Biography

John Lewis Paton Distinguished University Professor, Memorial University and Chief of Rheumatology, Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services.

A clinician-scientist whose laboratory focus is on the genetic epidemiology and pharmacogenetics of complex rheumatic diseases. Also, a clinical interest in prognostic studies and advanced therapeutics in psoriatic arthritis and axial spondyloarthritis. Received numerous honors, presented multiple keynote addresses nationally and internationally, and is an associate editor for the Journal of Rheumatology.

Research interests

• Genetic, pharmacogenetic, and clinical studies in spondyloarthritis
• Clinical trials in advanced therapeutics in rheumatic diseases
• Real-world studies in complex rheumatic diseases

Contact information 

St. Clare's Mercy Hospital, 154 LeMarchant Rd. St. John's, NL A1C-5B8
Phone: 709 777-5736 (office) 709 777-5212 (fax)
Email: prahman@mun.ca

Publications

Dr. Rahman's faculty profile provides more detailed information relating to his research and publications.