Rheumatology and Dermatology: When to Treat, When to Refer

From the SDPA Annual Summer Dermatology Conference 2019, held June 6 – June 9, 2019 in Washington, DC.

Faculty: Jennie Clarke, MD

Learning Objectives:

1. Diagnose cutaneous lupus, dermatolmyositis, scleroderma, morphea and vasculitis by recognizing their key dermatologic manifestations.
2. Order appropriate initial work-up to assess for systemic manifestations of lupus, dermatomyositis, scleroderma, morphea and vasculitis.
3. Prescribe first-line treatment and recommend referrals for patients with cutaneous lupus, dermatomyositis, scleroderma, morphea and vasculitis.
4. Describe dermatologic signs and symptoms that may be associated with rheumatologic diseases.