Resources
American College of Rheumatology »
American College of Rheumatology offers reliable information regarding all rheumatic diseases and treatments offered in the United States. It also offers a wide array of other resources for patients from finding ACR certified rheumatologists across the country, to patient advocacy and support groups. We encourage you to utilize this vast resource to make educated decisions for your care.
Arthritis Foundation »
The Arthritis Foundation is a nonprofit organization that is dedicated to addressing the needs of people living with arthritis in the United States. This is a patient centered organization that works to provide information and resources, access to care, advancements in science and community connections.
Lupus Foundation of America »
The Lupus Foundation of America is a national voluntary health organization based in Washington, D.C., with a network of chapters, offices and support groups located in communities throughout the United States. The Foundation is devoted to helping patients and researchers study and advance the science of lupus. Its mission is to improve the quality of life for all people affected by lupus through programs of research, education, support and advocacy.
Gout »
The Gout Education Society is a nonprofit organization of health care professionals dedicated to raising awareness of gout arthritis, with the aim of improving the overall quality of care and minimizing the burden of gout.
National Psoriasis Foundation »
The National Psoriasis Foundation (NPF) is a large nonprofit organization serving people with psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis. The NPF provides information and services to help people manage their condition while supporting research to find a cure. In addition to serving people through patient health education and advocacy initiatives, the NPF has funded research grants and fellowships towards advancement of treatment psoriatic disease.
Spondyloarthritis »
Spondyloarthritis (SpA) refers to a family of diseases that share some common features including an inflammatory arthritis in the spine and other joints. Spondylitis Association of America (SAA) is a nationwide nonprofit organization for educating, empowering and advocating for people living with spondyloarthritis. Through work with patients, the medical community, and partners they provide information and resources to help people impacted by the disease live better lives and champion research to find a cure.
Vasculitis »
Building upon the collective strength of the vasculitis community, the Foundation supports, inspires and empowers individuals with vasculitis and their families through a wide range of education, research, clinical, and awareness initiatives.
Myositis »
The mission of The Myositis Association is to improve the lives of persons affected by myositis, fund innovative research, and increase myositis awareness and advocacy. Their programs and services provide information, support, advocacy, and research for the myositis community.
Scleroderma »
The National Scleroderma Foundation’s mission is to advance medical research, promote disease awareness, and provide support and education to people with scleroderma, their families and support networks. They aim at finding a cure and improving the lives of people affected by scleroderma.
Sjogren’s Syndrome »
The foundation’s mission is to support Sjögren’s patients and their loved ones through education, resources and services, provide credible resources and education for healthcare professionals, serve as the voice for all Sjögren’s patients through advocacy and awareness initiatives, and lead, encourage and fund innovative research projects to better understand, diagnose and treat Sjögren’s syndrome.
Needymeds »
This website helps patients find local and national financial resources to help themselves avail of a particular medication.