Dr. Brittany Weber, a leading figure in cardio-rheumatology at Harvard, and Dr. Michael Garshick, an expert on immune-mediated inflammatory diseases at NYU, share fascinating insights on the connection between inflammation and cardiovascular disease. They discuss the inflammatory hypothesis of atherosclerosis and explore the implications of managing inflammation in patients with rheumatic conditions. Key topics include the role of advanced imaging, the significance of biomarkers like high sensitivity CRP, and practical strategies for using colchicine to enhance patient care.

Experts Brittany Weber, Monica Guma, and Hani El Gabalawy discuss lessons from clinic, nutrition impact, and prevention strategies in rheumatoid arthritis. Topics include reducing inflammation levels, cardiovascular risks in autoimmune diseases, assessing cardiovascular risk with imaging, management strategies, and comparison of inhibitors. Insights on preventive approaches, FDA-approved drugs, and dietary guidelines for RA patients are also highlighted.