Ryan Miyamoto 
SAA presents its first-ever global virtual event featuring six topics with experts to discuss the latest treatment options and research in spondyloarthritis. The Global Spondyloarthritis Summit is attended by participants around the world.
SAA launches a new exercise program with five segments (Cardio, Strength, Yoga, Morning Stretch and Evening Stretch). The updated exercise program features experts instructing spondyloarthritis patients from our community on workouts and routines specifically designed for people living with the disease.
The American College of Rheumatology (ACR), the Spondylitis Association of America (SAA), and the Spondyloarthritis Research and Treatment Network (SPARTAN) partner to create and publish updated recommendations for treating ankylosing spondylitis (AS), and non-radiographic axial spondyloarthritis (nr-axSpA).
New accredited training was finalized in December 2019, offering continuing education credits for EMTs, first responders, and nurses. This program provides the education and training to ensure that all emergency first responders have the opportunity, and incentive, in the form of free CEU hours, to learn the proper and safe techniques for the care and handling of individuals with axial SpA. The program is reaccredited in 2020 and continues to educate first responders.
The Spondylitis Association of America (SAA) is awarded a 4-star rating from Charity Navigator for the fifth consecutive year.
