Arthritis and Rheumatology of Georgia

This National Physician Assistant Week, we celebrate Cashelle Rose, PA-C, a vital member of our team at Arthritis and Rheumatology of Georgia. Dr. Sutej describes her as “the most thorough, conscientious, and diligent healthcare professional one could ever work with.” In addition to providing exceptional care to our patients, Cashelle is an incredible contributor to the community, actively supporting the Fifth Ward Rehabilitation. Cashelle's dedication and compassion make her an invaluable part of our practice. Thank you, Cashelle, for all that you do!

In honor of Rheumatic Disease Awareness Month, we are diving deep into the differences between Osteoarthritis (OA) and Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). Let’s start with this detailed image of joint anatomy to understand how these conditions affect the joints differently. 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡𝐲 𝐉𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐭 A healthy joint is cushioned by smooth cartilage and surrounded by a protective synovial membrane, allowing for easy movement and minimal pain. Maintaining joint health through exercise and proper nutrition is key! 𝐎𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐨𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐬 (𝐎𝐀) In Osteoarthritis, the cartilage wears down over time, leading to pain and reduced joint function. This wear-and-tear results in bone-on-bone contact, which can cause joint stiffness and swelling. 𝐑𝐡𝐞𝐮𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐢𝐝 𝐀𝐫𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐬 (𝐑𝐀) Rheumatoid Arthritis causes the immune system to attack the synovial membrane, leading to inflammation, pain, and joint damage. Over time, this inflammation can erode cartilage and bone, significantly affecting joint function.

Our very own Dr. Kelly Weselman, chair of the ACR Committee on Ethics and Conflict of Interest, tackles the tough issues of patient access to care and managing conflicts of interest in the latest podcast episode. Don’t miss her expert insights! LISTEN → https://acr.tw/3MohZOa

🌟 NOW OPEN | WOODSTOCK 🌟 We are excited to announce that our new Woodstock office is officially open today, August 1st! Come meet our dedicated team: Dr. Kelly Weselman and Elizabeth Reardon, NP-C, who bring years of expertise in rheumatology care. Our Woodstock location offers: ✅ Comprehensive infusion capabilities ✅ Free and convenient parking ✅ Musculoskeletal ultrasound (MSK) services ✅ Joint injections ✅ A small, personal office environment Join us for personalized, top-notch care in a comfortable setting. We are thrilled to serve the Woodstock community! 📍 1816 Eagle Dr Suite 200B, Woodstock, GA 30189

𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒 𝐀𝐭𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐚 𝐓𝐨𝐩 𝐃𝐨𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐬 We are honored to announce that three of our exceptional physicians have been named Atlanta Top Doctors for 2024! With a combined 𝟔𝟖 𝐲𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐞𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞, our doctors bring unparalleled expertise and dedication to patient care. Including our entire team of providers, we proudly offer 𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝟏𝟎𝟎 𝐲𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐬 of combined experience in rheumatology. It is our privilege to serve the Metro Atlanta community from our two convenient locations in Atlanta, and we are excited to announce the opening of our new Woodstock office this week! Thank you for trusting our team with your rheumatology care. Your health is our priority, and we are committed to providing the highest quality of evidence-based care for you and your family. Read the Atlanta Top Doctors issue >> bit.ly/atlantatopdoctors

This World Sjögren’s Day, share your story, make a donation, and join us in the fight against Sjögren’s! At Arthritis and Rheumatology of Georgia, we stand with all those affected by Sjögren’s and are committed to supporting ongoing research and awareness efforts.

𝐄𝐱𝐜𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐁𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐤𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐢𝐧 𝐋𝐮𝐩𝐮𝐬 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 Researchers at Northwestern Medicine and Brigham and Women’s Hospital have discovered a potential root cause of lupus, shedding light on a key mystery of this autoimmune disease. This study reveals abnormalities in the immune system that could lead to better treatments in the future. Learn more about this groundbreaking discovery and its implications for lupus patients:

