UA clinical assistant professor Shariq Chudhri, DO, offers an expert view on the impact of statins in patients in the risk of cardiovascular disease in rheumatoid arthritis patients. Dr. Chudhri was featured in an article in the October 16, 2017, editions of U.S. News and World Report. To read the article, please click on the title below:
Statins Can Help Lower the Risk of Cardiovascular Disease in Patients With Rheumatoid Arthritis
Dr. Chudhri completed his rheumatology fellowship at the University of Arizona and joined the UA Division of Rheumatology faculty as a Clinical Assistant Professor of Medicine in September, 2016. He completed his bachelor’s degree with a triple major in biological sciences, chemistry and history at Southern Methodist University in 2007. He earned his doctorate in osteopathic medicine (DO) from the University of North Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2011 and completed his internal medicine residency at the University of Arizona in 2014. Dr. Chudhri is a member of the American College of Physicians and the American College of Rheumatology. His professional and research interests included the implementation of musculoskeletal ultrasound for diagnosis and treatment in the clinical setting. He also has an interest in health care policy and advocacy on behalf of patients and physicians.