The Rheumatology Research Foundation's mission is to advance research and training to improve the health of patients living with rheumatic disease. Through funding research, the Foundation aims to lead to a future with more options for patients to live longer, healthier lives. It also funds training and mentorship for medical students and fellows to expand the workforce of specially trained rheumatology professionals.
The grant program focuses on supporting innovative research and advancing the treatment of rheumatic diseases. It awards grants to scientists for research aimed at providing patients with more treatment options and a chance at healthier lives. The program also emphasizes training and mentorship for medical students and fellows to grow the number of qualified rheumatologists, thereby improving patient access to specialized care. Further, it includes preceptorships to encourage interest in rheumatology among medical and graduate students and residents through one-on-one learning experiences. Specifically, the Resident Research Preceptorship aims to attract residents to rheumatology by offering a full-time research experience, with an award amount of $15,000 for a three-month period to support this engagement.