Preceptorships

REF Preceptorship awards connect medical or graduate students with preceptors for hands-on, real-world learning experiences focused on rheumatology.

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WITHIN OUR REACH

Through the Within Our Reach campaign, the REF is committing $30 million to accelerate RA research.

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SUPPORT THE REF

"Rheumatology provided me with a wonderful, fulfilling career. Giving to the REF is my way of helping ensure others have the same experience." – Shaun Ruddy, MD

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Mission

The ACR Research and Education Foundation is advancing research and training to improve the health of people with rheumatic diseases.

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2009 Annual Report Now Available

As a fiscally responsible foundation, the REF is proud to release its 2009 annual report to the public. » Read the 2009 Annual Report

Four-Star Rating

The REF recently received a four star rating from Charity Navigator, America's largest and most utilized independent evaluator of charities. As a four star charity, you can be assured that the REF is worthy of your trust and commitment. » Donate to the REF