Structure of EULAR organisation
The European League Against Rheumatism (EULAR) is the organisation which represents the patient, health professional and scientific societies of rheumatology of all the European nations. EULAR endeavours to stimulate, promote, and support the research, prevention, treatment and rehabilitation of rheumatic diseases. In line with UEMS, EULAR defines rheumatology as including rheumatic diseases of the connective tissue, locomotor and musculoskeletal systems.
EULAR is a truly pan-European organisation fostering a multitude of activities in areas of research, patient care, and education. To manage and promote its goals effectively, EULAR has set up a structure of committees and managerial bodies.
The General Assembly is the highest authority of EULAR. It is composed of the members of the Executive Committee and delegates of the regular member organisations and corporate members. The General Assembly meets once a year on the occasion of the EULAR Annual European Congress.
Over the years, the number of officers and their duties as well as the membership of the Executive Committee have been amended to reflect the development of EULAR and its activities. The standing committees define, manage and perform the various activities of EULAR. The programme committees are responsible for the scientific, health professionals' and social leagues' programmes at the Annual European Congress. EULAR has a permanent executive secretariat in Kilchberg/Zurich, Switzerland.
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EULAR brochure
The EULAR brochure provides a comprehensive overview of EULAR's constituencies and activities.
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EULAR videos
The EULAR videos provide a short overview of our activities. In addition you will learn what rheumatism is all about.
10 things you should know about rheumatic diseases
This leaflet gives concise information about the burden of rheumatic diseases.
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Questions and answers on rheumatic diseases
This leaflet provides answers to the most common questions about rheumatism.
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EULAR presidents
Since 1947, when the first EULAR president took office, numerous outstanding rheumatologists have served as presidents. The EULAR president serves for a term of two years.