𝐖𝐞𝐥𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐃𝐫. 𝐊𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐲 𝐖𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐥𝐦𝐚𝐧 𝐭𝐨 𝐀𝐫𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐑𝐡𝐞𝐮𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐆𝐞𝐨𝐫𝐠𝐢𝐚 We are thrilled to introduce Dr. Kelly Weselman, our new rheumatologist at Arthritis and Rheumatology of Georgia! Dr. Weselman has been providing high-quality care to individuals with rheumatic diseases in the metro Atlanta area since 2001. With 23 years of experience, she is dedicated to helping patients manage their rheumatic conditions and live well despite these challenges. 𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬: ▪𝙏𝙤𝙥 𝘿𝙤𝙘𝙩𝙤𝙧: Recognized in multiple publications, including Atlanta Magazine and Castle Connolly, for her exceptional service and dedication. ▪𝙀𝙭𝙥𝙚𝙧𝙩 𝘾𝙧𝙚𝙙𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙞𝙖𝙡𝙨: Board-certified in Internal Medicine and Rheumatology, with additional certifications in Musculoskeletal Ultrasound. ▪𝘼𝘾𝙍 𝙇𝙚𝙖𝙙𝙚𝙧𝙨𝙝𝙞𝙥: Current Chair of the Ethics Committee and former member of the Board of Directors at the American College of Rheumatology. ▪𝙋𝙖𝙨𝙨𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙖𝙩𝙚 𝘾𝙖𝙧𝙚: Committed to improving the quality of life for those affected by rheumatic diseases. 𝐍𝐨𝐰 𝐒𝐞𝐞𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐏𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐖𝐨𝐨𝐝𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐜𝐤 Dr. Weselman will be seeing patients at our new Woodstock location: 📍 1816 Eagle Dr Suite 200B, Woodstock, GA 30189 "𝘐𝘮𝘱𝘳𝘰𝘷𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘲𝘶𝘢𝘭𝘪𝘵𝘺 𝘰𝘧 𝘭𝘪𝘧𝘦 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘮𝘺 𝘱𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘴 𝘪𝘴 𝘮𝘺 𝘨𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘴𝘵 𝘱𝘢𝘴𝘴𝘪𝘰𝘯. 𝘛𝘰𝘨𝘦𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘳, 𝘸𝘦 𝘤𝘢𝘯 𝘯𝘢𝘷𝘪𝘨𝘢𝘵𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘫𝘰𝘶𝘳𝘯𝘦𝘺 𝘵𝘰𝘸𝘢𝘳𝘥 𝘣𝘦𝘵𝘵𝘦𝘳 𝘩𝘦𝘢𝘭𝘵𝘩." - 𝘋𝘳. 𝘒𝘦𝘭𝘭𝘺 𝘞𝘦𝘴𝘦𝘭𝘮𝘢𝘯 Outside of work, Dr. Weselman enjoys swimming, biking, golfing, and spending time at the beach with her family. We are excited to have her join our team and bring her expertise and compassionate care to our community. Please join us in welcoming Dr. Weselman!

As we announced last week, Arthritis and Rheumatology of Georgia has joined forces with the Southeastern Rheumatology Alliance (SERA). This collaboration with Arthritis Center of North Georgia and Coastal Rheumatology Associates ushers in a new era of patient care, allowing us to expand our services while maintaining the same trusted care you rely on. Learn more about this exciting development and how it enhances our ability to serve you by reading the press release. Your health remains our top priority, and we are excited to bring these enhanced capabilities to our community. #rheumatology #sandysprings #dunwoody #atlanta #argatlanta

𝐄𝐱𝐜𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐍𝐞𝐰𝐬 | 𝐃𝐫. 𝐆𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐄. 𝐌𝐲𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐬 𝐑𝐞𝐣𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐀𝐑𝐆 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐈𝐧𝐣𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐂𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐬 We are 𝙩𝙝𝙧𝙞𝙡𝙡𝙚𝙙 to announce that Dr. Gary E. Myerson, a beloved provider of rheumatology care in the metro Atlanta area, will be rejoining Arthritis and Rheumatology of Georgia (ARG) periodically to conduct injection clinics. Although Dr. Myerson is retired, his dedication to patient care and his significant contributions to ARG remain unwavering. Dr. Myerson’s expertise and compassionate care have made a lasting impact on our community. His return for these clinics not only brings invaluable experience but also strengthens our commitment to providing top-notch rheumatology care. Dr. Myerson has been an integral part of ARG's history, and we are honored to have him back, contributing his skills and dedication to our practice once again. Stay tuned for more details on the upcoming injection clinics and other exciting news! We are committed to continuing the legacy of excellence in rheumatology care. #argatlanta #rheumatologycare #medicalnews #drgarymyerson #patientcare #healthcare #atlantahealthcare #injectionclinics #communitycare #atlanta #sandysprings