CME on Multidisciplinary Approach on Rheumatoid Arthritis

The School of Physiotherapy, D. Y. Patil University, Navi Mumbai under the guidance of Dr. Twinkle Dabholkar, HOD, Department of Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy, organised a CME on "Multidisciplinary approach to Rheumatoid Arthritis" on the 28th October 2021 from 2-4 pm.

Resource Person:

1. Dr Manohar Joshi, Consultant Rheumatologist, D. Y. Patil Hospital, Navi Mumbai.
2. Dr. Bindya Sharma, Assistant Professor, School of Physiotherapy, D. Y. Patil University, Navi Mumbai.
3. Dr. Lukesh Kumar Bhuyar (MPO), Prosthetist and Orthotist, AIIPMR, Mumbai

Participants:

The event was attended by teachers and students (4th BPT, Interns and MPT)

Objective of the event:

To update the knowledge of all participants about the current practices in the various disciples involved in the management of Rheumatoid Arthritis.

Activities done:

The event started with introduction of the event by Dr. Twinkle Dabholkar followed by a talk by Dr. Manohar Joshi on the medical management of RA. Next, Dr. Bindya Sharma delivered a talk on ‘Evidence-based Physiotherapy Management’.Dr. Lukesh Kumar shared his knowledge on orthotic management of deformities seen in rheumatoid arthritis.

Outcomes:

The participants were greatly benefitted from the sessions and updated their knowledge about the role of multidisciplinary approach in treatment of RA.

Organising Committee

Dr. Twinkle Dabholkar (Professor & Head, Dept. of Musculoskeletal PT)
Dr. Bindya Sharma (Asst. Professor, Dept. of Musculoskeletal PT)
Dr. Riddhi Shroff (Asst. Professor, Dept. of Musculoskeletal PT)
Dr. Pranita Gangjave (Asst. Professor, Dept. of Musculoskeletal PT)

Signature
Organising Chairperson
Dr. Twinkle Dabholkar