Understanding Arthritis: A Talk with Prof. Paul Bird

Arthritis is one of the most common chronic conditions affecting millions worldwide, yet its complexity often leaves people with questions. Why are there so many types of arthritis, and what do they all mean? Join renowned expert Prof. Paul Bird as he unpacks the mysteries of arthritis in this engaging and informative talk.

Prof. Bird will discuss effective ways to manage osteoarthritis pain and improve mobility, shed light on the causes and treatment of inflammatory arthritis, and debunk common myths about gout. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights and ask your questions about living with arthritis.

You don't need to be a library member to attend our events but we value your membership and would love you to join. Discover everything the library has to offer including free e-books, audiobooks, e-magazines, movie streaming and so much more. Access our e-library 24/7. Join our library here

About the speaker:

Professor Paul Bird (MD, PhD, GD MRI, FRACP) is a rheumatologist has extensive experience as a researcher and clinician, with particular expertise in Rheumatoid arthritis, Psoriatic arthritis and Ankylosing spondylitis

He has a well-established research profile in MRI research and was a key contributor to the development of the RAMRIS MRI RA score, the PsAMRIS PsA MRI score, the MRI RA JSN score and the MRI hand OA assessment tool.

As a clinical researcher, he is the chief medical officer at Emeritus Clinical Research in Sydney, a trial centre undertaking Phase 2,3 and 4 clinical trials in inflammatory diseases. He has been Principal Investigator in over 100 clinical trials and continues to undertake Investigator Initiated Trials and MRI research.