It is with both great honor and deep sadness that we remember the life of Dr Leanne Dahlgren, who passed away unexpectedly on 21 December 2020. She was a devoted mother and wife, compassionate and skilled physician, scholar, valued mentor, and a dear friend and treasured colleague at BC Women’s Hospital.

Background

Rheumatologists are internal medicine subspecialists who care for patients with systemic autoimmune diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, vasculitis, and inflammatory diseases of the back. In addition, rheumatologists care for patients with complicated musculoskeletal problems such as advanced osteoarthritis, injuries, and tendinopathies. Public Health Agency of Canada data indicate that the burden of rheumatic diseases is increasing.[1]