Women in Rheumatology in the Arab League of Associations for Rheumatology Countries: A Rising Workforce

Ziadé, Nelly; Hmamouchi, Ihsane; Kibbi, Lina El

doi:10.3389/fmed.2022.880285

Cited by 11 publications

(4 citation statements)

References 18 publications

Supporting

Mentioning

Contrasting

Order By: Relevance

“…Furthermore, the female-to-male rheumatologist ratio is very high in some countries and is expected to rise in the future [19]. This might raise some concerns for the workforce in general as the ACR workforce study showed that women rheumatologists tend to work more as part-time physicians compared to their male counterparts [1], yet, this was not observed in the current study.…”

Section: Discussionmentioning

confidence: 59%

The ArLAR Rheumatology Workforce: Current Status, Challenges, Opportunities, and Future Needs

Ziadé

Hmamouchi

Haouichat

et al. 2023

Preprint

Self Cite

View full text Add to dashboard Cite

Objective The Arab League of Associations for Rheumatology (ArLAR) Research Group (ARCH) conducted this study to investigate the number of current practicing rheumatologists in the Arab countries, to estimate the number of rheumatologists in 10 years, and to evaluate the current workload, practice profile, consultation waiting time and geographical mobilities of these rheumatologists. Methods This cross-sectional survey study was conducted in 16 Arab countries in two parts. The first survey was addressed to national societies to estimate the current and projected workforce. The second was an anonymous e-survey elaborated by the study steering committee on the Google Forms platform and distributed to Arab rheumatologists using social media, WhatsApp, and mass e-mails to evaluate their practice. Results The mean number of rheumatologists in Arab countries was 0.84 per 100,000 inhabitants (mean age 47.5 years, 55% females), ranging from 0.06 in Sudan to 1.86 in Tunisia. The number of rheumatologists is expected to increase by 50% in 2032. Nevertheless, a 20% increase in population associated with an increase in demand is also expected. Data from 446 rheumatologists (mean age 43.9 years, 60.5% females) revealed that 72% worked full-time, and 53% were employed in the public sector only. The average waiting time for a rheumatology consultation was 19.9 days. Of 394 rheumatologists, 19% obtained their rheumatology diplomas from non-Arab countries, and 47% of Gulf rheumatologists were non-citizen physicians. Conclusion Considering local demographic disparities, healthcare system differences, and geographical mobilities, national authorities are advised to implement effective intervention plans to optimize the rheumatology workforce.

show abstract

Section: Discussionmentioning

confidence: 59%

The ArLAR Rheumatology Workforce: Current Status, Challenges, Opportunities, and Future Needs

Ziadé

Hmamouchi

Haouichat

et al. 2023

Preprint

Self Cite

View full text Add to dashboard Cite

show abstract

“…According to the Arab League of Associations for Rheumatology (ArLAR) Research Group (ARCH), the average number of rheumatologists in Arab countries is only 0.84 per 100,000 people. 7 In the northern region of Syria, there are only 0.07 rheumatologists available for every 100,000 people. This scarcity is similar to that of certain other countries such as Nicaragua (0.07 per 100,000 people), Pakistan, Nigeria (0.01 per 100,000 people), and India (0.01 per 100,000 people).…”

Section: Discussionmentioning

confidence: 99%

Rheumatic Diseases Amidst Conflict in Northwest Syria: Unveiling Health Challenges and Implications

Zakaria,

Ibrahim

2024

Avicenna J Med

View full text Add to dashboard Cite

Background The ongoing conflict in Syria has significantly affected the health care system, particularly in the realm of rheumatology. The purpose of this study is to assess the current state of rheumatic diseases in the northwestern region of Syria, where the health care infrastructure has been severely impacted. Methods This was a retrospective study reviewing all patients with rheumatologic conditions seen in internal medicine clinics in northwest Syria between September 2019 and February 2022. Baseline demographic data and diagnoses were collected retrospectively, without any data duplication, from outpatient clinic records. The study also reviewed the availability of investigations and drugs in the northwestern region of Syria. Results We analyzed data from 488 patients (average age: 37.4; 63% female) diagnosed with rheumatic diseases. The most prevalent condition was connective tissue disorders (25.6%), with osteoarthritis (12.1%) and rheumatoid arthritis (8.2%) following. The ongoing conflict has led to a significant shortage of rheumatologists, with only three serving a population of 5.5 million. Furthermore, the conflict has disrupted the provision and quality of rheumatology diagnostic tests, reducing patient accessibility. The dearth of medications and increased costs have compounded the complexity of health care for those with rheumatic diseases. Conclusions This study highlights the urgent need for improved health care services and proposes solutions to address gaps in rheumatic care in northwest Syria.

show abstract

“…In addition, they have been instrumental in the development of the specialty of Rheumatology in Africa. Ziade and colleagues have recently emphasized the importance of gender issues in Rheumatology (18). The inadequate recognition of the role of women Rheumatologists has also recently been raised (19)(20)(21).…”

Section: Discussionmentioning

confidence: 99%

Global excellence in rheumatology: Africa–The contribution of African women rheumatologists

Hmamouchi

Adebajo

2022

Front. Med.

Self Cite

View full text Add to dashboard Cite

Over the last few decades, the development of Rheumatology on the African continent has made great strides. Alongside an increasing recognition of the prevalence and burden of disease from these conditions, has been a determination to raise awareness of these disorders in Africa together with an appreciation of the associated disease impact on individuals, families and society as a whole. Great improvements have also been made across the continent with regards to the education of medical students, trainee doctors and allied health professionals of these conditions. Furthermore, high quality rheumatological research is now emanating from Africa. Taken together, these actions mean that Africa is making a significant contribution to global excellence in Rheumatology. Although this achievement has been made possible by visionary, hardworking and inspirational men and women, we believe that it is vital to bring to light the extraordinary efforts of African female rheumatologists in this endeavor. Their contribution is all the more remarkable because of the barriers that women still face in medicine in general and in academia in particular. We showcase here, four women of distinction who in their own unique way, have exemplified the contribution of African female rheumatologists to global excellence in Africa. We pay tribute to them and to their ongoing efforts to act as beacons of excellence in rheumatology in Africa to men and especially to other women.

show abstract

Women in Rheumatology in the Arab League of Associations for Rheumatology Countries: A Rising Workforce

Cited by 11 publications

References 18 publications

The ArLAR Rheumatology Workforce: Current Status, Challenges, Opportunities, and Future Needs

The ArLAR Rheumatology Workforce: Current Status, Challenges, Opportunities, and Future Needs

Rheumatic Diseases Amidst Conflict in Northwest Syria: Unveiling Health Challenges and Implications

Global excellence in rheumatology: Africa–The contribution of African women rheumatologists

Contact Info

Product

Resources

About