2025.pdf

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Duration: 00:44:37
BONUS CASE: Myalgia, muscle weakness and statins
Sep 04, 2025

In this pod Consultant Rheumatologist, Dr Judith Jade, chats with Dr Fergus To, Rheumatologist from British Columbia, about the case of a woman who presented with subacute muscle weakness. They discuss how to approach these types of  cases systemically with some handy tips along the way. Listen in and see if you can work out what the diagnosis is!

References:

1. Blazing M, et al. Effect of statin therapy on muscle symptoms: an individual participant data meta-analysis of large-scale, randomised, double-blind trials. Lancet. 2022;400(10355):832–45

2. Kim EJ, Wierzbicki AS. Investigating raised creatine kinase. BMJ. 2021;373:1–5.

3. Sharf...

Duration: 00:44:11
BONUS CASE: A tricky case of chest pain that kept coming back
Aug 06, 2025

In this bonus case episode, Dr Roz Benson talks to Dr Nicola Heyer about an interesting case of chest pain that kept returning, can you work out what's going on?

References:

Pericarditis and Autoinflammation: A Clinical and Genetic Analysis of Patients With Idiopathic Recurrent Pericarditis and Monogenic Autoinflammatory Diseases at a National Referral Center | Journal of the American Heart Association

 ESC Guidelines on Pericardial Diseases (Diagnosis and Management of)

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Duration: 00:29:49
Ep 47: A spotlight on relapsing polychondritis
Jul 01, 2025

Dr Yik Man speaks with Dr Marcela Ferrada about relapsing polychondritis. She brings a unique perspective to the discussion as both expert patient and rheumatologist. Typical clinical presentations to the future research agenda are covered and they even touch on VEXAS - a must listen.

Reference - https://www.nature.com/articles/s41584-024-01113-9 

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Duration: 00:39:34
BONUS EPISODE: Mental health and burnout in the rheumatology MDT
May 14, 2025

This Talking Rheumatology Spotlight pod on burnout and mental health was recorded live at the BSR Annual Conference 2025. Pip Watson is joined by Gail Kinman (Professor of Occupational Health Psychology), Muzaffer Kaser (Consultant Psychiatrist) and Jacqui Clinch (Consultant Paediatric Rheumatologist and former Vice President of BSR). Burnout is a huge challenge for the NHS. Listen on for insights into how to recognise warning signs of burnout and mental health issues, when and how you might act to support yourself and colleagues, and learnings from a rapid access staff mental health service. 

Resources and initiatives referenced in the e...

Duration: 00:40:32
Ep 46: The Immunology of Lupus
May 08, 2025

Join Dr Mariele Gatto in conversation with Dr Chris Wincup as they discuss all things related to lupus immunology, from pathogenesis to treatment decisions.

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BSR is the UK's leading specialist medical society for rheumatology and MSK health professionals. To discover how we can support you in delivering the best care for your patients, visit our website.

Duration: 00:43:17
Ep 45: Immunology in the virtual biologics clinic
May 07, 2025

How do we approach a patient with rheumatic diseases who have cycled through multiple high cost drugs? In this pod, Dr Roz Benson, BSR Digital Learning Editor chats with Dr Arti Mahto, a consultant rheumatologist. They talk through some challenging cases discussed in the virtual biologics clinic and the role of the MDT in complex decision making.

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Duration: 00:32:26
BONUS CASE: Muscle weakness
Mar 31, 2025

In this bonus case based episode Dr Steph Gall from the BSR digital learning board discusses an interesting case of muscle weakness with Dr Lisa Waters a Consultant in Rheumatology and Acute Medicine from Manchester. Can you work out what's going on? 

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BSR is the UK's leading specialist medical society for rheumatology and MSK health professionals. To discover how we can support you in delivering the best care for your patients, visit our website.

Duration: 00:19:06
Ep 44: Fatigue and how to help patients, including insights from the LIFT trial
Mar 03, 2025

In this podcast, Jess Little, specialist MSK physiotherapist, talks to Professor Neil Basu, academic Rheumatologist and Professor Lorna Paul, professor of allied health science about fatigue and particularly what we can do to help patients. It covers everything from the importance to patients of considering fatigue to interventions including the role of personalised exercise plans and cognitive behavioural approaches. 

To read more about the LIFT trial  https://www.thelancet.com/journals/lanrhe/article/piis2665-9913(22)00156-4/fulltext

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Duration: 00:27:24

Ep 43: Fatigue in children, adolescents and young people
Mar 03, 2025

In this podcast, Kathryn Rigler, Rheumatology specialist physiotherapist, talks to Poppy Greenman, Paediatric occupational therapist, covering how to talk to children and young people about fatigue, measuring fatigue and strategies to overcome it, with practical tips from an expert in this area 

 

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BSR is the UK's leading specialist medical society for rheumatology and MSK health professionals. To discover how we can support you in delivering the best care for your patients, visit our website.

