Goals and Objectives

The North American Young Rheumatology Investigator Forum was established

to furnish clinical and research fellows in the field of rheumatology an informal,

mentoring environment to present, discuss and have their original research

evaluated by an established, international panel of rheumatologists in the

presence of their peers. In addition, NYRIF advances attendees’ career decision-

making process by providing relevant and accurate information on the

opportunities and challenges in the field of rheumatology so that attendees will

be able to more appropriately evaluate their career choices and execute more

informed career decisions.

 At the conclusion of this forum the attendee should be able to:

• Employ enhanced professional oral and written communication skills to interact more effectively with world renowned rheumatologists as well as with peers
• Assess current exceptional original research achievement of other rheumatology fellows and junior faculty
• Analyze current research activities within the basic science and clinical research areas of rheumatology
• Evaluate career descriptions, challenges and available opportunities in the field of
  rheumatology
• Compare and contrast diverse careers throughout the discipline of rheumatology
• Compose research presentations, incorporate idea exchange and effectively integrate mentored feedback
• Validate the principles of life-long learning and continuing medical education
• Utilize invaluable network channels for communication in the field of
  rheumatology, promotion of research and for assistance with future job
  opportunities
• Develop a more informed, individualized, decsion-making career path

This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the Essential Areas and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) through the joint sponsorship of University Health Services Professional Education Programs of Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) Health System and A&R Educational Group, LLC. UHS-PEP is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians. UHS-PEP designates this live activity for a maximum of 6.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ (Amount to be determined). Physicians should only claim the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.  This continuing education activity meets the criteria of Virginia Commonwealth University and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.