A Case-Based Roadmap for Improved Patient Outcomes in Psoriatic Arthritis

Target Audience
This activity was developed for rheumatologists, dermatologists, primary care physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants and other healthcare providers who manage patients with psoriatic arthritis.

Program Overview
Patients with psoriatic arthritis (PsA) experience significant disease burden due to incomplete diagnostic evaluation and suboptimal use of effective therapies. In this case-based activity, Dr. Leonard Calabrese of the Cleveland Clinic addressing these practice gaps by sharing his recommendations for patient management at critical decision points in the diagnosis and treatment of patients with PsA. Dr. Calabrese also discusses the important role of shared decision-making over the course of the disease as a key strategy to individualize treatment and improve patient adherence. For each of the 3 cases, Dr. Calabrese provides a concise summary of key concepts to facilitate integration into clinical practice.

CONTENT AREAS

Diagnostic evaluation
Assessment tools
Evidence-based treatment
Shared decision-making
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this activity, participants should be better able to:

Utilize validated tools to assess Psoriatic Arthritis (PsA) disease burden and response to treatment
Summarize the clinical pharmacology, including mechanism of action, as well as safety and efficacy, of evidence-based medications for PsA
Utilize a treat-to-target approach with individualized evidence-based therapy to achieve disease remission/low disease activity and reduce symptom burden
Individualize treatment of PsA based on treatment history and comorbidities