The Indian Rheumatology Association (IRA)is a professional organization of
rheumatologists
Rheumatology (Greek ''ῥεῦμα'', ''rheûma'', flowing current) is a branch of medicine devoted to the diagnosis and management of disorders whose common feature is inflammation in the bones, muscles, joints, and internal organs. Rheumatolog ...
and related professionals in India. Its annual meetings called IRACON and are generally held in Fall during November or early December. Besides the national conference, IRA organises regional CMEs and zonal conferences for promoting Rheumatology education and awareness among medical professionals.
Journal
The association publishes the quarterly peer reviewed
medical journal
A medical journal is a peer-reviewed scientific journal that communicates medical information to physicians, other health professionals. Journals that cover many medical specialties are sometimes called general medical journals.
History
The first ...
, ''
Indian Journal of Rheumatology''.
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Rheumatology organizations