Credits Available: 4.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits

Description: Immune-mediated inflammatory diseases, such as rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, and ankylosing spondylitis, can prove challenging to address in real-world settings. Although biologics directed against TNF-α can rapidly and sustainably induce clinical remission of these conditions, they have incomplete efficacy; many other conventional treatments used alongside biologics additionally have complex safety profiles that limit their use. These limitations have spurred the development and examination of novel agents, such as Janus Kinase (JAK) inhibitors, in patients with inadequately controlled disease. Through this three-part, small-group educational program, rheumatologists and other supporting healthcare providers can gain greater familiarity with the mechanisms of action behind different JAK inhibitors, evaluate their efficacy and safety in different patient populations, and become acquainted with strategies to improve access to these agents on behalf of their patients. In doing so, clinicians can ensure that the next generation of therapies for immune-mediated inflammatory diseases are used to their fullest potential.

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This program is intended for:
Target Professions: DO, MD, Nurse, Nurse Practitioner, Physician Assistant, Pharmacist, MBBS, MBBCh
Target Specialties: Rheumatology, Dermatology

Bharati Bhardwaja

Kaiser Permanente Colorado
Rheumatology Clinical Pharmacist

I am an Advanced Healthcare Leader with expertise in multiple medical sub-specialty clinical areas including: Rheumatology, Gastroenterology, Nephrology, Renal Transplant and Primary Care.

I am passionate about developing patient-focused healthcare solutions that are aligned with Quality, Safety and Affordability that benefit both institutions and patients.

I have extensive experience leading cross-functional healthcare project teams utilizing Lean Six Sigma principles.

I am a skilled healthcare outcomes researcher with multiple awards and publications.

My Career Highlights Include:

• Developed Kaiser Permanente Colorado's first Clinical Pharmacy Services in Nephrology as well as created and enhanced and high-functioning service in Rheumatology.

• Extensive experience leading diverse multidisciplinary health care teams while managing small,
medium and large-scale projects in dynamic and fast paced environments.

• Inspiring team leader, certified in Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, who emphasizes continuous team
collaboration, a growth mindset and effective execution of solutions.

• Demonstrated problem solver skilled at identifying areas of opportunity using keen insight, strategic
thought processes and sound judgement and reasoning.

• Dynamic presenter with executive-level public speaking and writing skills, who also excels at
prioritizing multiple projects and inspiring teams to collaboratively and efficiently deliver positive
outcomes.