IMC leader – Prof. Dr. Eiva Bernotiene, together with PhD student Jolita Pachaleva presented a seminar, titled “Directions of scientific innovations in the diagnosis and treatment of arthritis. New perspectives” to patients struggling from rheumatic diseases. This event was organized in collaboration with the Lithuanian Arthritis Association and organised in Vilnius (October, 2023). Patients actively participated in the discussion afterwards. Involving patients and broadening their knowledge in today’s research and opportunities treating joint diseases is an important aspect for a dual cooperation and information exchange.