Duration: 00:35:44
Ep 42: A tricky case of ILD
Feb 04, 2025

Dr Ashely Elliot speaks to respiratory consultant Dr Nazia Chaudhuri about interstitial lung disease. This overview covers everything from diagnosing CTD- ILD and an evidenced based management approach to poor prognostic risk factors. 

 

 

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Duration: 00:39:22
BONUS CASE: Trust your gut, it has the answer- a challenging clinical case
Dec 24, 2024

 In this Talking Rheumatology bonus case based episode Dr Roz Benson talks to Dr Susie Brockbank about an interesting and unusual case involving joint pain, GI involvement and some other systems. Can you work out what's going on? 

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Duration: 00:23:44
BONUS CASE: an unusual cause of chest pain presenting to rheumatology
Dec 18, 2024

In this Talking Rheumatology bonus case based episode Dr Laura Chadwick talks to Prof Rob Moots about an interesting and unusual case involving joint pain and chest pain . Can you work out what's going on? 

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Duration: 00:28:13
Ep 41: Vasculitis
Dec 16, 2024

In this pod, Roz Benson talks to consultant nurse Sarah Hardy and vasculitis expert Dr Shirish Dubey. This wide ranging discussion about vasculitis covers everything from diagnostic tips and approach to management, to the practicalities of a kidney biopsy and cyclophosphamide counselling.

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Duration: 00:57:41
Ep 40. Understanding antibody testing in myositis and systemic sclerosis
Nov 06, 2024

In this pod Dr Stephanie Gall speaks with Professor Marina Anderson and Dr Sarah Tansley. Listen in to better understand how to interpret antibody results in patients with systemic sclerosis, myositis and their overlaps. They’ll cover the clinical patterns seen and how to weed out false positive results.

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Duration: 00:33:17
Ep 39. CAR T-Cell Therapy
Oct 02, 2024

In this spotlight podcast Dr Roz Benson talks with Dr Chris Wincup and Dr Reuben Benjamin. Listen in if you want to understand better what all the buzz is around CAR T cell therapy and its applications in SLE and other CTDs.

Want to know more? There are lots of Lupus resources to explore:  

Explore our Lupus sotlight - these digital learning resources include a diagnosis and management webinar, a Lupus in children webinar, an SLE case to work through and much moreYou can also take a listen to our Lupus overview podcast

Duration: 00:41:26

Ep 38. Lupus
Oct 02, 2024

In this spotlight podcast Dr Pip Watson talks to Dr Chris Wincup about all things SLE- from guidelines to neuropsychiatric symptoms to personalised treatments for patients.

Want to know more? There are lots of Lupus resources to explore:  

Explore our Lupus spotlight - these digital learning resources include a diagnosis and management webinar, a Lupus in children webinar, an SLE case to work through and much moreListen to our CAR T-cell therapy podcast 

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Duration: 00:42:32
Ep 37. Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Rheumatology
Aug 29, 2024

In this talking Rheumatology spotlight podcast on artificial intellgence and Rheumatology I (Dr Pip Watson, BSR DLE) talk to Dr Nick Fuggle and Dr Samantha Cooray. Our conversation covers everything from what we mean by AI and machine learning to current and future applications of AI in Rheumatology plus should we be scared and what might the future look like?

Want to find out more/ get involved?

The Alan Turing Insititue: Artificial Intelligence

Artificial Intelligence in MSK medicine: A scoping review

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Duration: 00:35:18
Ep 36. Osteoporosis
Aug 01, 2024

In this Talking Rheumatology spotlight pod on Osteoporosis, Dr Pip Watson talks to Prof Zoe Paskins about osteoporosis- they cover everything from fracture risk to calcium intake, anabolic drugs, promoting adherence to treatment and treatment pauses.

For more info on talking to patients about osteoporosis and shared decision making check out https://www.ifrap.co.uk/health-professionals/ 

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Duration: 00:27:28
Ep 35. Difficult to treat Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
Jul 30, 2024

In this pod Dr Pip Watson is joined by Prof Maya Buch, they discuss everything you need to know around difficult to treat RA, including tips on managing patients in this group and treatment adherance.

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Duration: 00:36:55
Ep 34. Rheumatoid arthritis
Jul 01, 2024

In this episode, Dr Stephanie Gall talks to Prof Chris Edwards about how to approach the management of Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and the importance of personalising care.  A wide ranging discussion covering the role of corticosteroids, impact of inflammation on cognition and ILD.

