JAK Inhibitors in Rheumatology
Starting on:
Jul 24, 2026
Ending on:
Jul 24, 2026
Moderator(s):
Prof. GEORGE OYOO
PROFESSOR UNIVERSITY OF NAIROBI
Dr. THOMAS MUTIE
Senior Consultant Physician and Gastroenterologist CEO, Consolidated Gastroenterology Clinics
Venue:
SERENA HOTEL
Max Credits:
10 Points

Provider:
Arthrheuma Society of Kenya
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JAK Inhibitors in Rheumatology

Starting on:
Jul 24, 2026
Ending on:
Jul 24, 2026
Venue:
SERENA HOTEL

Description

1.JAK Inhibitors in Rheumatology Evidence-based clinical review — mechanisms, applications, and safety 2. What Is the Role of Probiotics in Gastrointestinal Conditions?

Objectives

1. Learning Objectives * Explain the **JAK–STAT signalling pathway** and how JAK inhibitor selectivity affects clinical outcomes. * Compare the efficacy of JAK inhibitors across **RA, PsA, axSpA, myositis and SLE** using head-to-head evidence. * Interpret **MACE, VTE and malignancy risks** from ORAL Surveillance and apply them to individual patients. * Apply **ACR 2021 and EULAR 2022 recommendations** when selecting and positioning JAK inhibitors after csDMARD failure. * Use evidence-based **treatment algorithms and clinical cases** to guide therapy decisions. 2. What Is the Role of Probiotics in Gastrointestinal Conditions?

Presenters

  1. Dr. Eugene Kalman
    LECTURER UNIVERSITY OF NAIROBI
    University Of Nairobi

  2. Dr. ERIC MURUNGA
    Consultant Gastroenterologist and Hepatologist Gastro & Liver Centre, Nairobi
    Gastro & Liver Centre, Nairobi

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