The Emotional Toll of Rheumatic Disease

Expressing empathy, engaging patients in conversations about their emotional health and having an overall understanding of grief can help rheumatology health professionals better care for their patients. During a session at ACR Convergence 2023, mental health professionals and patients highlighted how grief affects patients with rheumatic disease and how providers can respond.

Source: The Rheumatologist - January 10, 2024 Category: Rheumatology Authors: Thomas R. Collins Tags: ACR Convergence Conditions Meeting Reports ACR Convergence 2023 grief patient care Source Type: research