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Duration: 00:25:13
Ep 33. Immunology for the rheumatologist
Jun 18, 2024

In this episode, Dr  Roz Benson chats with Dr Frances Hall and Dr Ondrej Suchanek about immunology for the rheumatologist. They discuss the adaptive and innate immune system, testing for autoimmune diseases, and how we can talk to our patients about these conditions.

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Duration: 00:41:15
Ep 32. Shoulder tendinopathies in inflammatory conditions
Jun 04, 2024

In this episode, Dave Pilbury talks to Mr Muthu Jeyam about the shoulder, with a focus on surgical interventions: when and how should we intervene and how well does it work?

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Duration: 00:27:45
BONUS CASE. Myositis
May 09, 2024

In this episode Dr Ashley Elliot speaks with Professor Hector Chinoy and Dr Alex Oldroyd. They discuss a complex case of myositis highlighting common diagnostic challenges, role of investigations and approach to treatment. A great overview in a field which is constantly evolving!

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Duration: 00:35:46
Ep 31. IgG4 related disease
May 01, 2024

In this episode, Dr Yik Man talks to Prof David D'Cruz about IgG4 related disease, including an approach to management and some tricky cases.

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Duration: 00:31:03
Ep 30. Juvenile idiopathic arthritis
Apr 22, 2024

In this episode, Dr Chris Wincup talks to Dr Rachel Tattersall about all things JIA including differences between JIA and adult onset IA, transition, disease activity scoring and biologics. This podcast is likely to suit adult rheumatologists - we're planning a future episode for our paediatric audience so watch this space!

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Duration: 00:20:53
Ep 29. Cancer treatments and rheumatic disease
Mar 25, 2024

In this episode, Dr Mariam Malik talks to Prof Andrew Cope about cancer treatments and rheumatic disease, covering immune checkpoint inhibitors, the adverse events and rheumatological conditions they can cause, and how to manage them.

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Duration: 00:29:17
Ep 28. Writing a compelling case report
Mar 04, 2024

In this episode on how to write a compelling case report, Pippa Watson talks to Ai Lyn Tan, an Associate Professor and Honorary Consultant Rheumatologist at Chapel Allerton Hospital Leeds and Editor in Chief of the BSR Rheumatology Advances in Practice journal, and Caroline Groves, our Journal Development Manager at BSR. This podcast covers everything from how to find a case, tips for choosing a title and what to include, as well as journal selection.

If you would like to learn more check out our eLearning module on writing a compelling case report. This module is free...

Duration: 00:23:02
Ep 28. NEIAA
Feb 05, 2024

In this episode, Sarah Gallagher talks to Dr Jo Ledingham and Dr Liz Price about all things NEIAA, from changes to data collection, findings from the 5-year report and how data can be used.

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Duration: 00:22:46
Ep 27. Health disparities
Jan 08, 2024

In this episode, we will be talking about health disparities in our Rheumatology services and how we can help tackle them at both an individual and organisational level. Prepare to be inspired.
To access the free training click here (120 mins) and the published article here.

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Duration: 00:16:28
Ep 26. Foot pain
Dec 06, 2023

In this episode, Will Gregory talks to Dr Gordon Hendry about all things feet. Essential listening for all of the MDT, this podcast covers everything from the importance of examining feet to the use of ultrasound and the RADAI-F5.

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Duration: 00:29:15
Ep 25. Accessing and commissioning biologics in paediatric rheumatology
Oct 04, 2023

This podcast covers everything you need to know about accessing and commissioning biologic drugs in Paediatric Rheumatology, with a focus on England. With thanks to our host, Dr Jenny Lemon, and guest, Dr Tavi Aragon, an experienced pharmacist.

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BSR is the UK's leading specialist medical society for rheumatology and MSK health professionals. To discover how we can support you in delivering the best care for your patients, visit our website.

Duration: 00:28:14
Ep 24. Biologics in rheumatology
Oct 04, 2023

This podcast covers everything you need to know about biologics, from choosing to screening, vaccinations and tapering. With thanks to our host,  Dr Mariam Malik, and guest, Dr Chris Holroyd, an expert in this area and author of the BSR guideline.

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Duration: 00:27:37
Ep 23. Antiphospholipid syndrome
Sep 06, 2023

In this episode, Dr Salema Khalid talks to Prof Anisur Rahman about antiphospholipid syndrome, covering tests, treatment and management, including in pregnancy.

