OAR Membership Membership Benefits Join the OAR Physician Directory Ohio Association of Rheumatology advocates and protects patient access to all appropriate treatments for rheumatic diseases. Our organization nurtures the interest and development of students in the field of rheumatology. We partner with groups aligned with our mission of advocating for our patients and profession and encouraging the growth of our field with education and recruitment of students and practitioners. News & Advocacy Rheumatology Advocates Take Action in Columbus posted: November 2, 2023 OAR Comments on 2024 Medicare Reimbursement Proposal posted: September 15, 2023 OAR Events Ohio Association of Rheumatology 19th Annual Meeting August 23 - 24, 2024 Nationwide Hotel and Convention Center Lewis Center, OH