Experiences and Satisfaction with Care in Canadian Adults with Rheumatoid Arthritis

Overview 

The COVID-19 pandemic has made virtual care more common and an option for some visits (in addition to in-person appointments with your rheumatologist) for managing rheumatoid arthritis. To support this shift, the Canadian Rheumatology Association has created recommendations of when to potentially consider the option for a virtual visit to help tackle the shortage of rheumatologists in Canada. Virtual visits also are an important option for people who live far from their rheumatologist.

The patient voice is essential in discussions about how to best transform rheumatoid arthritis care in Canada. However, little is known about patient preferences and needs regarding the option for virtual visits as part of comprehensive rheumatoid arthritis care. To address this gap, we are conducting an anonymous online survey among adults with rheumatoid arthritis who receive care from rheumatologists across Canada.

What will be done?

The online survey takes about 15 minutes and includes questions about you, your rheumatoid arthritis, and your views, preferences, and experience with virtual and in-person visits with your rheumatologist. We will not collect information that can identify you.

Who can participate?

YOU MAY BE ELIGIBLE IF YOU:

• Age 18 years and older
• Have rheumatoid arthritis and receive care from a rheumatologist in Canada

If you would like to determine if you are eligible for this study, please click here to access the online survey.

Want to find out more?

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Viviane Ta at viviane.ta@mail.mcgill.ca

This study has been approved by McGill University Research Ethics Board (#25-01-072; June 16, 2025)