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Duration: 00:26:35
Ep 22. Pain
Aug 14, 2023

In this episode, Will Gregory talks to Dr Nick Shenker about different types of pain that affects patients, including looking at how to approach assessment and treatment, tips on managing pain, and providing helpful resources and guidance for listeners.

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Duration: 00:31:04
BONUS CASE. AxSpA case discussion
Jul 26, 2023

In this case-based spotlight episode, Professor Karl Gaffney discusses a case of axial spondyloarthropathy with Dr Ash Elliot sharing tips for diagnosis and management.

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Duration: 00:22:41
Ep 21. BSR Rheumatoid Arthritis Register (BSRBR-RA)
Jul 05, 2023

In this spotlight podcast on the BSRBR-RA Dr Roz Benson talks to Prof Kimme Hyrich and Dr Kath Watson about all things registry. This includes why the registry was set up, the volume of data (it's big!), publications, high impact papers and ways to get involved.  

To see registry data in action check out this Talking Rheumatology Research episode -  https://open.spotify.com/episode/5QduF4IVtLpf6SboyBTq72?si=4u4oJZhdTIOikMLnjjBkmQ.  

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Duration: 00:26:12
Ep 20. HLH
Jun 01, 2023

In this episode, Dr Mariam Malik talks to Dr Jessica Manson about all things HLH. This includes when and how to think of it (watch out for the ferritin), Rheumatological and other triggers, and tips for diagnosis and team working. 

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BSR is the UK's leading specialist medical society for rheumatology and MSK health professionals. To discover how we can support you in delivering the best care for your patients, visit our website.

Duration: 00:29:05
Ep 19. Imaging - Ultrasound in paediatric rheumatology
May 03, 2023

In this episode, Dr Diarmuid McLaughlin explores potential uses of musculoskeletal ultrasound in the diagnosis and management of JIA with Dr Madeleine Rooney and Dr Dearbhla McKenna. There are also tips for resources you might find useful and practical tips for training for those who want to get involved.

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Duration: 00:25:24
BONUS CASE. Non-GCA headache
Mar 17, 2023

This case-based podcast with Dr Damodar Makkuni, a Consultant in Rheumatology and Medicine at the James Paget University Hospital, explores different causes of headaches that may mimic giant cell arteritis highlighting key distinguishing features and learning.

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Duration: 00:31:26
Ep 18. The Hand
Feb 02, 2023

In this episode, our host Will Gregory is joined by Claire Pidgeon, discussing her career as an Advanced Practice Occupational Therapist and how to get into a rehab role in rheumatology.

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Duration: 00:25:17
BONUS CASE. Infection
Jan 27, 2023

This case based podcast with Dr Spencer Ellis a Consultant in Rheumatology and GIM at the Lister Hospital, Stevenage explores the relationship between infection and arthritis.

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BSR is the UK's leading specialist medical society for rheumatology and MSK health professionals. To discover how we can support you in delivering the best care for your patients, visit our website.

Duration: 00:34:33
Ep 17. Hypermobility
Jan 10, 2023

In this episode hosted by Will Gregory, he discusses an approach to assessing patients with the condition with Hypermobility expert Dr Philip Bull.

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Duration: 00:37:06
Ep 16. Scleroderma
Dec 02, 2022

Dr Rosalind Benson talks to Dr Mike Hughes about digital ulcers, covering all elements from diagnosis to treatment. 

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Duration: 00:20:27
Ep 15. Pregnancy and rheumatic disease
Dec 02, 2022

In this spotlight podcast Dr Yik Man talks to Professor Ian Giles about all things pregnancy. This includes a general approach to managing pregnancy in patients with inflammatory rheumatic diseases, including updates on pharmacological treatments from the recent BSR guidelines.

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BSR is the UK's leading specialist medical society for rheumatology and MSK health professionals. To discover how we can support you in delivering the best care for your patients, visit our website.

Duration: 00:27:35
BONUS CASE. Metabolic bone disease case discussion
Oct 26, 2022

Host Dr. Ashley Elliot and Dr. Kassim Javiad share an interesting case that was presented to the metabolic bone clinic as a result of excruciating foot and leg pain. They chat through the most common questions that arise when dealing with a case like this, including investigations and treatment options. 

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Duration: 00:17:31
Ep 14. Polymyalgia rheumatica
Sep 05, 2022

Hosted by Dr Mariam Malik, this month's spotlight podcast covers polymyalgia rheumatica. Through her chat with Dr Sarah Mackie and Dr Max Yates, they explore an overview of PMR, response to treatment, complications of disease and steroid-related adverse events. 

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BSR is the UK's leading specialist medical society for rheumatology and MSK health professionals. To discover how we can support you in delivering the best care for your patients, visit our website.

