The Rheumatology Research Foundation's mission is to advance research and training to improve the health of patients living with rheumatic disease. Through funding research, the Foundation aims to lead to a future with more options for patients to live longer, healthier lives. It also funds training and mentorship for medical students and fellows to expand the workforce of specially trained rheumatology professionals.
The grant program from the Rheumatology Research Foundation focuses on supporting innovative research and advancing the treatment of rheumatic diseases through funding opportunities. It emphasizes creating a future where patients with rheumatic disease have more treatment options and can lead healthier, longer lives. The foundation awards grants to scientists and provides training and mentorship for medical students and fellows to expand the workforce of specially trained rheumatology professionals. The Education and Training Awards aim to build the rheumatology workforce by ensuring robust education and training opportunities for future generations of professionals, thereby improving access to care for those with rheumatic diseases. Moreover, the Mentored Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant Award for Workforce Expansion specifically seeks to increase the number of healthcare providers in the field of rheumatology, targeting geographic areas with underserved communities by offering a $25,000 award for one year to support the integration of new NP/PAs into rheumatology practice. Applicants must be members of the organization and the Association for Rheumatology Professionals for the duration of the award.