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Preparing patients for biologic medications for dermatologic and rheumatic diseases
Benjamin J Smith1, Brigitta C Nuccio, Katelyn Y Graves
1In the PA program at Florida State University in Tallahassee, Benjamin J. Smith is director of didactic education and Brigitta C. Nuccio and Katelyn Y. Graves are assistant professors. Victor M. McMillan practices at McIntosh Clinic in Thomasville, Ga. The authors have disclosed no potential conflicts of interest, financial or otherwise.
Abstract:
Psoriasis, psoriatic arthritis, and rheumatoid arthritis are prevalent conditions that often require a team of primary care and specialist healthcare professionals for the most optimum patient outcomes. Primary care providers can facilitate referrals to dermatology and rheumatology specialists by obtaining the needed screening workup for patients who need treatment with immunosuppressive therapies. This article reviews tuberculosis screening, hepatitis screening, and vaccinations to be administered before patients begin biologic medications.
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