J Rheumatol
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To determine the feasibility of using standardized patients in the performance of a needs assessment and subsequent development of a continuing medical education (CME) intervention in rheumatology for family physicians. ⋯ Standardized patients can be effectively used to undertake a needs assessment in rheumatology. Specific data can be used to develop a small group problem based learning program with objectives meeting the identified needs and using the same standardized patients.
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Editorial Comment
Standardized patients: uses beyond the undergraduate years.
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Editorial Comment
Real standardized arthritis patients are better. Let me tell you how.
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Review Case Reports
Pyomyositis: clinical features and predisposing conditions.
To describe the manifestations of nontropical pyomyositis and associated comorbid conditions that may predispose to pyomyositis. ⋯ Onset of pyomyositis is usually insidious, with progression to purulent collections. Comorbid conditions likely predispose patients to pyomyositis and may contribute to delay in diagnosis and treatment. Increased awareness of this disease, especially in an immunosuppressed patient, should lead to earlier diagnosis and treatment with improved outcomes.