Talking Rheumatology Spotlight

British Society for Rheumatology
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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. 

  1. DEC 4

    Ep 50: A spotlight on inclusion body myositis

    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. Thanks for listening to Talking Rheumatology! Join the conversation on X using #TalkingRheum or tweet us @RheumatologyUK. 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.

    31 min

  2. NOV 17

    Ep 49: Exercise and musculoskeletal medicine in rheumatology

    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. Thanks for listening to Talking Rheumatology! Join the conversation on X using #TalkingRheum or tweet us @RheumatologyUK. 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.

    38 min

  3. NOV 4

    Ep 48: Approaching eye involvement in rheumatic diseases

    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. Thanks for listening to Talking Rheumatology! Join the conversation on X using #TalkingRheum or tweet us @RheumatologyUK. 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.

    29 min

  4. OCT 1

    BONUS CASE: Fever and high ferritin

    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 Thanks for listening to Talking Rheumatology! Join the conversation on X using #TalkingRheum or tweet us @RheumatologyUK. 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.

    45 min

  5. SEP 4

    BONUS CASE: Myalgia, muscle weakness and statins

    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 K, Do T, Ghetie D, Choi D, Chahin N. Benefits of Early vs Late Initiation of IVIG in the Treatment of Anti‐HMGCR Immune‐Mediated Necrotizing Myopathy. Arthritis Care Res (Hoboken) 2024;76:1584–92. https://doi.org/10.1002/acr.25406. 4. Allenbach et al, 224th ENMC International Workshop, Neuromuscular Disorders, Volume 28, Issue 1, 87 - 99 Thanks for listening to Talking Rheumatology! Join the conversation on X using #TalkingRheum or tweet us @RheumatologyUK. 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.

    44 min

  6. AUG 6

    BONUS CASE: A tricky case of chest pain that kept coming back

    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) Thanks for listening to Talking Rheumatology! Join the conversation on X using #TalkingRheum or tweet us @RheumatologyUK. 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.

    30 min

  7. JUL 1

    Ep 47: A spotlight on relapsing polychondritis

    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  Thanks for listening to Talking Rheumatology! Join the conversation on X using #TalkingRheum or tweet us @RheumatologyUK. 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.

    40 min

  8. MAY 14

    BONUS EPISODE: Mental health and burnout in the rheumatology MDT

    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 episode: Mind Wellness Action Plan for those in a workplace (remote and hybrid work versions are also available)Case study: CPFT's rapid access staff mental health serviceCambridge University Hospitals' Clinicians4Clinicians initiativeSociety of Occupational Medicine's Burnout in Healthcare reportSociety of Occupational Medicine's Suicide Postvention report Thanks for listening to Talking Rheumatology! Join the conversation on X using #TalkingRheum or tweet us @RheumatologyUK. 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.

    41 min
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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. 

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  • Creator
    British Society for Rheumatology
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2025
  • Episodes
    62
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