Duration: 00:28:32
Ep 13. Pyrexia of unknown origin
Jul 15, 2022

In this month's spotlight podcast, Dr Roz Benson chats to Dr Tom Fletcher, Consultant in Infectious diseases,. They disusss his approach to patients with PUO and he shares some top tips for investigating patients.

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Duration: 00:15:02
Ep 12. Drug therapies
Jun 15, 2022

Dr Yik Man talks to Professor Sarah Ryan about how to best support patients starting new treatments, including how to reduce their treatment burden.

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Duration: 00:21:57
Ep 11. Quality improvement
Apr 24, 2022

Hear from different members of the MDT about their own experiences with QI projects.

Dr Roz Benson and colleagues discuss: QI and the establishment of an EIA clinic, Development of a pathway for high cost drugs in severe RA and Go2physio, development of a self referral pathway for MSK physio.

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Duration: 00:37:59
Ep 10. Shoulder complex
Apr 23, 2022

Delivered by Will Gregory and Kat Tatlow, this discussion gives an insight into the working relationship between doctors and physios and how to make it work it also gives tips on management of shoulder rehab from an expert.

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BSR is the UK's leading specialist medical society for rheumatology and MSK health professionals. To discover how we can support you in delivering the best care for your patients, visit our website.

Duration: 00:28:28
Ep 9. Vasculitis
Apr 23, 2022

Dr James Bateman and Dr Lorraine Harper discuss changes in practice due to COVID, PEXIVAS and Avacopan as well as Lorraine's top tips for rheumatologists treating vasculitis.

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BSR is the UK's leading specialist medical society for rheumatology and MSK health professionals. To discover how we can support you in delivering the best care for your patients, visit our website.

Duration: 00:26:18
Ep 8. Interstitial lung disease
Apr 23, 2022

Dr Ashley Elliot talks to Dr Clive Kelly about all things ILD from presentation and diagnosis to monitoring and treatment including the role of anti-fibrotic medication.

Duration: 00:24:27
Ep 7. Osteoporosis
Apr 23, 2022

Dr Sarah Hardcastle, Consultant Rheumatologist in Bath and BSR Osteoporosis SIG chair talks to Dr Yik Man about all things osteoporosis including romosozumab and using bone turnover markers.

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BSR is the UK's leading specialist medical society for rheumatology and MSK health professionals. To discover how we can support you in delivering the best care for your patients, visit our website.

Duration: 00:20:12
Ep 6. Giant cell arteritis
Apr 23, 2022

Dr Rosalind Benson chats to Dr Vanessa Quick about some interesting GCA cases and shares her practical tips on managing the condition.

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BSR is the UK's leading specialist medical society for rheumatology and MSK health professionals. To discover how we can support you in delivering the best care for your patients, visit our website.

Duration: 00:36:26
Ep 5. Psoriatic arthritis
Apr 23, 2022

Dr Ashley Elliott catches up with Dr Will Tillett and Dr Laura Coates to discuss some clinical cases with practical advice on assessing all aspects of disease and evidence-based treatments.

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BSR is the UK's leading specialist medical society for rheumatology and MSK health professionals. To discover how we can support you in delivering the best care for your patients, visit our website.

Duration: 00:32:42
Ep 4. Sarcoidosis
Apr 23, 2022

Dr Ashley Elliott with Dr James Galloway,  discuss key learning points from a recent rheumatology case of headache and cognitive decline and other practical tips.

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BSR is the UK's leading specialist medical society for rheumatology and MSK health professionals. To discover how we can support you in delivering the best care for your patients, visit our website.

Duration: 00:35:27
Ep 3. Sjogren's disease
Apr 23, 2022

Dr Jordan speaks to Dr Ashley Elliot on the condition, providing discussion of further real life cases and practical treatment tips.

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BSR is the UK's leading specialist medical society for rheumatology and MSK health professionals. To discover how we can support you in delivering the best care for your patients, visit our website.

Duration: 00:26:35
Ep 2. Axial spondyloarthritis
Apr 23, 2022

Hosted by Dr Ashley Elliot this podcast with Dr Nicky Goodson and Dr Carol McCrum, discusses SpA NICE guidance, the process, the outcome and the current (2021) application.

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BSR is the UK's leading specialist medical society for rheumatology and MSK health professionals. To discover how we can support you in delivering the best care for your patients, visit our website.

Duration: 00:43:13
Ep 1. Myositis
Apr 23, 2022

Professor Hector Chinoy and Neurologist Dr James Lilleker discuss practical management issues.

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Duration: 00:31:14