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The Role of Humanoid Assistants in Addressing the Rheumatology Workforce Shortage: A Look Ahead

  • By

  • Adam Kilian

  • Laura Upton

  • Joshua Samec

  • Shivang Chaudhary

  • Adam Friedman

  • Eva Waineo

  • Terry Moore

  • August 29, 2026

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    The rheumatology workforce shortage is projected to exceed 100% by 2030, with significant implications for patient care access.

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    Humanoid colleagues are defined as physically embodied robots capable of performing clinical tasks and engaging with patients.

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    Humanoid systems could be trained through rheumatology fellowship programs, allowing for supervised clinical interactions.

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    Accountability for AI interactions would remain with human clinicians, ensuring patient safety and educational oversight.

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    Training humanoid trainees alongside fellows may enhance educational outcomes for both faculty and students.

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Humanoid Colleagues and the Rheumatology Workforce: Preparing for a New Era

  • by Adam Kilian, Laura Upton, Joshua Samec, Shivang Chaudhary, Adam Friedman, Eva Waineo, Terry Moore

  • August 29, 2026

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