Developed by experts: The METEOR Foundation

The METEOR Foundation has been established with the aim of improving the quality of care in patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Founded and managed by world-renowned rheumatologists, and comprised from several advisory groups, the Foundation aims to promote improvements in rheumatology treatment and patient outcomes through the innovative METEOR (Measurement of Efficacy of Treatment in the 'Era of Outcome' in Rheumatology) programme.

• At the core of the Foundation is the Board, consisting of international opinion leaders in rheumatology, IT experts and financial experts, which is responsible for the creative development, implementation, execution and management of METEOR.
• The Executive Scientific Committee acts as the Board’s forum for discussion on strategic and feasibility aspects of METEOR. They are a platform for judging scientific questions raised by researchers who wish to utilise the database, while safeguarding the ethical and scientific aspects of METEOR.
• Country Leads are national opinion leaders who are responsible for selecting participating centres and rheumatologists and ensuring their continual support.
• National Coordinatorsare responsible for supporting country leads and liaising with individual participants. They bridge communication between participants and IT providers and between the participants and the central coordinator at the clinical trial centre.
• The Reference Group advises the Board with respect to public relations, press and international and national rheumatology societies.

The METEOR Foundation has established itself as a credible authority in the field of rheumatology, ensuring long-term, valued participation and continuity.