SAR holds periodic scientific activities for continuing medical education. All rheumatologists are free to participate, whether they work in teaching settings or in private practice.

• • Monthly case presentations at different teaching hospitals. Rheumatologists as well a residents training in rheumatology participate interactively.
  • Semestrial symposia, either in Damascus or in other Syrian towns, under a specified topic in rheumatology, with the most up-to-date information about diagnosis and treatment.
  • One congress every three years, encompassing most rheumatological topics. Foreign speakers from reputable universities are invited to this activity